Beijing Film Academy International Acting and Directing Scholarship 2025

Beijing Film Academy (BFA), widely regarded as the cradle of Chinese film talent, invites aspiring international students to its prestigious International BA Program for Acting and Directing Combined Studies. Offered by the College of International Education, this unique four-year undergraduate program integrates bilingual teaching (Chinese and English) to foster global-ready professionals skilled in both acting and directing.

BFA-BA Program Highlights

• Integrated Approach: Combines acting expertise with directorial creativity to nurture versatile talents who can excel in both fields.
• Practice Meets Theory: Engages students in hands-on stage and film production, bridging theoretical learning with real-world experience.
• International Faculty: Instruction by seasoned professors from BFA and globally renowned experts.
• Cultural Insight: Emphasizes cross-cultural artistic expressions and immersion in Chinese film and television culture.
• Career Prospects: Graduates are equipped to pursue careers in theatrical and film performance, directing, arts management, and education.

Scholarship Opportunities

Admitted students may benefit from:

1. Beijing Government Scholarship for International Students: Tuition reduction based on exam results and overall academic performance.
2. Beijing Film Academy International College Academic Scholarship: Additional support for outstanding students.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Be a foreign national with a valid passport.
• Be at least 18 years old by the date of enrollment.
• Meet health standards issued by China’s Ministry of Education and Health.
• Possess proficiency in both Chinese and English to adapt to the bilingual curriculum.
• Have normal hearing and no color blindness.
• No criminal record.

Apply: https://international.bfa.edu.cn/info/1017/1183.htm.

Important Dates

• May 31, 2025: Deadline for the second batch application submission.
• January 2025 – June 2025: Online interviews for applicants.
• July 2025: Admission notices sent via email.
• September 2025: Enrollment begins.