The UCAS International Summer School 2024 will be held at Beijing, China’s University of the Chinese Academy of Sciences (UCAS). The theme of this ten-day, fully sponsored program is “Global Change and Ecological Health.” Thirty to forty-five participants will be selected by UCAS, comprising researchers and international students from China and other countries. The program is slated to run from July 18, 2024, until July 27, 2024. Students who successfully complete the summer school program will receive a certificate from UCAS.
Candidates specializing in ecology and environmental fields who have professional credentials in related topics such as geography, biology, chemistry, ecology, and other disciplines from internationally renowned universities will be selected by UCAS. Participants will also get the opportunity to visit Huairou Science City, where they can take part in scientific research projects and experience Chinese culture firsthand. More information is given below.
Country Hosting: China University Hosting: UCAS Venue: UCAS, Beijing, China Financial Support: Fully Funded
Eligibility Criteria:
- Applicants must hold non-Chinese citizenship.
- Good physical and mental health is a requirement.
- Applicants should generally be undergraduate students under the age of 35.
- Relevant background in environmental science, ecology, geography, resources, biology, chemistry, and related majors is necessary.
- Interdisciplinary majors are also encouraged to apply.
- Proficiency in English is essential.
Benefits:
- Reimbursement for return travel expenses
- Waived tuition fees
- Medical insurance coverage
- Provided accommodation
- Meals included
Required Documents:
- Scan of a passport
- A passport-sized photo
- a certificate of bachelor’s or master’s degree (current students may present documentation of enrolment)
- Transcript for a bachelor’s or master’s degree
- Proof of fluency in English
- Optional letter of recommendation
Deadline: 31st May 2024
