Day: June 9, 2020

Who Can Study in China?

Do you Qualify to study in China?

Did you know, Studying abroad can change the way you see the world? Study abroad programs give you the chance to go around the world as a classroom. Instead of picking information from books and the Internet, navigating a new landscape can open your eyes to a different culture, history, a new language, or your heritage. Study abroad programs also open the door to personal growth and discovery.

As you learn how to say ‘hello’ to a foreign language, make friends, eat exciting fresh food, it will surely increase your self-confidence, learn your self-reliance and expand the parameters of your safe place.

So you want to study in China but not sure what qualifications there are? Check out the following details

What are the conditions for foreigners to study in China?

  1. 1. Undergraduate – The conditions required for international students to study in China at the undergraduate studies are-  anyone under the age of twenty-five but not less than 18 years, can enter the undergraduate study. Four to 6 years of study. Applicants should be able to pay the tuition cost and also prove that they can speak Chinese or English fluently
  2. 2.Master Degree–  The conditions required for foreigners to study in China for a graduate degree: those who have passed the Chinese master’s entrance examination, or who have achieved excellent undergraduate graduation in a recognized University of higher learning, who have been approved for exemption from the examination recommended by the university, may become graduate students under the age of thirty-five. Two to three years of study.
  3. 3. Ph.D.: After the recommendation of more than two associate professors and qualified under China’s relevant institutions of higher learning assessment, under the age of 40 years, can become a doctoral student. Two to three years of study.
  4. 4. General students: with a university degree of more than two years, to study in China, under the age of thirty-five years, can be arranged for general students. The number of years of further education is one to two years.
  5. 5. Advanced students – Post Doc: university graduate and has obtained the equivalent of a master’s degree in China, or has obtained the qualification to study for a doctorate, after coming to China under the guidance of Chinese tutors, on a particular topic of further education, under the age of forty-five years, the number of years of study is generally one year.

Application materials for foreigners to study in China

  1. 1. Fill out and submit to the Committee printed “China University application form.”
  2. 2. have a valid “health certificate”
  3. 3. Copies of academic documents and transcripts and notarized English or French translations.
  4. 4. Apply for further education in the art major, in addition to providing step 1, 2 and 3 of the required materials, there should be two teachers with associate professor qualifications above the letter of recommendation. And provide the following materials:

Those who study the history of art shall submit the relevant papers; those who study music shall examine 30 minutes of vocal or instrumental playing tapes; those who study art shall submit color photographs of three works or six works; and those who further their art composers shall submit a song for examination.

  1. 5. The application of art major undergraduate students, in addition to the letter of recommendation of the teacher, is exempted, the application materials and further education students the same. Those who study the history of art submit a review or article about art and exempt them from submission.

What about your visa as a student in China?

This is an important point and there is no ambiguity about it. If you want to study in China, you apply for a study visa in your own country with the university’s Admission documents and JW202. You will not receive a one-year study visa, but a temporary entry visa that you will have to convert to a visa valid for your entire study stay within a few weeks of arrival in China. So don’t think things are going wrong if you get a temporary entry visa. The university in China usually reminds you in time that you have to convert the visa. What you need to take into account: you need a health certificate from a medical examiner for applying for your visa. It may be that, when you convert your temporary visa in China to a study visa, you have to get another health check.

5 Facts about China

  1. 1. Chinese, the most difficult language in the world? No way. It is one of the most concise languages, with which you can say a lot with few words. In addition, with nouns, you do not have to distinguish between plural or singular. The dog is always a dog, whether you have one, two or a hundred! And best of all: there are no verb conjugations. That doesn’t confess to irregular verbs, no past or present tense. Compare that to Spanish! Having is always having in Chinese, whether it’s about yourself, your classmates or your dog goes, tomorrow, today or last year. In China, the context determines everything.
  2. 2. So you learned Chinese in your home country but then you will soon find out that you do not understand everyone. There are countless of dialects in China, some of which differ so much from Mandarin that they are seen as a different language. Yet one thing remains the same in China, wherever you go, they use the same characters. For those who can read characters, it doesn’t matter if the journey goes north or south or the middle. The same characters may be pronounced in different ways, but the meaning remains the same.
  3. 3. If you can understand Chinese, you can also understand Japanese. All right, do not take this too literally, but in Japan, they use Chinese characters a lot. The pronunciation is not remotely similar to Mandarin, but the meaning is retained in Japan as well. Although there are only a few characters among a sea of Japanese writing, often these characters refer to the essence of the text. As a (student) Chinese, you can at least make an educated guess to what it’s about.
  4. 4. “Loan words” are a cause for entertainment in many languages, but most of all in Asian languages. Often attempts are made to mimic the original sound or meaning, which leads to funny results. For example, the word for cocktail is jiweijiu (鸡尾酒), literally, a cocktail drink and microphone is maikefeng (麦克风). Western food, in particular, produces fun things: in China, you can eat Pisa (pizza) with Mozilla (mozzarella), or go to the Maidanglao (McDonald’s) for a hanbao (hamburger).
  5. 5. The Chinese themselves also produce many beautiful or funny expressions, and those who learn Chinese soon have to deal with chengyu: this is a proverb or saying that consists of four characters. A lot of times there’s a whole story behind this. Like drawing the story of a snake with feet (画蛇添足, Doing something superfluous), or the old man who lost his horse (塞翁失马, being lucky in an accident). You can write an entire book about Chinese swearwords. In China, you can be made up for a weird melon, a stupid egg, or even the grandson of a turtle. Meanwhile, one of the most widely used statements in China is revered with an addition in the Oxford English dictionary: jiayou! (加油!). It literally means ‘add oil’ but is used as encouragement, like ‘’come on!’’ or ‘’you can do it!’’

