South China Agricultural University

Major agricultural and life-sciences university in Guangzhou with broad degree programs for international students.

At a glance

Location

Guangzhou, South China

Degree levels

Undergraduate · Graduate (Master's / PhD)

English-taught

Selected English-taught graduate programs (HSK 3 accepted for English-taught); most programs Chinese-taught (HSK 4).

CSCA aptitude exam

Required for undergraduate applicants (national policy, from 2026/27). — subjects: 理科中文, 数学

Language requirement

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

Application deadline

Self-funded: Mar 1 – Jun 30.

Tuition (indicative)

¥15,000–22,500/yr (undergrad; arts/social ¥15,000, art/music ¥22,500).

Programs & degrees

Undergraduate

Available

Graduate

Master's & PhD available

English-taught

Selected English-taught graduate programs (HSK 3 accepted for English-taught); most programs Chinese-taught (HSK 4).

CSC scholarships

Eligible — see the scholarship list and the CSC guide.

Strong subjects

• Veterinary Medicine
• Crop Science
• Agricultural Engineering

Why students choose it

• Nationally leading veterinary medicine
• Strong agricultural discipline
• Located in Guangzhou

Highlights

• College of International Education (cie.scau.edu.cn) is the official international office.
• Self-funded portal on the school's own StudyInChina platform.
• Guangdong Government 'Study in Guangdong' scholarship available.

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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