Hey future physicists, nuclear engineers, and science trailblazers — here’s a piece of news that’s practically glowing!
If you’re from a Belt and Road country and have been dreaming of conducting groundbreaking research in nuclear physics or technology, China just lit the beacon. The China Atomic Energy Scholarship (AES) Program 2025 is officially open for applications, offering a fully funded PhD opportunity at the prestigious Peking University — and yes, the entire program is taught in English.
Let’s break it down — and get you on your way to Beijing!
What’s This All About?
The AES program was launched by the China Atomic Energy Authority and the Ministry of Education of the People’s Republic of China to cultivate a new generation of nuclear experts. Whether you’re passionate about dark matter, particle physics, or nuclear technology, this program could make you one of the top minds in the field — and it’s 100% fully funded.
Where You’ll Study?
You’ll be joining the School of Physics at Peking University — a name that speaks for itself. Ranked among the top universities globally, this is where China’s brightest physicists and researchers are shaping science history.
Program Level: PhD (Doctoral Studies)
Program Duration: 4 years
Medium of Instruction: English Language.
What Can You Specialize In?
You’re not limited to just textbooks. Here’s what your future research could look like:
Majors Offered:
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- Particle Physics and Nuclear Physics
- Nuclear Technology and Applications
Research Directions:
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- Experimental Nuclear Physics
- Searching for Ultralight Dark Matter using Superconducting Radio-Frequency Cavities
- Strong Field Physics and Advanced Acceleration Technology.
Pretty cool, right?
What’s in the Scholarship Package?
The AES program is as generous as it is prestigious. Here’s what you get:
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- Tuition Fee Waiver
- Monthly Stipend (enough to live well in Beijing)
- Medical Insurance
- Accommodation or housing allowance
- Full access to Peking University’s facilities, labs, and mentorship programs.
And best of all — it’s a four-year ride fully covered by the Chinese Government.
Who’s Eligible?
Before you start packing your bags, let’s check if you qualify.
To apply, you must:
- Be a citizen of a Belt and Road country (but not China)
- Hold a Master’s degree in physics, nuclear engineering, chemical engineering, mechanics, or related fields
- Be under 40 years old
- Have excellent English skills (TOEFL iBT ≥ 100 or GRE ≥ 315, or equivalent)
- Be healthy, both physically and mentally
- Have a strong passion for nuclear research
- Bonus points if you already have work experience in nuclear-related sectors.
Apply: https://oldisd.pku.edu.cn/info/1503/7467.htm
Mark Your Calendar!
- Application Deadline: May 15, 2025 (24:00 Beijing Time)
- Result Announcement: July–August 2025 via Email
- Program Start Date: As per university’s fall intake schedule.