Why International Students Prefer to Study Abroad China

The Rise of International Students in China

in 2019, over 500,000 International students studied in China, a figure The boom in Chinese students studying abroad continues, while more and more International Students prefer to study in China. China has become Asia’s largest destination for students from abroad. The main reason is that China is attractive to the world. So what countries and regions are these students coming from? And why are Chinese Universities becoming so popular?

China’s rapid development for nearly 40 years, educational cooperation with different countries (regions), and international organizations in the world have increased access for international students. The results we see today are a spike in the global ranking of Chinese Universities and an increasing Chinese foreign influence and competitiveness of education. According to statistics, in 2017, international students from a total of 204 countries studied in over 935 institutions of higher education in China. China is already Asia’s largest destination country to study abroad.

To understand more about the increasing reputation of Chinese institutions, we should first look at the Chinese economy in the past few decades. The issues will give a good explanation of how Chinese universities managed to attract many international students.

Economic trends in China

China has been making spectacular developments in recent decades. Economically, demographically and socially. The current rate of Innovation and efficiency was achieved through the privatization of state-owned enterprises in the 1990s, the migration of hundreds of millions of people to the city, and the structural shift of the economy to the services sector. 800 Million Chinese are in the middle-income bracket is an indication of tremendous economic power.

The economic boom brought about jobs and opportunities that are appealing to young people.

Transformation of the Chinese economy

In the late 1970s, China’s economy primarily focused on the agricultural sector, with more than 80 percent of the population – often in poverty – settled in rural areas. Now, more than 40 years later, a wave of urbanization has taken place, and a chunk of the population lives mainly in large cities. The transformation of the agricultural economy that was fully state-regulated into the current innovative, partly market-led economy had several phases.

Innovation is the backbone of the Chinese economy with government support and favorable policies. Young people thrive in such an environment.

Exports and production stimulate growth.

When the Chinese government changed course in 1978, the Chinese economy was not in good terms. More than 70% of the population was employed in the agricultural sector, contributing only a third to GDP. A significant reform of the economy was the solution: the borders opened to foreign trade, and the production sector grew.

Because the industry was much more productive than agriculture, exports and production became the biggest driver of Chinese economic growth. In the mid-1980s, foreign investment was also allowed. Investment focused on the further development of infrastructure and industry. The big tipping point for the Chinese economy came in the 1990s with the privatization of a large number of state-owned enterprises.

International students who are interested in logistics, international trade, e-commerce, etc., have a considerable interest in studying in China. It is easy to get Internships in these areas to build their CVs.

Shanghai becomes an international financial hub.

In the past years, the foundations were laid for today’s innovative China. Thanks to the privatization battle, public spending fell sharply, and further investment made in the development of the service and production sectors. Partly because of its convenient location on the bank of the Yangtze River, Shanghai experienced enormous growth in the 1990s.

The development of the production and service sectors led to an increasing increase in the population working in these sectors. Between 1990 and 2000, the population in Shanghai grew by 6 million people, and the city gained the status of an international financial hub in those years.

Beijing and Shanghai have so far become the hottest destinations to study in China.

Integrating high-tech into production and services

Today, China is not only the world’s largest producer in sectors such as textiles, chemicals, cement, and steel but also contributes to the significant exports of industries such as electronics, shipbuilding, and automobiles. Recently, China’s high-tech production has even overtaken that of the United States on multiple fronts. China’s goal is to integrate the innovative high-tech industry into more traditional sectors to create a more qualitative growth potential.

Also, the investment flows – both from abroad to China and vice versa – are among the largest worldwide. Partly because of this, the service industry has been able to grow into China’s leading sector from 2011, which now employs almost half of the population.

Focus on Innovation and entrepreneurship

The focus on Innovation and entrepreneurship leads to opportunities for companies and startups – especially in Shanghai and its surroundings where you have special ‘High-Tech Development Zones.’ That is the reason why there are so many gems in China – including Ant Financial, NIO, RED (Xiaohongshu), and United Imaging Healthcare.

