Zhejiang University - Scholars Summer Research Program
City: Hangzhou Country: China
Overview
What Zhejiang has to offer:
- One of China's oldest institutions of higher education
- Named, "The Best University in China," by China University Rankings
- 12 branches of learning; including philosophy, literature, history, education, science, economics, law, management, engineering, agriculture, and medicine
- One of the largest academic libraries in the country, with approximately 6.9 million volumes
- 11 national key laboratories, two national engineering research centres, three national engineering technology centres
- Over 50 student organizations; including the internationally renowned Wenqin Art Troupe
- Located in Hangzhou, the capital city of Zhejiang Province, noted for its beautiful West Lake and surrounding scenic places of historic interest
This program:
- provides a cutting-edge research experience to the new generation of future leaders
- allows students to take part in a research project under the guidance of a renowned ZJU professor and work closely with other graduate and upper level undergraduate students as part of a research team.
Deadline to apply
TBC
When Can I Go?
TBC
Eligibility Requirements
Open to: Faculty of Graduate Studies and Research
Level: Third/ Fourth Year Undergrad Students & Graduate
Zhejiang University invites you to review the list of participating professors to learn more about their research projects. If you are interested in working with one of them, please email the professor to confirm there is still room on the research team.
In your email, please use "ZJU Scholars" in the subject line, and then include a copy of your CV and transcript.You should also email them the "2018 Letter of Approval from the ZJU Professor" form so they can fill it out and return it to you if they approve your request.
Download Professor Contact Sheet (.xls)
Application for ZJU Summer Scholars Research Program (.docx)
Course Information
Language of Instruction: English
Field of Study: Biosystem Engineering and Food Science, Environmental Science, Engineering (Materials, Mechanical, Computer)
Fees and Costs
Zhejiang University will provide the following:
- Free tuition
- Free on-campus accommodation from June 17 - August 14
- A living allowance of 2800 RMB (approximately 550 CAD)
Students will be responsible for covering all costs for airfare, local transportation, insurance, Chinese visa application fees.
Housing
Free on-campus housing is provided by Zhejiang University
Program Contact
Zhi Jones
Associate Director, University of Alberta International
zhi.jones@ualberta.ca
Ciara Murrin
International Internship Coordinator
University of Alberta International
ciara.murrin@ualberta.ca
Funding Opportunities
Students receive on average between $1,400-$2,000 in funding.
Over 80% of students who apply get funding.