The 2025 Sun Yat-sen University (SYSU) International Summer Program
（Funded by China Scholarship Council）

SOCIETY, LANGUAGE, AND ARTS (SLA): EXPLORING THE DIVERSITY OF CHINESE CULTURE IN THE GREATER BAY AREA

School of Foreign Languages, SYSU warmly invites students from universities around the world to embark on this extraordinary academic journey. Immerse yourself in cuttingedge courses guided by top-tier scholars, and explore the vibrancy of Lingnan culture and the dynamism of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area. This summer, we welcome you to join us at the historic and picturesque campus of SYSU！

About SYSU and School of Foreign Languages

Sun Yat-sen University (SYSU) was founded in 1924 by the Chinese democratic revolutionary Dr. Sun Yat-sen. It is one of the top universities within China, which also enjoys world renown for its teaching and research.

The School of Foreign Languages (FLS) is one of the oldest schools of Sun Yat-sen University (SYSU). Its predecessor, the Department of English Literature, was established in 1924. It was joined by the
French, German and Japanese departments in 1957, 1958 and 1978 respectively. The school is known as one of the strongholds in such areas as linguistics, English literature, and translation studies. 

Eligibility

  • Non-Chinese Students from universities outside China
  • Students who have completed at least one-semester’s study at their home universities
  • Adequate English proficiency

Application

Required Materials

(1) Registration form
(2) A nomination/ recommendation letter
(3) An official academic transcript
(4) A copy of passport or identity card (photo page)
(5) A color ID photograph (e-copy)
(6) Insurance: All students must secure comprehensive insurance from their home country, covering all aspects of their visit to China, including travel insurance, medical care, accident and emergency, hospitalisation, repatriation, and deportation.

Application Procedures

(1) Step 1: complete the registration form
(2) Step 2: Send all the application materials to: wangz37@mail.sysu.edu.cn
(3) Step 3: Receive admission package from SYSU

Scholarship and Fees

1. Admitted students will receive funding from the Chinese Government Scholarship administered by China Scholarship Council (CSC), covering tuition fees, on-campus accommodation, 14-day living allowance, and comprehensive medical insurance within China.
2. The international airfare, health insurance outside China, visa fee, local transportation, and other expenses shall be borne by the applicant.

Accommodation

On-campus double room accommodation is available for the students who are admitted as members of the program and who have submitted required materials before the deadline.

Important Dates

  • Jun 15, 2025: Application Deadline
  • Jun 20, 2025: Admission Notification
  • Jul 20, 2025: Arrival and Registration
  • Jul 21, 2025: Opening Ceremony
  • Aug 3, 2025: Closing Ceremony
  • Aug 3, 2025: Departure

Course and activities (3 credits)
Field trips and experiences

  • Opening ceremony, orientation, and ice-breaking
  • Campus tour, Guided/Free city tour
  • Visit to SYSU Museum, SYSU History Museum, Guangzhou Museum, Nanyue King Museum, Cantonese Opera Museum, Guangzhou Art Museum, Chen Clan Academy
  • Immersive Chinese calligraphy class
  • Immersive Traditional Chinese medicine class
  • Martial arts experience/martial arts-related movies
  • Closing ceremony and farewell party

Course (topics include)

  • Chinese language and culture
  • Chinese history
  • Chinese calligraphy
  • Chinese opera
  • Traditional Chinese medicine
  • Chinese poetry
  • Chinese fine art
  • Chinese philosophy
  • Chinese martial arts

Contact Information
Tel: +86-20-84113602
Wechat: 18801201336
Email: wangz37@mail.sysu.edu.cn

Address: No.135, Xingang Xi Road, School of Foreign Languages, Sun Yat-sen University
Guangzhou 510275, P.R. China

First published: 13 May 2025

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