Beijing Foreign Studies University

China's premier foreign-language and diplomacy university (101 languages).

At a glance

Location

Beijing, North China

Degree levels

Undergraduate · Graduate (Master's / PhD)

English-taught

English-taught: International Economics & Trade, Diplomacy, Sinology.

CSCA aptitude exam

Required for undergraduate applicants (e.g. 丝绸之路 program: 中文 + 数学). — subjects: 文科中文, 数学

Language requirement

HSK 4 for Chinese-taught; IELTS 6.0 / TOEFL 80 for English-taught.

Application deadline

Undergrad: Jan – May.

Tuition (indicative)

¥22,000–32,000/yr.

Programs & degrees

Undergraduate

Available

Graduate

Master's & PhD available

English-taught

English-taught: International Economics & Trade, Diplomacy, Sinology.

CSC scholarships

Eligible — see the scholarship list and the CSC guide.

Strong subjects

• Foreign Languages & Literature
• Translation Studies
• International Politics

Why students choose it

• Authoritative foreign-language teaching
• Excellent diplomacy career prospects
• Extensive international exchange

Highlights

• 101 languages taught — diplomacy & translation focus
• 丝绸之路 scholarship program requires CSCA 中文+数学
• Apply portal: study.bfsu.edu.cn

How to apply

1. Check eligibility and the language requirement (HSK for Chinese-taught programs, or an English test for English-taught programs).
2. Prepare your documents: notarised transcripts, a study plan, two recommendation letters, and the physical-examination form.
3. Submit through the official portal below, and sit the CSCA aptitude assessment if you are applying for undergraduate admission.
4. Track your deadline and wait for the admission notice; apply for a CSC scholarship separately if you are eligible.

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