With the assistance of Team Mr. Su, Sukhera, a student from Pakistan, has secured a full doctoral scholarship for the Biomedical Engineering program at Harbin Engineering University (Shenzhen Campus) starting in 2025. At 32 years old, having lived in China for several years, how did he overcome numerous challenges to obtain this generous scholarship offer? Let's delve into his story.

In May 2024, Sukhera watched a video shared by Mr. Su online, which offered insights into applying for international study in China. In the video, Mr. Su provided detailed explanations of the specialized features of Chinese universities, the advantages of different geographical locations, and application techniques. This proved to be an eye-opener for Sukhera, who had been struggling with choosing a university and navigating the application process. He immediately decided to contact our team, hoping to find an ideal university that could meet both his academic needs and allow him to balance his family responsibilities with the help of professional support.

During his initial communication with us, Sukhera clearly stated his requirement: he would only consider pursuing a doctoral degree at universities in Guangdong Province or its surrounding areas. His cautious approach to university selection stemmed from his sense of responsibility and care for his family. His wife works in Foshan, and he hoped to have more time to accompany his family and take care of his children while pursuing his academic aspirations, thus achieving a balance between family life and his studies. Among his preferred choices, Southern Medical University and Harbin Institute of Technology (Shenzhen Campus) (hereinafter referred to as HITSZ) stood out. Southern Medical University boasts a profound foundation in the field of biomedicine, while HITSZ offers advantages in research resources and geographical location, both of which greatly appealed to him. Sukhera also has an impressive academic background: during his master's studies at HAMDARD UNIVERSITY in Pakistan, driven by his passion for the major and relentless research efforts, he achieved a high GPA of 3.93/4. Additionally, he published two international journal papers as the first author, which serve as strong evidence of his academic capabilities.

However, when we carefully reviewed the timeline for doctoral program applications in 2024, we found that the application portals of most universities had already closed by then, making it clearly too late for Sukhera to apply for admission in 2024. Taking into account Sukhera's actual situation and strong demands, we recommended that he adjust his enrollment time to September 2025. This would not only give him sufficient time to prepare application materials but also allow for better planning of his family and academic arrangements. After careful consideration, Sukhera accepted our suggestion and agreed to officially launch the application process for admission in September 2025 between October and November 2024.

In November 2024, Sukhera contacted our team on schedule to formally initiate the application process. During the first in-depth communication, he clearly expressed his core requirement: only considering universities in Guangdong Province or its surrounding areas for his doctoral studies. Upon understanding Sukhera's needs, Lulu, a consultant from our team, took immediate action. She first conducted a comprehensive review of Sukhera's academic background, including his participation in multiple experimental projects during his master's studies, the relevant academic papers he had published, and the solid academic foundation reflected by his high GPA of 3.93/4. In response to the application requirements of Southern Medical University and HITSZ, Lulu guided him through perfecting the application materials one by one: from a personal statement that highlights his research achievements, to a research proposal that highly aligns with the research directions of the target universities, and to coordinating with referees to write recommendation letters. Every step was approached with precision and thoroughness to ensure perfection.

During the preparation process, Lulu also discovered a cooperative program between Dalian University of Technology and BGI Genomics. This program requires only 0.5 years of study in Dalian, with the remaining time allowing students to study and work in Shenzhen. For Sukhera, who hoped to take care of his family nearby, this was undoubtedly an extremely attractive option. Lulu promptly informed Sukhera of this information and provided a detailed analysis of the program's advantages and curriculum structure. Upon hearing this, Sukhera was extremely excited and immediately decided to include Dalian University of Technology in his list of application targets, thus forming an application plan covering three institutions: Southern Medical University, HITSZ, and Dalian University of Technology (for the cooperative program with BGI Genomics).

Nevertheless, the application process was not without obstacles. From May 2024, when he began preparing materials and submitting applications, until May 2025, Sukhera had not received any positive responses from the supervisors of any of the applied institutions. During this period, Sukhera inevitably felt anxious, worrying that he would not be able to fulfill his wish of balancing family and studies. However, our team never gave up. Lulu, leveraging her years of accumulated experience, continued to contact relevant supervisors on Sukhera's behalf and repeatedly recommended his academic achievements and research potential.

Finally, on May 9, 2025, with only 11 days left until the May 20 deadline for HITSZ's application, good news arrived. Lulu successfully made contact with Professor Ma from HITSZ, who is highly accomplished in the field of Biomedical Engineering and whose research direction is highly consistent with Sukhera's academic interests. Lulu provided Professor Ma with a detailed introduction to Sukhera's high GPA, research experience, and sense of responsibility towards his family. Professor Ma showed great interest in Sukhera and immediately agreed to offer him an interview opportunity.

During the interview, Sukhera won high recognition from Professor Ma with his solid professional knowledge, clear research ideas, and sincere attitude. On May 13, Professor Ma sent an acceptance letter to Sukhera, and this good news filled Sukhera with immense excitement.

In June 2025, Sukhera successfully received the admission notice from Harbin Institute of Technology, Shenzhen Campus. To his greater delight, he also obtained a full scholarship, along with an additional annual living allowance of 50,000 yuan. This not only covers his tuition fees and living expenses but also enables him to devote himself to academic research without any worries while taking care of his family nearby.

As a top-tier science and engineering university, Harbin Institute of Technology (Shenzhen Campus) possesses advanced laboratories and a strong research team in the field of Biomedical Engineering. Particularly located in Shenzhen, a city with a vibrant atmosphere for technological innovation, it provides students with unique research resources and industrial cooperation opportunities, making it highly sought after by students both at home and abroad. For Sukhera, this place not only fulfills his academic pursuits but also allows him to return to his home in Foshan to accompany his wife and children whenever he has free time amid his busy studies, truly achieving a balance between family and academia.

The moment he learned of his admission, Sukhera immediately called Lulu, his voice filled with joy and gratitude. He said that it was the professionalism and perseverance of our team that helped him realize his dream of not giving up his academic aspirations while being able to take care of his family. Our team also felt sincerely happy for Sukhera, as helping him find the most suitable platform for his development is our greatest achievement.

If you, like Sukhera, hold the dream of studying in China and also have considerations regarding family, geographical location, or other aspects, please feel free to contact us. We will tailor the most suitable application plan for you based on your specific circumstances, and with the help of our abundant resources and professional experience, we will assist you in successfully entering your ideal Chinese university and embarking on a wonderful journey that balances academic studies and life.