Entry Requirements
To be eligible, applicants should be non-Chinese citizens with a valid ordinary-type passport, and in good health;
If you are applying for Chinese-taught programs, HSK certificates within two years are required (HSK refers to Chinese Proficiency Test. You can find information on: www.chinesetest.cn):
HSK 5 above 180 for Science or Engineering, Economics or Management and Art;
HSK 5 above 210 for Humanities.
HSK Exemptions
The following types of applicants are exempt from taking the HSK:
Native speaker of Chinese;
The previous degree is fully taught in Chinese.
Be a bachelor's degree holder;
Graduates who did not receive their degree certificates at the time of application should provide pre-graduation certificates issued by their schools or colleges to prove their ability to graduate smoothly and obtain their degree certificates by July 2022.
Relevant undergraduate academic background is required, or have completed undergraduate-level courses relevant to intended graduate major, with GPA 2.5 or above(Note: 4-Point GPA System);
Accepted by a prospective professor at Shanghai University
Choose supervisor online when choosing a major in the online application system and get accepted by a prospective professor.
Please note that it is not required to choose supervisor for the following Master's programs: School of Economics, MBA center and SILC Business School. The colleges will arrange soon after they register at Shanghai University.
Students applying to programs of arts must have relative academic background and submit a portfolio. Please refer to detailed application requirements under the program introduction on application website.
Some colleges give priority to applicants with work experience, such as MBA Center.
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Special Requirements
Online Interview Before Being Accepted: Required
You will need to attend an online interview through Skype or WeChat with the teacher before the result for your application was released.
Pay Deposit Before Getting Admission Letter: Required, and You Will Need to Pay 5,000 RMBYou will need to pay 5,000 RMB as a deposit to the university before you can get admission letter, and usually it will be used as part of the tuition fee.
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Program Description
1. The Aim
1. Candidates are required to study hard in Marxism, Leninism, Mao Zedong Thought and Deng Xiaoping Theory. They should adhere to the party's basic lines, be patriotic, and abide by law and disciplines. Based on a sound moral integrity, a rigorous and scientific attitude towards academic work, and a strong sense of dedication, they should endeavor to contribute to the ongoing socialist modernization drive.
2. Candidates must have a firm theoretical foundation in their special fields and broad background in related areas. They should be competent in undertaking independent research and development, and capable of making original contributions to their scientific and technological discipline. They should be proficient in English.
3. Candidates must take an active part in physical exercises and keep fit.
4. Circuits and Systems is a rapidly developing disciplinary field having close links with information technology and related high-technological fields. Students study theories and techniques in a wide range of topics such as image processing and information systems, pattern recognition, microelectronics, integrated circuits and micro-systems, signal detection, etc. Both fundamental and specialized courses are offered, reflecting the most up-to-date advances in this field. Research topics mostly come from front-line scientific and technological investigations and urgent needs of the national economy. Graduates must have a good command of fundamental theories and specialized knowledge and skills. They must be able to carry out creative work in research and development of this fast growing field.
2. Duration of Study
The program for master candidates lasts two and half years. Part-time candidates who have a job while pursuing a master’s degree can extend their study to three to five years.3. Directions of Research
1. Image processing and pattern recognition
2. IC design and tests
3. Signal detection and control
4. Intelligent transportation systems4. Curriculum
CategoryCourse NumberCourse NamePeriodCreditTermRemarksAcademic Degree Courses Political Theoretical Course 001000701Theory and Practice of Scientific Socialism3021001000702Natural Dialectics4532First Foreign Language 001000704Public English10031, 2071000701Professional English4023Basic and Specialized Course 071000702Introduction to random signals4041071201701Advanced circuit theory4041071201702Digital image processing and pattern recognition4042Required Courses Literature Reading Seminar 071000904Signal processing in communication4042Select one in the three 071000908DSP and applications4042071000907Transmission net works4041071000901Statistic detection and estimation4042071000905Advances in electronics4043071000906Advances in communication and information technology4043071201901Modern circuits4041071000911Pattern recognition4043Academic Seminar 25. Research and Thesis
1. A candidate must obtain required credits before he/she is eligible for undertaking research towards a Master theses. The candidate is required to make an extensive literature survey in the field of intended research to prepare a kickoff report. The literature survey is also a good chance to practice technical English, especially improve reading proficiency.
2. A kickoff report of no less than 5000 words must be submitted in the fourth semester, which contains a survey of the literature, significance of the topic, problems to be studied, key points and special features, expected results and possible innovations.
3. Assessment on the kickoff report is made by a group of no less than 3senior teachers before the candidate can proceed with the research.
4. In the middle of the research, the candidate should review, and provide a report on, his/her work carried out according to the plan in order to make sure that the research goes properly. A warning is given if major discrepancy from the plan is found.
5. Before the thesis can be submitted for defense, it is subjected to an anonymous review process, which assesses the draft for originality, academic quality, correctness, and practicality. A preliminary defense is organized two months before the formal defense can be held. A panel gives an assessment to the draft, and decides whether or not the candidate can proceed for completion of the research. In case of failure, the candidate will be given three to six months to revise the thesis before he/she can re-submit the work.
6. Having passed the preliminary defense and after necessary modifications, the thesis is evaluated by no less than three senior examiners, including external professor(s), in closely related fields. A formal defense session is held upon approval of the thesis by both the internal and external examiners.