The Chinese government is pushing for a reform of the economy. The economy focuses more on innovative production rather than mass production, and on domestic consumption (the Made in China 2025 policy).

Quality Educational System

Since China has become so strong economically in the past few decades, the Chinese education saw a massive investment and capacity building. China increased its budget for education, and this leads to an enormous advance in world rankings when it looked at top universities in the world. Not only because of the economy but also because of the internationalization of Chinese Education. Many foreigners are interested in studying in China due to the high quality of education, and the appealing experience that these students can have in China. Check out the reasons why most students prefer to study their master degree in China

Chinese science policy is paying off

For the first time, two Chinese universities are in the Shanghai Ranking, an annual academic world ranking of best university institutions.

Tsinghua University in Beijing ranked at 23, Peking University at 24. A few years ago, the rise of Chinese science as reported by a special edition of the journal Nature on ‘Science in China.’ The figures from this publication speak volumes: China has more researchers than the United States and invests more in research and Innovation than the European Union.

So it was only a matter of time before investment in Chinese science would become visible in rankings such as the Shanghai Ranking. Although the list is compiled in Shanghai, this is done independently of universities and government institutions. Note that Chinese universities have not been in this top 100 before 2016—the same ranking reflected in the Timer Higher Education Ranking and QS World University ranking tables.

What are the best universities in China?

China is home to most of the best universities in Asia. Essentially, their universities are great and excellent. The best universities in China, however, are Tsinghua University, Peking University, Fudan University, and Sichuan University. Check the table below for more information on Chinese University ranking.

What are the best research universities in China?

When it comes to research, China is exceptional because it continuously crosses the boundaries of creativity. Today, a large number of innovations come from China, which is a testament to their fast growth. So, the best research universities in China are Zhejiang University, Nanjing University, and Shanghai Jiao Tong University.

What are the best foreign language universities in China?

The primary language spoken in China is Chinese, but some causes are taught in English and other languages. The liberal art courses feature foreign languages like German, Arabic, French, English, and many others. For this reason, some universities in China allow students who can speak specific foreign languages such as English. Above all, the best foreign language universities in China are Tsinghua University, Sichuan University, the Harbin Institute of Technology, and the University of Hong Kong.

Top universities in China 2020

Click on each institution to see its full World University Rankings 2020 results

China Rank 2020  World University Rank 2020  University Province/Area
1  23 Tsinghua University Beijing
2  24 Peking University Beijing
3  =80 University of Science and Technology of China Anhui
4  =107 Zhejiang University Zhejiang
5  109 Fudan University Shanghai
6  =144 Nanjing University Jiangsu
7  =157 Shanghai Jiao Tong University Shanghai
8  251–300 Sun Yat-sen University Guangdong
=9  301–350 Beijing Normal University Beijing
=9  301–350 Huazhong University of Science and Technology Hubei
=9  301–350 Southern University of Science and Technology (SUSTech) Guangdong
=12  351–400 Nankai University Tianjin
=12  351–400 Wuhan University Hubei
=14  401–500 Central South University Hunan
=14  401–500 Harbin Institute of Technology Heilongjiang
=14  401–500 Hunan University Hunan
=14  401–500 Tongji University Shanghai
=18  501–600 Beihang University Beijing
=18  501–600 East China Normal University Shanghai
=18  501–600 Renmin University of China Beijing
=18  501–600 Shenzhen University Guangdong
=18  501–600 Soochow University Jiangsu
=18  501–600 South China University of Technology Guangdong
=18  501–600 Southeast University Jiangsu
=18  501–600 Tianjin University Tianjin
=18  501–600 Xiamen University Fujian
=18  501–600 Xi’an Jiaotong University Shaanxi
=28  601–800 Beijing Institute of Technology Beijing
=28  601–800 China Agricultural University Beijing
=28  601–800 China University of Petroleum, Beijing Beijing
=28  601–800 Dalian University of Technology Liaoning
=28  601–800 East China University of Science and Technology Shanghai
=28  601–800 University of Electronic Science and Technology of China Sichuan
=28  601–800 Huazhong Agricultural University Hubei
=28  601–800 University of International Business and Economics Beijing
=28  601–800 Jiangsu Normal University Jiangsu
=28  601–800 Nanjing University of Information Science and Technology Jiangsu
=28  601–800 Nanjing Medical University Jiangsu
=28  601–800 Nanjing Normal University Jiangsu
=28  601–800 Northwestern Polytechnical University Shaanxi
=28  601–800 Shandong University Shandong
=28  601–800 Sichuan University Sichuan
=43  801–1000 Beijing Jiaotong University Beijing
=43  801–1000 Capital Medical University Beijing
=43  801–1000 China University of Geosciences, Beijing Beijing
=43  801–1000 China University of Geosciences, Wuhan Hubei
=43  801–1000 China University of Mining and Technology Beijing
=43  801–1000 China Pharmaceutical University Jiangsu
=43  801–1000 Chongqing University Chongqing
=43  801–1000 Fuzhou University Fuzhou
=43  801–1000 Guangdong University of Technology Guangdong
=43  801–1000 Jiangsu University Jiangsu
=43  801–1000 Jilin University Jilin
=43  801–1000 Jinan University Guangdong
=43  801–1000 Nanjing Agricultural University Jiangsu
=43  801–1000 Nanjing Tech University Jiangsu
=43  801–1000 Northeastern University Liaoning
=43  801–1000 Northeast Normal University Jilin
=43  801–1000 Northwest University Shaanxi
=43  801–1000 NorthWest A&F University Shaanxi
=43  801–1000 University of Science and Technology Beijing Beijing
=43  801–1000 Shanghai University Jiangsu
=43  801–1000 Shanghai University of Finance and Economics (SUFE) Shanghai
=43  801–1000 Shanghai Maritime University Shanghai
=43  801–1000 Shantou University Guangdong
=43  801–1000 Southwestern University of Finance and Economics Sichuan
=43  801–1000 Wuhan University of Technology Hubei
=43  801–1000 Xiangtan University Hunan
=43  801–1000 Xidian University Shaanxi
=43  801–1000 Yangzhou University Jiangsu
=71  1001+ Guangxi University Guangxi
=71  1001+ Huaqiao University Fujian
=71  1001+ Nanjing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics Nanjing
=71  1001+ North China Electric Power University Beijing
=71  1001+ Ocean University of China Shangdong
=71  1001+ University of South China Hunan
=71  1001+ Southern Medical University Baiyun District
=71  1001+ Southwest Jiaotong University Sichuan
=71  1001+ Wenzhou Medical University Wenzhou
=71  1001+ Yanshan University Hebei
=71  1001+ Zhejiang University of Technology Zhejiang

