AOGEO scholarship opportunity

Investing in emerging talent strengthens the future of Earth Intelligence. AOGEO and the Regional Center for Space Science and Technology Education in Asia and the Pacific (RCSSTEAP) are teaming up to support 5–10 top students from AOGEO Member countries with scholarships for advanced degrees in space science and technology.

All applicants must submit their application on both the Chinese Government Scholarship Information System and the Beihang International Student Online Application System. Please refer to this brochure for more information.

When submitting applications, please copy the China GEO Secretariat (geosec-china@cstec.org.cn) who will assist in the enrolment and admission process.

Programme information

We are looking for talented students eager to advance their studies in the following areas:

• Remote Sensing and Geographic Information System (MASTA & DOCSTA Programmes)
• Global Navigation Satellite Systems (MASTA & DOCSTA Programmes)
• Micro-Satellite Technologies (MASTA & DOCSTA Programmes)
• Space Project Management (MASTA Programme)

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Comply with the laws and regulations of the People's Republic of China and Beihang University rules.
• Be a citizen of an AOGEO Member Country other than China.
• Be in a suitable state of health.
• Hold a bachelor's degree and be under 35 years old when applying for MASTA.
• Hold a master’s degree and be under 40 years old when applying for DOCSTA.
• Have professional experience in the space technology industry or research institutes.
• Possess relevant English proficiency certificates and the ability to take courses in English.
• Have a research background in relevant areas.

Scholarship information

Applicants may apply for the Chinese Government Scholarship (CSC Scholarship) at Beihang University. The full CSC Scholarship covers:

• Tuition fees
• Free university dormitory or accommodation subsidy
• Monthly stipend:
  • CNY 3,000/month for MASTA students (2 years)
  • CNY 3,500/month for DOCSTA students (4 years)
• Comprehensive medical insurance
• Note: The scholarship does not cover international travel expenses.

Applicants who do not secure the CSC Scholarship may also apply for the Beijing Government Scholarship and Beihang University Scholarship as alternative funding options. For more information, please refer to this brochure.

Application deadline

The deadline for applications for both the MASTA & DOCSTA Programmes and the CSC Scholarship is  March 15, 2025.