The International PhD Program in Educational Leadership and Policy (Comparative Education) for International Students is a unique program offered by the Institute of International and Comparative Education at Beijing Normal University with support from the Institute of International Education at Stockholm University. This program, with generous financial support from the Chinese Government, is designed to train talented individuals who can contribute to globalization and internationalization in the fields of educational management, leadership and policy worldwide, and enhance educational and cultural exchange between China and other countries. 

The program at BNU is focused on a series of contemporary issues of educational management, leadership and policy that are relevant to all countries, especially developing nations, as well as international organization. Based on the rich international resources of the Institute of International and Comparative Education atBeijing Normal University and the Institute of International Education at Stockholm University, it has a strong team of professors and faculty members, and aims to become a high quality and world-class international program. 

We sincerely welcome students from countries across the world to apply for this international program, co-creating multiple and proactive cultural atmosphere, and contributing our modest means to promote development of educational management, leadership, and policy worldwide.

1. Application Form 

2. Curriculum Vitae (CV)

3. Personal Statement (1000 words or less)

4. Reserach Proposal

5. Two personal recommendation letters from university, college or research institute academic staff (e.g. professor, associate professor, etc.)

6. Admission Approval Form

7. An original or notarized copy of academic transcripts and degree certificates (undergraduate and postgraduate)

8. Notarized proof of English proficiency for students with English as a second language

9. Two 2-inch photos taken within the last 6 months (no hats, glasses or other obstructions to a full head shot allowed)

10. A copy of the photo page of a valid personal passport

11. Any published academic papers, patents or other academic achievements (originals or copies)

12. 600RMB Application Fee

Note:All documents should be written in English; Application materials and registration fee will not be returned.

1. Register an account at http://apply.bnu.edu.cn and apply online. Complete and print Beijing Normal University International Students Application Form, sign and attach 1 passport photo. 
2. Pay application fee
Option 1: Pay online
Option 2: Come to the International Students Office in person and pay 600RMB
3. Send the application documents via mail or hand deliver to the International Students Office. 
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