Apply today: Research opportunities in Canada for Chinese scholars

May 20, 2025 - The Canada-China Scholars’ Exchange Program (CCSEP) is offering scholarships to Chinese scholars and professionals wishing to conduct research in Canada, specifically in the area of Canadian studies.

Established in 1973, CCSEP has fostered mutual understanding, academic collaboration, and cultural exchange for over five decades.

To find out more about an academic experience in Canada, read the testimonial from a former CCSEP recipient, Chenying Zhou.

• Program name: Canada-China Scholars’ Exchange Program (CCSEP)
• Funding organizations: Global Affairs Canada and the Ministry of Education of the People’s Republic of China
• Target audience: Chinese scholars and professionals
• Fields: Canadian studies, with an emphasis on social sciences and humanities
• Duration: 4 to 12 months
• Inclusions: One round-trip flight, visa application fee, monthly stipend, and medical insurance
• Deadline: June 30, 2025

For more information, visit the Canada-China Scholars’ Exchange Program guidelines.