Deadline: November 17, 2026
Applications are open for the African Development Bank Group Shanghai Ocean University Scholarship Masters Degree Program 2027. In line with the Bank’s Ten-Year Strategy (2024-2033), the scholarship programme seeks to strengthen Africa’s human capital and multilingual communication capacity by nurturing a new generation of highly qualified translators and interpreters, equipped to operate effectively in the global language services industry.
SHOU is a globally recognised, research-oriented university specialising in marine science, aquaculture and ocean governance. It collaborates with more than 40 international institutions and organisations, reinforcing its leadership in sustainable aquatic development and food systems.
Founded in 2006, the College of Foreign Languages offers undergraduate programmes in English, Japanese and Korean. It also runs two master’s programmes and five teaching departments, including a dedicated Chinese teaching unit serving international students.
Scholarship Programs
Two full-time, three-year master’s programs are available:
- Master of Translation and Interpreting (MTI), a Chinese-taught, three-year, full-time professional program
- Master of Foreign Languages and Literatures (Area Studies), an English-taught, three-year, full-time academic program
Scholarship
For all successful candidates, the scholarship will cover:
- Full tuition, accommodation, meals, and monthly stipends;
- Access to experienced faculty, language-learning resources, and relevant academic and research facilities;
- Specialised academic and professional training in translation, interpreting, foreign languages and area studies.
Eligibility
- Applicants must be nationals of an AfDB Regional Member Country.
- Applicants to either programme must hold at least a bachelor’s degree and must not be older than 30 years as at 1 September 2027.
Application
Applicants must complete and submit the online application form by 17 November 2026. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted regarding the next steps, which may include an online interview with SHOU.
For more information, visit African Development Bank Group Scholarship.