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Higher Education in China

More about Higher Education Institutions in China

 

Let’s start with innovation and how it has become an integral part of Chinese Education. Innovation helps countries to develop new products and tackle social issues such as healthcare and climate change. It is, therefore, essential to note that a country’s ability to innovate rests with its education system. An adequately educated workforce is critical to improving technological capacity, healthcare and laboratory breakthroughs, and other scientific discoveries.

The concept of quality education is now part of Chinese Education as the government keeps pushing the Economy up the value chain.

Importance of Education in China

The Chinese education system plays a central role in the lives of the Chinese to the most crucial step, the first time Gao Kao (the entrance exam for the best and most famous universities). In some way, it already determines the career and fate of Chinese students. Obtaining a master’s or bachelor’s degree from a prestigious university makes it easier to find a higher-level job. Since Chinese students are under intense pressure from the beginning of their academic career, it’s no wonder they’ve developed high resistance to stress and competition. Every semester, month and week, exams and tests were taken, and students assessed with a points system predict their final performance. The higher the score, the better the student, if he/she can keep getting top results, the higher the chances of him/her being able to go to a prestigious high school and university.

 

The Cultural Revolution in China – Impact on Chinese Education

You may have heard of this important aspect of Chinese History in 1966. The goal of the Cultural Revolution is to create a Chinese Educational System with unique local characteristics. It means that the content of courses and programs get designed to fix specific Chinese problems—the specifics targeted at Agriculture, Engineering, and Science. Several Humanities and Social sciences were dropped, especially courses that require students to study the Western World. Students will study deeply about local politics, ideologies, and issues that face China.

Since the opening-up policy, China started a hybrid educational system combining western and authentic Chinese Studies.
Till now, the desire to build an education system that fits China’s modern economic need has never ceased. It is why you see characteristics of the contemporary Chinese higher education system being a combination of western curriculum combined with political ideologies.

Characteristics of Chinese Education

Education in China is a state-run system of public education that is managed by the Ministry of Education. All citizens must go to school for at least nine years, known as the nine years of compulsory schooling, which is funded by the government. Compulsory education includes six years of primary education, starting at the age of six or seven, and three years of secondary education (junior secondary school) for children aged 12 to 15. Some counties may have five years of elementary school, but four years before junior high school. After junior high school, there are three years of senior high school, which then completes secondary school.

The Department of Education reported a 99 percent turnout rate for elementary school and an 80 percent rate for both primary and secondary schools. In 1985, the government abolished taxpayer-funded higher education, requiring the university’s applicants to compete for scholarships based on academic competence. In the early 1980s, the government allowed the creation of the first private higher education institution, increasing the number of students and people who hold doctoral degrees fivefold from 1995 to 2005.

