☆ English-Taught Postgraduate Programs
Applicant Qualifications
Applications are open to non-Chinese citizens with reliable financial support and stability who are university graduates with a completed bachelor’s degree (transcript required) and in good health.
English Language Proficiency
Applicants must have a good command of English, with one of the following certifications: TOEFL IBT (Internet based) test score of at least 80 points, TOEFL (computer based) test score of at least 213 points, TOEFL (paper based) test score of at least 550 points, or IELTS test score of at least 6.0. This requirement does not apply to any applicant who has studied for at least two years at, or received a degree from an English speaking high school, college, or university.
Applicants with IELTS between 4.5 and 6.0 or equivalent may be admitted conditionally, and will be required to pass an Entrance Examination in English before being officially admitted.
Entrance Examination
The Entrance Examination includes both a written and oral test, usually held in May or early June. Exact examination date and place arrangements (with an option for an on-line Skype interview in special cases) will be sent out by the SISU Graduate School via email communication.
Application Deadline: May 31. (early March, April, May applications desired)
Application Materials
SISU Application Form (Degree Programs)
Diploma and academic record in original or notarized copy in English or Chinese.
Photocopy of passport.
Personal statement in English.
A summary list and abstract of each published paper, research project, or any other materials that certify your research abilities.
Two original recommendation letters from a professor or associate professor in English or Chinese.
4 passport photos (of the size: 5cm X 4cm).
Application fee: 800 RMB (or 130 USD).
TOEFL / IELTS certificate or a statement of certification from the institution awarding your most recent degree confirming that the language of instruction was in English.
In certain cases, SISU may require applicants to submit some additional materials.
Application fee is non-refundable, payable in cash or by remittance (T/T). Checks are not acceptable.