Entry Requirements
To be eligible, applicants should be non-Chinese citizens with a valid ordinary-type passport, and in good health;
According to the regulations of the Ministry of Education of China, those who immigrated to other countries from the Mainland China, Hong Kong, Macao or Taiwan and applying to study in Shanghai University as international students, should meet the following additional requirements: the applicants must hold valid passport or other relevant international recognized documents for at least 4 years; meanwhile, in the latest 4 years (by each April 30th of the year of University registration), the applicants must have lived overseas for 2 years (Living overseas for 9 months can be converted to 1 year, which is subject to the exit-entry stamp on visa.)
Language Proficiency Certificate
IELTS (A) 6.0 or TOEFL IBT 80 or above received within the recent two years.
TOEFL or IELTS Exemptions
The following types of applicants are exempt from taking the TOEFL or IELTS:
Native speakers of English;
The previous degree is fully taught in English.
Academic Requirement
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 2020.
Accepted by a prospective professor at Shanghai University
The academic proficiency will be evaluated by the 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.
Choosing ReasonsMORE
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Reasons from i**********************
life at the university of shanghai i hear is one of the best for international students and after schooolthe ability to succeed outside is always high thats why i chose the univversity
- 4 months ago
- Name:if*********************
- From:Nigeria
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I have followed classes at SHU during my exchange year, I am familiar with the campus. I have just returned from Shanghai and would really like to extend my comprehension of International Trade but on the scale of the Chinese market. Plus, I have appreciated the level and the pedagogy of the Chinese language classes.
- 1 Year ago
- Name:Lu**********
- From:Netherlands
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Reasons from N****************************
My friend had recommended me this university because its one of the best in shanghai.
- 1 Year ago
- Name:Na***************************
- From:Namibia
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TO LEARN IN A DIVERSIFIED UNIVERSITY ENVIRONMENT WHERE I CAN IMPROVE PERSONALLY, PROFESSIONALLY AND BUILD INTERNATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS WHICH IS VITAL FOR MY INTENDED MASTERS COURSE IN INTERNATIONAL TRADE.
- 1 Year ago
- Name:KA**********
- From:Ghana
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Reasons from M*************************
Because is the university among others that lectures in English. The best university in the field that I want to pursue
- 1 Year ago
- Name:Mo************************
- From:Lesotho
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Special Requirements
Online Interview Before Being Accepted: RequiredYou 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
Graduate program brief introduction
Shanghai University (SHU) is an international comprehensive university located in one of the world’s most international metropolis. Each year we admit students from more than 70 countries making the university a rich and diverse learning environment.Shanghai University (SHU) offer a wide range of graduate programs to international students including 84 master programs and 29 doctoral programs in 27 different departments. Mode of study for the master programs is 2-3 years (full-time).
Teaching Objective
The graduate students are expected to do the following: to learn Economics, Econometrics, International Economics, International Trade and Practices, and Law of International Trade, to know the actual conditions of China, especially for the development of economy under the policy of reform and opening to the outside world, to understand the international trade of China, especially for the economic trade growth between the countries or districts of the overseas students and China.
After learning the professional knowledge, the graduate students are also required to lay a solid foundation on basic theories and required specialized knowledge, to be able to conduct scientific research to a certain degree , to apply and embody them in his/her dissertation and future work.
Program structure
Education Plan
Academic hours
Credits
Terms for Course opening
Brief Introduction to China
30
2
3
Chinese Reforms and Opening
30
30
1
Chinese Language
240
6
1,2,3
Micro Economics
50
5
1
Macro Economics
50
5
2
Econometrics
40
4
2
International Finances
30
3
2
Theory and Policy of International Trade
30
3
3
International Marketing
30
3
3
Chinese Foreign Trade
30
3
4
Service Economics and Trade
40
4
4
International Business Environment and Operations
40
3
2
International Trade case research
30
3
4
Thesis Writing and Defense
5-9
TotTotal Credits of compulsory Courses for Degree: 47
Core of Courses: International Trade is a basic course for the students in international business. Its purpose is to help the students to get the knowledge of the basic trade theories and the relevant government policies. The subject is divided into two parts: the basic international trade theories and then the relevant government policies.
1st semester, September to November
2nd semester, December to January
3rd semester, March to JuneSchool of Economics
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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;
According to the regulations of the Ministry of Education of China, those who immigrated to other countries from the Mainland China, Hong Kong, Macao or Taiwan and applying to study in Shanghai University as international students, should meet the following additional requirements: the applicants must hold valid passport or other relevant international recognized documents for at least 4 years; meanwhile, in the latest 4 years (by each April 30th of the year of University registration), the applicants must have lived overseas for 2 years (Living overseas for 9 months can be converted to 1 year, which is subject to the exit-entry stamp on visa.)
Language Proficiency Certificate
IELTS (A) 6.0 or TOEFL IBT 80 or above received within the recent two years.
TOEFL or IELTS Exemptions
The following types of applicants are exempt from taking the TOEFL or IELTS:
Native speakers of English;
The previous degree is fully taught in English.
Academic Requirement
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 2020.
Accepted by a prospective professor at Shanghai University
The academic proficiency will be evaluated by the 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. -
Fee Structure
Tuition Fee Master RMB 36,250 per year
RMB 90,625 in total (About $ 16,615)Accommodation Fee International Student Dormitory Double Room RMB 70 Quad room RMB 35 Single Room RMB 140 International Student Dormitory Double Room RMB 70 Quad room RMB 35 Single Room RMB 140 Shenyuan International Apartments in the east side: (for self-paid students only) Double Room RMB 70 Quad room RMB 35 Single Room RMB 140 International Student Dormitory Double Room RMB 70 Quad room RMB 35 Single Room RMB 140 Other Fees Application Fee USD 95 Service Fee USD 50 Living Expense RMB 400 to RMB 3,000 - Application Materials
1. Statement of Financial Support
You can download a template or sample from here.2. Supervisor Acceptance Letter
Applicants must choose supervisor online and get accepted or the acceptance letter with signature and then upload online. Any fake or forgery signature will lead to disqualification of scholarship and enrolment. (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.3. Selfie video
A video including self-introduction and study plan in China shot by the applicants. (within 50M, avi, mov, mp4 all accepted) The language of the video is up to the medium of instruction in the selected major(English or Chinese).
4. Photocopy of valid 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 not in their home country.5. Passport photo
Recent bareheaded (within six months), full-face, blue-color background, one-inch certificate photo (390*570), instead of landscape photos or photos of daily life; in JPG format, less than 100K.
6. 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.
7. Certificate of Bachelor degree
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.
8. English proficiency certificate
9. Two Letters of Recommendation with Signature
Written in English or Chinese by two different professors or associate professors from previous academic institutions, or work supervisors, etc. The referee’s signature and contact information are necessary.
10. Study Plan or 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. 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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