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Entry Requirements
To be eligible, applicants should be non-Chinese citizens with a valid ordinary-type passport, and in good health;
If you are applying for Chinese-taught programs, HSK certificates within two years are required (HSK refers to Chinese Proficiency Test. You can find information on: www.chinesetest.cn):
HSK 5 above 180 for Science or Engineering, Economics or Management and Art;
HSK 5 above 210 for Humanities.
HSK Exemptions
The following types of applicants are exempt from taking the HSK:
Native speaker of Chinese;
The previous degree is fully taught in Chinese.
Be a bachelor's degree holder;
Graduates who did not receive their degree certificates at the time of application should provide pre-graduation certificates issued by their schools or colleges to prove their ability to graduate smoothly and obtain their degree certificates by July 2022.
Relevant undergraduate academic background is required, or have completed undergraduate-level courses relevant to intended graduate major, with GPA 2.5 or above(Note: 4-Point GPA System);
Accepted by a prospective professor at Shanghai University
Choose supervisor online when choosing a major in the online application system and get accepted by a prospective professor.
Please note that it is not required to choose supervisor for the following Master's programs: School of Economics, MBA center and SILC Business School. The colleges will arrange soon after they register at Shanghai University.
Students applying to programs of arts must have relative academic background and submit a portfolio. Please refer to detailed application requirements under the program introduction on application website.
Some colleges give priority to applicants with work experience, such as MBA Center.
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Fee Structure
Tuition Fee Master RMB 29,000 per year
RMB 72,500 in total (About $ 14,796)Accommodation Fee International Student Dormitory Double Room RMB 70 (More Details) Quad room RMB 35 (More Details) Single Room RMB 140 (More Details) International Student Dormitory Double Room RMB 70 (More Details) Quad room RMB 35 (More Details) Single Room RMB 140 (More Details) Shenyuan International Apartments in the east side: (for self-paid students only) Double Room RMB 70 (More Details) Quad room RMB 35 (More Details) Single Room RMB 140 (More Details) International Student Dormitory Double Room RMB 70 (More Details) Single Room RMB 140 (More Details) Other Fees Application Fee USD 103 Service Fee USD 54 Living Expense RMB 1,500 to RMB 2,000 - Application Materials
"*" means necessary documents that you must provide in your application.
*1. Information Page of Passport
A clear copy of your valid passport with your name, photo, birth date, place of birth, date of issue, date of expiry; Visa page is required for applicants who are currently in China. Visa page is required for applicants who are not in their home country.
*2. Academic Transcripts of Bachelor Degree
Academic Transcripts in languages other than Chinese or English should be translated into Chinese or English and be certified by notarization. Both original and official English translated version are required.
For applicants who haven’t graduated, pending graduation certificate and transcripts available till the application date are also acceptable. Official graduation certificate and transcripts of all grades shall be submitted timely after being received.*3. Statement of Financial Support
Certificate of your family financial situation background. You need to go to the bank to issue a deposit of your family financial situation.
You can download a template or sample from here.*4. Choose Supervisor Online and Get Accepted
Please note that it is not required to choose supervisor for following Master programs: School of Economics, MBA center and SILC Business School. The colleges will arrange soon after they register at Shanghai University.
You can download a template or sample from here.*5. Certificate of No Criminal Record
For any applicants who can not get the Certificate of No Criminal Record at home country, please sign the No criminal record Commitment with Shanghai University.
You can download a template or sample from here.*6. Selfie video
Applicants should submit a video including self-introduction and study plan in China. avi, mov, or mp4 less than 50 MB are accepted. The language of the video should be consistent with the language of the program you are applying for (English or Chinese).
*7. ID photo
The passport-size photo (one-inch, 390*570) should be taken within the last six months, bareheaded, full-faced with blue-color background; the photo is required to submit as JPG image less than 100kb.
*8. Highest Degree Certificate
Certificate in languages other than Chinese or English should be translated into Chinese or English and be certified by notarization. Both original and official English translated version are required.
For applicants who haven’t graduated, pending graduation certificate and transcripts available till the application date are also acceptable. Official graduation certificate and transcripts of all grades shall be submitted timely after being received.*9. Two Letters of Recommendation with Signature
Written in English or Chinese by two different professors or associate professors or experts from related fields.
The referee’s signature and contact information are necessary.And the date of recommendation letter should not be earlier than September,2022.*10. Research Plan(including study plan and research proposal in China)
Written in English or Chinese (according to the teaching language of the program), more than 800 words, including research achievements so far (e.g. title and abstracts of graduation thesis or published paper), reasons of choosing SHU, study and research plan, future career plan, etc.
*11. Certificate of HSK
12. Others
Applicants for art majors should provide at least two examples of artworks; Applicants of music and film academy programs should provide audios and videos related to the major.
13. Supporting Documents: Certificate of Good Conduct
Provided by your current/previous school/company in Chinese/English to improve your success rate.
You can download a template or sample from here.Tips:
For applicants who are in China: If you are an employee, you still need to provide employment separation certificate and your current residence permit. If you are a student, you need to provide transfer certificate, leaving certificate, certificate of attendance rate issued by previous school and your current residence permit. - How to Apply
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- • The content has been updated. January 17, 2022
- • The application deadline has been updated to June 30, 2021 January 19, 2021
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- • The application deadline has been updated to July 31, 2020 June 29, 2020
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·Starting Date : | Aug 25 , 2024 | |
·Duration: | 2.5 Years |
Teaching Language : | Chinese |
Application Deadline: | Jun 30 , 2024 |
Tuition : | RMB 29,000 Per Year |
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