🎓 UCA Doctoral Preparation Programme 2026/27—— A structured academic pathway toward PhD study
The University for the Creative Arts (UCA) has opened applications for its Doctoral Preparation Programme (2026/27) — a 10-week online course designed to help aspiring researchers build the foundation for doctoral study in the creative disciplines.
Whether you’re aiming to apply for a PhD, returning to academia after professional experience, or refining a research idea you’re passionate about, this programme provides the tools, structure, and confidence to move forward.
🔍 What the Programme Offers
Participants will:
· Develop essential academic and research skills needed for doctoral work
· Learn to conduct literature reviews and design research proposals
· Strengthen academic writing and English proficiency
· Prepare for PhD interviews and application procedures
Upon completion, students will be well prepared to progress into UCA’s doctoral application and interview stage.
🗓 Course Structure
📅 Duration: 10 weeks (November 17, 2025 – February 6, 2026)
💻 Mode: Fully online (UK time)
⏰ Weekly learning: Approximately 5 hours
Class times:
Mondays: 10:00–13:00
Wednesdays: 13:00–15:00
📘 Module Overview
1️⃣ Research Skills and Training
2️⃣ Confirming Research Project
3️⃣ PhD Application
4️⃣ Preparing for Interview
At Scholars Hub, we continue to support prospective doctoral applicants with professional guidance and insight into programmes like UCA’s Doctoral Preparation Course — helping researchers take their next confident step toward a PhD.
📩 For more information about the programme or doctoral application support, feel free to reach out to Scholars Hub.
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07/10/2025
🌍 EWIE Visits Queen Mary University of London and Concludes Project Cooperation Agreement
On 11 September 2025, Mr WANG Wei, President of East & West International Education Group (EWIE), led a delegation to Queen Mary University of London (QMUL), one of the UK’s most prestigious universities with over a century of history.
In-depth discussions were held with QMUL’s senior management team, resulting in several important agreements and laying a solid foundation for the further advancement of educational cooperation between the two parties.
🤝 Attendees from QMUL included:
Mr Lee Wildman, Global Partnerships Director
Ms Jane Wallis, Director of Global Online Partnerships
Ms Jenny Zhou, Deputy Head of International Student Recruitment
Mr Ceri Bevan, Deputy Head of Global Partnerships and Opportunities
Ms Patty Wang, East Asia Regional Manager
Ms Eva Xiao Guo, Senior Admissions Manager for China
Their strong participation highlighted QMUL’s commitment to this collaboration.
Key outcomes of the meeting included:
✨ Signing of a full-project agency agreement, establishing a close cooperation mechanism to support student recruitment and programme promotion.
✨ Formal recognition of EWIE’s foundation programmes (IFC and IPMP), ensuring smooth progression for students to study overseas.
✨ Consensus on exploring a 2+2 joint education model.
✨ Initial discussions on the Scholars Hub programme, designed to cultivate high-level international talents.
This milestone meeting not only clarified the future direction of cooperation but also achieved tangible results. The initiatives reached will foster resource sharing, create synergies in international education, and inject new momentum into nurturing globally competitive talents.
19/09/2025
We are pleased to share that Scholars Hub, a program under East & West International Education Group (EWIE), was presented at the 6th Annual Conference of the Association of British Chinese Professors (ABCP), held at the University of Surrey on September 12–13, 2025.
EWIE President WANG Wei delivered a keynote speech, highlighting three initiatives — Interlink, Inspire, Initiate — to encourage deeper UK-China collaboration in education and research.
🎓 Scholars Hub is designed to support aspiring PhD students from China in connecting directly with UK professors, fostering academic exchange and international talent development.
We are grateful for the recognition received from conference participants and look forward to expanding our global network to empower the next generation of scholars.
31/08/2025
Farewell, August! Hello, September!🍂
28/07/2025
🌐 Partnership. Confidence. Prosperity
ABCP 2025 Annual Conference | Scholars Hub to Deliver Keynote
The 6th Annual Conference of the ABCP (Association of British Chinese Professors) will be held on September 12–13, 2025, at the University of Surrey, UK.
This year’s theme — “Partnership, Confidence, and Prosperity” — focuses on interdisciplinary collaboration, innovation, and academic exchange between China and the UK.
🎤 As ABCP’s exclusive strategic partner, Scholars Hub is honored to participate and deliver a keynote speech
🧠 Who Should Attend?
-PhD applicants and early-career researchers
-Scholars seeking UK–China cooperation
-Institutions exploring cross-border collaboration
🗓️ Conference Details
📍 Location: University of Surrey, Guildford, UK
📅 Date: September 12–13, 2025
🖊️ Register by: August 25, 2025
(ABCP members register free; non-members pay a fee)
🤝 About Scholars Hub
We connect PhD candidates with top global supervisors, offer project and scholarship updates, and build strong UK–China academic networks.
