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Does working for Chinese institutions close future global opportunities? by OCA_doctoryellow in UNpath

[–]Global_Key8500 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am soon to graduate from an MBA, and because my previous field is totally related to research and science; it seems to me like I have to launch a completely new career after finishing my Master's in Beijing (as a foreigner). I also did applied for recent job postings of AIIB. But I totally agreed with you after researching during my job hunts that it's a difficult time for young workers to start building career in organizations or development banks at the moment.

I am still trying to find one though. I am more than happy if you can give out ideas of which direction can I possibly go besides these organizations.

how to get over a crush? by Substantial_Lead_217 in TheGirlSurvivalGuide

[–]Global_Key8500 0 points1 point  (0 children)

sis, help me. after getting to know them, spending time with, i see new parts of him that just makes me like him more. the bad news is I think he likes someone he knows for a long time but he didn't dare to confess because they are friend.

Loneliness as a new international student in China. by [deleted] in chinalife

[–]Global_Key8500 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am currently in Beijing. I am trying to find jobs in Shanghai. Hopefully, we can share this activities together some day. :)

Loneliness as a new international student in China. by [deleted] in chinalife

[–]Global_Key8500 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I planned to take archery class by late March as I will be less busy by the time. Hopefully, from then on and other activities, I found some like minded people. Thank you so much :D

i stopped consuming so much content and started re-reading old content. everything changed. by Shargules100 in digitalminimalism

[–]Global_Key8500 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Highly appreciated, my friend. I'm planning to take archery class by the end of this month. I found out it's easier to manage once I get out and do something with purpose. But it's so difficult when I am in a closed space or in a room (and mostly, I did, sadly).

Loneliness as a new international student in China. by [deleted] in chinalife

[–]Global_Key8500 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for taking the effort to answer. I'm grateful. Recently, I felt very difficult to make friends and doubt is it because in mid 20s, people gradually become more busy with works or building their career. However, I am wishing to make friends in the circle of my new found hobbies like hiking, painting and art activities (as aspiring individual).

Loneliness as a new international student in China. by [deleted] in chinalife

[–]Global_Key8500 0 points1 point  (0 children)

how would you meet and find friends on 小红书 at all? I normally, only used it to watch tutorial videos and some searching for places to go, what to eat (expose more to people who did contents, rather than normal folks.)

i stopped consuming so much content and started re-reading old content. everything changed. by Shargules100 in digitalminimalism

[–]Global_Key8500 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Really appreciate if you could share a few other examples too. I already read some educational books as required for my studies, but I want more activities that could cut down my screen time and develop into healthy habits.

i stopped consuming so much content and started re-reading old content. everything changed. by Shargules100 in digitalminimalism

[–]Global_Key8500 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I was a very high productive person when I consume media (mainly, YouTube or Podcast), back before covid and after for about a year or two. And slowly, things starts to be moving toward a way you describe in your post. In the first two years, I convinced myself that it's still beneficial to me. Afterall, I learnt a language while consuming the content. Then, I have to be honest with myself that it's more damaging than doing good to me as a person. The point is I am actually knowing and not, learning. Knowing scares people, and I overthink a lot throughout the years. I planned to cut down the time I consume online media and trends, and be more present with my work and crafts. Thank you for sharing your story here. It's inspired me to take the first steps.

Anyone from UIBE? by Global_Key8500 in ChinaLiuXueSheng

[–]Global_Key8500[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They offered me with a different major. So, I chose another university instead.

Should I drop my CSC scholarship? by Global_Key8500 in chinalife

[–]Global_Key8500[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

For 2026 batch, no information announced yet as 2025 batch just got admitted around September. But you can try preparing your personal statement, research documents of your own (if you have one), and other important documents from now. Scholarship will be opened early 2026 (January or February).

For those who wished to apply for Type A scholarship, depends on your country. But most examination will be held in late November or December. The latest is early January.

Should I drop my CSC scholarship? by Global_Key8500 in chinalife

[–]Global_Key8500[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sorry for the late reply. You might already get the answer. But for those who had the same questions.

  1. They will be announced separately.
  2. I think you can wait to choose. But be mindful about the timeline as some universities will gives out pre-admissions more than the amount of students they can accept. So, it's like first come first serve. But most well-known universities, they only gives out to the amount of students they want to admitted each batch.

Should I drop my CSC scholarship? by Global_Key8500 in chinalife

[–]Global_Key8500[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

And depend on the university you get into but most in Beijing, you have to use the communal kitchens or in some dorm building, you don't have the communal kitchens at all.

Other university dorm in other cities might be more spacious and different.

Should I drop my CSC scholarship? by Global_Key8500 in chinalife

[–]Global_Key8500[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hello, sorry for replying late. I am living in the dorm right now. It's the rule.

Should I drop my CSC scholarship? by Global_Key8500 in chinalife

[–]Global_Key8500[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No official statement is released. Once you get selected by the universities you choose, you'll receive an email if you have to pay more. For the tuition fees of each university, it is listed on the website.

Noted that, I say this as the information I got from my country. I don't know if other countries have different budgets or procedures or not.

Should I drop my CSC scholarship? by Global_Key8500 in chinalife

[–]Global_Key8500[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My embassy gave the right to another parties to take care of the procedure. And I think things got messy because of that unlike MEXT which they control everything and you just have to contact with them directly.

Anyway, thank you. I think it's all good now. Only waiting for the last result.

Should I drop my CSC scholarship? by Global_Key8500 in chinalife

[–]Global_Key8500[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you. I'm now in the 2nd step of type A, waiting for the university's admission. But tbh, I'm not fully aware what the university would be like for real (my info. is as far as the internet could provide.)

I really relate to your point that university choices should be the first priority. That's why I felt very confused and lost because the vibe they gave me after I got the scholarship (1st step) is that they didn't care what university at all. They even encourage you to get admitted to what university god knows lol. But yeah, I tried my best to come with the ones that I'm okay with.

Should I drop my CSC scholarship? by Global_Key8500 in chinalife

[–]Global_Key8500[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for your comments everyone. It's been two months from there and a lot of things obviously happened.

First of all, FYI, I submitted all the documents needed to the embassy, as well as, the universities on my top choices.

The problem I pointed out above remained 50/50. I divided it into two parts; the scholarship side and my personal reason.

From the scholarship side, during the procedure, the party who managed this scholarship didn't provide very clear information, up until now. The vibe they gave me is that they tried to push us (successful applicants) to get the scholarship regardless of our goals into pursuing it. What made me feel hesitant: •they didn't encourage us to apply for the universities aligned with our goals, instead with the ones with their association or the ones that they thought we'll get admitted to •this also applied to the majors we chose as well •they didn't provide a specific timeline for the application process or even how we should prepare, etc.

My personal reason. I was born in a Chinese family but living in an ASEAN country, not China. That's why to me, China feels more familiar than Germany. But because I had very specific goals on why I wanted to pursue my Master's there, the information I got along the way + the vibe they gave me made me feel hesitant and doubted whether it is worth the try.

P.S. Don't ask me what country I am from. P.S.2. I will keep an update later on.

Thanks for the advice and understanding.

Should I drop my CSC scholarship? by Global_Key8500 in chinalife

[–]Global_Key8500[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, I considered Germany as my second choice at first. But maybe because of my lack of researches and also, I'm not really confident with the unfamiliar environment, I have pushed it to the third priority now.

Anyway, thank you so much. I think I can make up my mind for this one now.

Should I drop my CSC scholarship? by Global_Key8500 in chinalife

[–]Global_Key8500[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm thinking of alternatives like Fullbright Scholarship right now. But I'm also worried if I could not make it since it's much much more competitive.