The Statistics on Education in China

In 2003, central and local governments in China supported 1,552 higher education institutions (colleges and universities) and their 725,000 professors and 11 million students (see List of universities in China). There are more than 100 essential national universities – including Peking University and Tsinghua University – that are considered an elite group of Chinese universities. Chinese spending has grown by 20% a year since 1999, now reaching more than $100 billion, and as many as 1.5 million science and engineering students graduated from Chinese universities in 2006. China published 184,080 newspapers as of 2008.

International Students Prefer to Study in China

China also is the top destination for international students. As of 2013, China is the most popular country in Asia for international students, and in third place overall between countries. As for 2018, the country has the world’s second-highest number of top universities.

Laws governing the system of education under the regulation on academic degrees are:- the Compulsory Education Act, the Teachers Act, education, the Law on Vocational Education, and the Higher Education Act. See also: Law of the People’s Republic of China.

Although Shanghai and Hong Kong are among the top performers in the Program for International Student Assessment, the education system in China has been criticized for its strictness and its emphasis on preparing the trial.

Higher Education in China

By the end of 2004, China had 2,236 Higher Learning schools, with more than 20 million students; the gross rate of enrolment in higher education schools reaches 19 percent. Postgraduate education is the fastest growing sector, with 24.1 percent more students recruited and 25.9 percent more researchers than a year earlier. This enrollment growth indicates that China has entered the stage of accessible education. The UNESCO report on world higher education in June 2003 pointed out that the student population of Chinese higher education schools doubled in a short time, and was the largest in the world.

Many industrial multiversities and specialized colleges have been established. Strengthening several incomplete topics and developing new specialties. Some of the latest programs are automation, nuclear energy, energy sources, oceanography, nuclear physics, computer science, polymer chemistry, polymer physics, radiochemistry, physical chemistry, and biophysics. A project to create 100 world-class universities began in 1993, with 708 higher education schools merged into 302 universities. Combining higher education schools has produced far-reaching reform of higher education management, optimizing the educational allocation of resources, and further improving the quality of education and school standards. More than 30 universities have received help from a national fund to support their reach of the world’s elite class.

Between 1999 and 2003, enrollment in higher education increased from 1,600,000 to 3,820,000. In 2004, the total enrolment in ordinary higher education schools was 4,473,000, which is 651,000 more than in 2003. Higher education schools and research institutions enrolled 326,000 postgraduate students, 57,000 more than the previous year. In 2010 China expected 6.3 million students to graduate from college or university, with a 63% chance of working.

The contribution to China’s economic build-up and social development through higher education research is becoming increasingly evident. By strengthening the collaboration between their production, education, and research, higher education schools are accelerating the process of converting sci-tech research results into products, which give rise to many new and hi-tech companies and essential innovations. Forty-three national university sci-tech parks have been started or approved, some of which are important bases for commercializing research.

Chinese Universities

Generally speaking, all Chinese universities are multidisciplinary, but they are known for specific directions. Fudan University is very well recognized for their modern languages and political training, while if a company is looking for a highly educated engineer, you should consider candidates from Shanghai Jiaotong University and the Chinese University of Science and Technology.

Most Chinese universities organize higher master’s degree Programs targeted at those who already graduated from masters. You will see programs such as Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA), M.A., and M.Sc. It is not uncommon to find a senior executive in these programs. The reason is that these people want a master’s degree that can take them further into their careers and sometimes provide more credibility to their employer and future partners.

Remember that each university has its own rules related to admission, but if you are applying for an English-language program, a copy of your TOEFL or IELTS diploma is generally required. In contrast, if you are applying for a course in Chinese, you must have an HSK certificate to demonstrate your Chinese language level. In general, letters of recommendation are also very welcome.

Programs offered by Chinese Universities

Chinese Universities offers several programs and courses in various sectors. From undergraduate programs to postgraduate and technical certificate courses, there are several opportunities to explore. You will now find

 

Recent Years and Future of Chinese Education

In recent years, the Chinese government lays a primary emphasis on vocational and technical education. Chinese undergraduate Students are encouraged to take an additional vocational certificate in technical areas before graduation. As it is at an early stage, more universities will soon join to implement the policy.

China has invested in higher education by boosting capacity and building modern higher educational institutions. The China you see today was built on technical skills and raw talents produced by universities in various cities and provinces. We can conclude that skilled professional talents are essential to building economies.

The Future looks excellent for education in China, and we will see more Chinese characteristics introduced into the curriculum. But as more and more Chinese students go abroad to study, the impact is yet to be seen. With changes in the world economy and the rise of China, Future students will not crave for western education. International students will continue to study in China as long as the Chinese Economy remains attractive.

Internationalization of Chinese Education

Chinese educational system continues to gain popularity internationally. Students from abroad no more come to learn only Chinese. They also join degree programs in various fields like Engineering, Law, Economics, International Trade, Politics, and several others.

Chinese Universities partner with their international counterparts to develop programs and exchanges. It is a strategy to expose them to the Western curriculum, which has become a minor aspect of Chinese Education. Scholarships are also now available to entice international students to study in China.

