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Requirements for visas changed in 2013 but all indications still seem to be that you will need to travel outside of China in order to get another visa. Unfortunately, the F type visa can't be transferred or "changed" into another kind, so the process more or less has to be started again.
Officially speaking, it is best to apply for a new visa from your home country, but this might not be practical. Hong Kong seems to be a popular destination for expats looking to get a different type of visa for mainland China. While many expats have done this, there is the chance it may not work. So I can advise that you be prepare for this possibility.
In the meantime, have a look at our Visas for China page to get a better idea of how the Chinese visa system works.
Good luck!
Xavier