Teesside University is proud to announce the China Bursary Scholarship for the academic year 2025. This scholarship is designed to support eligible international students from China who are commencing full-time foundation (excluding pathway programmes delivered at the Teesside University International Study Centre), undergraduate, or postgraduate studies at Teesside University.
Teesside University, located in Middlesbrough in the North East of England, has a proud history dating back to 1930 when it began as Constantine Technical College. It became Teesside Polytechnic in 1969 and gained full university status in 1992. Known for its strong focus on employability, innovation, and industry partnerships, the university has grown into a modern, dynamic institution offering a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses to students from around the world.
Table of Briefs
| Key Detail | Information |
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| Scholarship Name | China Bursary Scholarship |
| Offered by | Teesside University |
| Scholarship Amount | £1,000 (fee waiver in first full academic year) |
| Eligibility | Chinese nationals applying to full-time degree programmes in Sep 2025 |
| Application Required? | No separate application required |
| Eligible Levels | Foundation (excluding ISC), Undergraduate, Postgraduate |
| Application Deadline | Pay deposit and accept offer by deadline in scholarship offer email |
| Location | Teesside University, UK (Middlesbrough or Darlington campus only) |
| Not Eligible | May 2025 intake, Online/Offshore study, ISC foundation/pathway programmes |
Background
Teesside University has long been recognised for its commitment to widening access to education and fostering global engagement. As part of its strategic internationalisation efforts, the China Bursary Scholarship was established to attract and support academically strong students from China who wish to pursue higher education in the UK.
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the China Bursary Scholarship, you must meet all of the following conditions:
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Be domiciled in China and hold Chinese nationality
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Be self-funding or sponsored and paying international tuition fees
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Intend to begin full-time studies in September 2025 at Teesside University
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Be accepted into a foundation excluding International Study Centre pathway programmes, undergraduate, or postgraduate programme
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Be studying on-campus in Middlesbrough or Darlington (not available for Teesside Online or offshore programmes)
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Pay your deposit and accept your offer by the specified deadline in your scholarship notification email
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Cannot combine this award with any other Teesside University scholarship
Students on a pathway/foundation programme at the International Study Centre (ISC) are not eligible in the first year, but may be considered upon progression to a full degree programme.
Benefits
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Award Value: £1,000
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Type of Award: Applied as a tuition fee waiver in your first full academic year
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Number of Awards: Limited selection is competitive
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Mode of Assessment: Automatic based on your main course application and assessed by the International Scholarships Committee
Application Process
The China Bursary Scholarship does not require a separate application.
Here’s how you’ll be considered:
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Apply for a full-time degree programme starting in September 2025
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Ensure you are paying international fees
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Submit your course application your eligibility will be assessed automatically by the Department of International Development
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If you are successful, you’ll receive a notification email with a deadline for:
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Paying your tuition deposit
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Accepting your offer via the application portal
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If you miss the deadline, the scholarship will be revoked and offered to another eligible student
Important Dates
Application Deadline: Open
Conclusion
The Teesside University China Bursary Scholarship offers an excellent opportunity for Chinese students looking to begin their academic journey in the UK. With a clear and automatic process, this scholarship rewards academically capable students with valuable financial support to help them succeed.