More and more Chinese Universities are offering English taught Master’s Degree and Bachelor’s Programs. It has made it easier for international students to study in China.

 

Fun Facts – The Standard Chinese Language (Mandarin)

Chinese usually means Standard Mandarin. This is the official language of the People’s Republic of China, of Taiwan, and one of the official languages ​​of Singapore. The language is understood by about 70% of the residents of the Chinese People’s Republic. Besides, almost every province has its dialect. Furthermore, all ethics, except the Hui ethic, have their language.

Standard Chinese also called simplified Chinese, has not been around for very long. In the twentieth century, the Chinese government wanted a standard language for the entire country. That is why it was decided to take the dialect of the capital as a starting point. Since 1958, standard Mandarin has been promoted as a spoken language for all of China through schools and radio.

The simplification of Chinese characters is also continuing. The simplified Romanization or phonetic transcription of the Chinese characters, the so-called Hanyu-Pinyin spelling, was officially accepted on January 1, 1979.

 

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Best Universities to Study in China

 The best Universities in China for International Students

The best universities in China have become one of the top-ranked on the global stage. While Chinese students are studying abroad, more and more foreigners are coming to study in China. Every year, over 500,000 International students study in China. The most popular source of International students in China is Australia, USA, Thailand, South Korea, and many more. According to the reports, 11.2 percent of Australian students choose to study in China, making China the top destination for Australian students studying abroad. It is an indication of the growing partnership between Australian and Chinese universities, and the same could is true of other countries. But what makes Chinese universities so appealing for international students?

Chinese Universities are becoming popular and reputable among international universities. Their ranks are surging, and they support their students on their career journey. It is also evident that China presents so many opportunities for international students, from entrepreneurship to jobs.

So are you considering studying in China?  This article will tell you more about the best universities in China.

Why International Students Choose China

China’s ministry of education has released statistics on overseas students coming to China in 2018. According to statistics, in 2018, 492,185 international students from 196 countries and regions studied in 1,004 institutions of higher learning in 31 provinces, autonomous territories, and municipalities directly under the central government.

South Korea topped the list with 50,600 students, according to the data. The main reason for this is that the economic, cultural, and political exchanges between China and South Korea are quite close. Due to historical reasons, the Korean people have a stronger sense of identity with Chinese culture.

The number of Chinese learners in Russia has grown tremendously over the past decade, from 17,000 in 2007 to 56,000 in 2017. According to a statement by Russia’s deputy minister of education and science, the Russian college entrance examination will include Chinese as an optional foreign language subject. The number of Russians studying in China to exceed 100,000 by 2020.

Meanwhile, students from Thailand, Pakistan, the United States, India, Japan, Indonesia, Kazakhstan, and Laos are increasingly studying in China. let’s start from the top-

1. Tsinghua University

Located in the northwestern part of Beijing, Tsinghua University is surrounded by many historical sites. The university, founded in 1911, began to function adequately in 1928. Tsinghua University has a high level of interaction between Western culture and ancient traditions. Since China developed as a nation, Tsinghua University has grown at a very rapid pace. Currently, there are more than 20 schools with 59 departments, ranging from Engineering, law, education to philosophy, and art.

Tsinghua’s motto: ‘Self-discipline and social involvement’ and the spirit of ‘Actions speak louder than words’ remains the driving force behind innovation in this school. Indeed, they have replicated this model in every part of the institution, and they have seen growth.

As one of China’s most prestigious and influential universities, Tsinghua exists to cultivate the right habits among global citizens who will thrive in today’s world and become tomorrow’s leaders. By pursuing education and research at the highest level of excellence, Tsinghua develops innovative solutions that help solve pressing problems in China and the world.

 

2. Peking University

Peking University is a prestigious international and national university. And the campus, known as “Yan Yuan” and Yan Garden, is located in the Haidian District in Beijing’s western suburbs. This university prides itself on its exceptional teachers and trainers, including 48 members of the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS), nine members of the Chinese Academy of Engineering (CAE), and 21 members of the Third World Academy of Sciences (TWAS).

Beijing has effectively combined research into important scientific topics with exceptional management training. To that extent, a high level of specialized knowledge and professional skills is taught and practiced by them. The whole goal is not only to improve education and research but also to promote interaction and mutual promotion between different disciplines. That is why Peking University has become an education and research center and a new type of university, which includes various branches of learning.

Students in Beijing are trained in leading innovations related to better educational practices in the country. Currently, Peking University’s acceptance rate for international students is 29%. It is expected to fall due to competition for fewer places. That’s why Beijing will remain one of the best cities for international students to study in 2020.

