This Law is formulated with a view to safeguarding the sovereignty of　the 　People's Republic of China, maintaining its security and public order　and facilitating international exchange.						A health examination is required for students holding an X Visa for those studying in China for more than 6 months.
Students studying in China for less than 6 months require an F visa while students studying in China for more than 6 months require an X visa, as well as a physical examination.						The HSK (Hanyu Shuiping Kaoshi) or the Chinese Proficiency Test, is the national standardized test designed and developed by the HSK Center to assess the Chinese language proficiency of non-native speakers.
Applicants can directly contact relevant universities or ask for materials according to the directory listed in this part in order to choose a suitable university and major.		The expense for self-financed international students in Beijing is relatively low compared to that of other countries. The total expense, including tuition, room and board ranges from US$4,000 to US$15, 000 a year depending on your area of study and your lifestyle.				The Beijing Municipal Government has established a scholarship fund for foreign students and scholars in Beijing, the first of its kind to be offered by a city government in China.