👉 Interested in opportunities or collaboration?
Message us directly or follow our page for updates.
🎓 The University of Reading is a prestigious research university with over 100 years of history, known for its strong academic excellence and supportive research environment.
Recently, Scholars Hub visited the Reading campus and had the pleasure of speaking with Jonathan Lloyd, who shared valuable insights about the Doctoral and Researcher College - the main support centre for over 1,800 PhD students. From comprehensive training and research guidance to career development and admin support, the college helps doctoral researchers thrive and push the boundaries in their fields.
Jonathan also introduced the PhD Development Programme, which offers more than 70 courses covering everything from research skills to career planning - designed to help PhD students enhance their research capabilities and boost their future career prospects.
Check out our video to hear what he had to say and get a closer look at this inspiring research community!
We spoke with Dr Burak Karadag, whose career spans three key post-PhD pathways: academic research, industry, and entrepreneurship. An aerospace engineer with a in plasma propulsion, he made a bold leap from space to agriculture. After a postdoc at the and a role at developing cutting-edge home technology, he founded DEBYE, a deeptech startup focused on electrifying nitrogen fertiliser production for sustainable agriculture.
Dr Karadag shared candid and insightful reflections on navigating career opportunities beyond academia, highlighting the versatility of PhD-trained talent.
At Scholars Hub, we collaborate with universities, research centres, and supervisors to help bridge the gap between talent and opportunity. Through curated content and targeted program matching, we support the academic pipeline while helping researchers make informed choices about their future.
We’ll continue to feature diverse voices from academia and industry to spark more dialogue around PhD pathways, researcher development, and international academic collaboration.
🔗 Let's connect and explore how we can work together to support emerging research talent.
🎓 Successful Seminar on PhD Admissions with the University of Leicester
Thrilled to have recently co-hosted an online seminar with the University of Leicester, streamed live via the WeChat Video Channel Scholars Hub!
We had received over 600 likes — thank you all for your support and interest!
A big shout-out to our amazing speakers:
👏 Dr. Navajyoti Samanta – Associate Professor and PhD supervisor at Leicester Law School
👏 Ms. Karen White – Postgraduate Research Admissions Officer
👏 Ms. Euphie Kuang – China Regional Manager
👏 Ms. Xinyuan Gao – Current PhD student and CSC scholarship awardee
And a special thanks to Tracy Ye Li, Associate Head of International office, for her coordination and support behind the scenes!
During the session, we explored how to apply for a UK PhD, available scholarships (including CSC), what to expect during your PhD journey, and how to plan your application. The Q&A at the end was full of great questions and honest, helpful answers from our speakers.
Looking forward to more events like this in collaboration with the University of Leicester and other global institutions to support future PhD students on their academic journey!
22/04/2025
Loughborough University’s Sport Science Expert Visits Scholars Hub Beijing!
On April 18, we welcomed Dr. Daniel Fong, Reader in Sports Medicine and Biomechanics at Loughborough University—the world’s #1 sport science university (ranked by QS for 8 years in a row!) - to Scholars Hub Beijing.
He shared everything future PhD applicants need to know about joining Loughborough’s incredible research programs:
✅ What the admissions team is looking for
✅ What documents you need to prepare
✅ How to apply for scholarships
✅ Why your research ideas matter (think: digital sport & public health!)
Dr. Fong also gave us an exciting look at what makes Loughborough special:
🔹 A strong community of over 300 PhD students
🔹 World-class faculty—including Royal Society Fellows
🔹 High-tech labs & elite partnerships (Premier League, IOC, and more!)
Bonus: Applications are open all year round! Just start talking to a potential supervisor 6–12 months early-and Scholars Hub is here to help make that connection.
Huge thanks to Dr. Fong and everyone who joined! Let’s keep building bridges between China and the world’s top academic talent! 🌍🎓💪
18/03/2025
🚀 Wiseway Joins the University of Birmingham’s 125th Anniversary Celebration! 🎉
On March 14, 2025, Wiseway was honored to attend the University of Birmingham’s 125th-anniversary event! 🙌 The evening featured a prestigious awards ceremony and a gala dinner where Mr. WANG Huachen, Wiseway’s General Manager, represented our team.
🎓 Key Highlights:
✅ Strengthened partnerships with the University of Birmingham
✅ Discussed future collaboration in education & international exchange
✅ Explored new ways to help students achieve their study abroad dreams
This event marks another exciting step in our journey to support global education! 🌍 We look forward to more opportunities to connect, collaborate, and create meaningful change.
18/03/2025
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