 

3. Shanghai Jiao Tong University

Shanghai Jiao Tong University (SJTU) is a higher education institution that enjoys a renowned reputation in China. It is located in the heart of Shanghai offering Bachelor’s, Master’s Degrees, and Ph.D. Programs. They currently belong to the top research-oriented and internationalized universities throughout China. SJTU has more than 30 departments, 31 research institutes, 13 affiliated hospitals, and six directly affiliated companies. In these departments and schools, there are more than 16,000 students and 30,000 students.

The faculty team consists of a large number of prestigious prize winners in different fields. Because of their hard work and tremendous work rate, SJTU enjoys a high level of scientific and technological innovation.

In 2017, the number of SCI articles cited from Shanghai Jiaotong University. Article reviews peaked with the total number of 6,912, including 3,255 outstanding international papers and 4,659 excellent domestic papers, topping Chinese universities. Because of the fantastic results this school has, they have become an educational destination for both local and international students.

4. Zhejiang University

Founded in 1897, Zhejiang University is based in Hangzhou, the capital of Zhejiang Province. There are more than 37 colleges and schools in this university, in addition to more than 600,000 alumni members. Currently, the enrollment rates are 54,641, with the student’s population of 25,454 and 7,074 international students.

One good thing about this school is 57.6% of men in school against 42.4% of women. This does indeed show that more and more women are doing a study in this modern era. Also, students from more than 140 countries follow school programs with more than 14% from low-income homes.

In Zhejiang, seven campuses are on more than 1,450 hectares of land. Moreover, there are five libraries from which students can gain knowledge about necessary things. A great way to build communities is to make sure student unions hold out. That’s why there are more than 150 student associations in this school.

In 2018, Zhejiang University funded research coordination of up to 4 billion yen. The result is prominent in more than 140 companies that have created them. In short, Zhejiang University’s acceptance rate is 27%, as they remain one of the best universities in China for international students.

 

5. Fudan University

Fudan University started as a high school before eventually becoming a university. This school adheres to the spirit of patriotism, solidarity, sacrifice, and service. For this reason, they are distinguished among their peers.

There are currently 13,623 undergraduate students in Fudan in addition to 22,617 graduate students and 3,672 international students. Moreover, there are 17 affiliated hospitals on their campus with several nearly 2,439,100 square feet.

Fudan wholeheartedly believes in research and education that forms the basis of the Centre for Faculty Development, Centre for General Education, Humanities and Social Sciences and Science, Engineering, and Medicine. Above all, Fudan has an excellent campus environment, so it is one of the best universities in China for students.

6. Sichuan University

Sichuan University is one of China’s best universities under the Ministry of Education. This university is located in the famous cultural city of Sichuan Province: Chengdu. And it has three campuses covering 470 acres of land. The campus environment makes learning very easy and enjoyable and also stimulates sporting activities.

Sichuan has more than 12 types of studies, including; engineering, humanities, science, economics, and law. It also has 34 colleges, a postgraduate college, and an overseas education university.

Throughout its history of education, Sichuan has a rich cultural heritage that stands on a reliable basis. The new management mechanism they have makes it possible for teachers to carry out educational activities while the students act as the center of education.

To date, Sichuan University strives for quality education through an integrated multidisciplinary approach. The student body in this institution has more than 3,400 students who are an expression of an accommodating surrounding culture.

In research, Sichuan has shown great courage, which has also increased the number of laboratories and engineering centers. The university libraries have a collection of more than 6.65 million books, and the Humanities Museum houses more than 85,000 objects.

Currently, Sichuan University’s acceptance rate is 25% for international students, and the number is likely to fall.

Other universities

Of course, many excellent universities in China are also becoming more popular for international students these years. Above are some of the highest-ranked universities in China. And they are increasing in the rank of top universities of the world every year. One reason why Chinese institutions are becoming so popular is because of their internationalization. Many Chinese universities have adapted standardized curriculum, which makes it more appealing for international students to study these universities. Also, China’s economy is rapidly advancing, which results in a bigger budget for Chinese education.

China University Ranking Table

Global Ranking

China Ranking

Name of the University
23 1 Tsinghua University
24 2 Peking University
=80 3 University of Science and Technology of China
=107 4 Zhejiang University
109 5 Fudan University
=144 6 Nanjing University
=157 7 Shanghai Jiao Tong University
251–300 8 Sun Yat-sen University
301–350 9 Beijing Normal University
301–350 10 Huazhong University of Science and Technology
301–350 11 Southern University of Science and Technology (SUSTech)
351–400 12 Nankai University
351–400 13 Wuhan University
401–500 14 Central South University
401–500 15 Harbin Institute of Technology
401–500 16 Hunan University
401–500 17 Tongji University
501–600 18 Beihang University
501–600 19 East China Normal University
501–600 20 Renmin University of China
501–600 21 Shenzhen University
501–600 22 Soochow University
501–600 23 South China University of Technology
501–600 24 Southeast University
501–600 25 Tianjin University

 

Do you want to study in China?

The opportunities, the culture, the people, the jobs, the quality education, and the vibrant economy indicated that China is second to none destination to study abroad.

China Scholar will help you secure admission to Chinese Universities for your study in China. With over a decade of experience, we are the most extensive student mobility program in China, covering all aspects of what you need. We also support you through your stay in China, offering comprehensive packages. Aside from getting a professional admission process, we encourage you through Career Development, Internship programs, study success, and job introduction. While in China, you will get full access to our community of entrepreneurship programs, career events, and Senior coaches.

How to Choose A Master Degree Program in China

A Guide to choosing a Suitable  Master Degree Program

As you decide to study for a master’s degree in China, there are few options to consider. You either select an MBA, Mphil, MSc, or MA, but the decision could be confusing. The difficulty is complicated further when selecting courses and programs. You may decide to study Engineering, Finance, Other related courses, Computer Science, law, Economics, Medicine, and so much more. You will need to consider the following

  • The Best University Offering the program and Course
  • The specialization or area you are seeking
  • How long do you want to study?
  • The impact of all the decisions above on your career

To find the right master’s degree program, follow the steps below.

 

How do you choose a study abroad program?

1: Know yourself

Understanding your future goals and ambitions is relevant to selecting the right Master’s Degree Program. Your future career goals should fit into the study plans and internship strategies. That’s why at China Scholar, the first step to starting admission for our clients is to take them through self-reflection.

What do you like to do? What are you good at? Put your strengths and weaknesses in a row. Also, make a list of your interests, qualities, talents, and skills. Talk about it with people who know you well. Nail this process well, and you will enjoy your master’s degree abroad.

2: Your ideal study

What are the requirements of a study? What do you expect from it? Draw up a list of criteria. Think of things like content, forms of lessons, level, career opportunities, atmosphere, and location. What matters to you?

You must choose a subject or course combinations you enjoy and puts you on the path to achieving your goals in step 1 above. See some guides below

  • Think about the pattern of what you enjoy doing daily. It is a great indicator
  • Get information from job portals and visit open days and career events to interact with Human Resource Experts
  • Put your Career Goals into perspective. What are the qualifications to achieve them? Then use information gathered as a guide to select a course
  • Review Subject guides online to see what to expect
  • Then search for Courses on our website to view available opportunities. There are over 10,000 courses, but we have provided the tools to help you filter through.

Chinese Universities offering master degrees offer specialized classes from the first day in Class. But you have the option to swap programs or courses after the first semester.

3: Select a Chinese University

It is vital to make the right decisions when it comes to selecting the right university. Some factors to consider are – The reputation of the University, how they are integrated into the corporate world, Courses and Programs they are known for, and International raking.  Globally, International universities will do anything to increase their enrollment figures. But its the student’s role in ensuring these universities have the right connections and will transform you. International Students should emphasize Universities that are known industry-wide for consistency in quality of education and academic support.

4: Explore the possibilities

Collect all the information you can find. Check out the Internet, read brochures, go to open days or information meetings, and speak to study advisors. Aren’t you ready to go to college yet? Take a look at other possibilities or visit an open day.

5: Compare the courses

Compare the courses that fit your interests, abilities, and wishes. Check out multiple studies thoroughly. Participating in orientation days is a must!

6: What are the Career Implications?

With a Masters Degree Certificate, you are inevitably entering a job market where there are high competition and requirements. You should, therefore, be concerned about the Course that meets the needs of your future career. While studying, we encourage students to take advantage of China’s booming sectors and interns. These experiences prove consistency in your resume.

5: Make a decision

Above all, check which Course is best suited to you at the moment. That may change later, but this doesn’t have to be an absolute decision. During your master degree studies, you will learn to analyze, argue, report, and present at an academic level. You take this knowledge with you later in your life, wherever you end up.

A decision usually comes quickly if you have enough information about yourself and the possibilities. If it makes you happy and energetic, it’s usually the right choice. Doesn’t that happen, or do you keep doubting? Take more time. First, a year of work or travel often provides new insights.

Whatever you do, make sure it’s your own choice.

Mobile phone Analogy

Compare choosing a study for selecting a mobile phone. Your mobile gets broken, and you have decided to buy a new one. You don’t buy a new phone every month, so you want to choose a good one. It’s not cheap either, so you want to spend your money wisely. How do you pick a mobile phone? You probably have a few wishes that your cell phone has to meet. But how do you know that this phone meets these requirements? How do you know if the quality is excellent, and which operating system suits you best? If you don’t have this information, it’s hard to make a choice.

Brand Comparison

Then you might look more at the look and brand of the phone, but that doesn’t say anything about what you can do with the phone. If you take your mobile phone home this way, you won’t know if the phone meets your needs until you install and download everything, and you start working with it. But yes, if you find out it’s not the right phone, after all, you will still need to use it for a while.

Gathering information

Then how do you get much-needed information? For example, you ask for help from sellers who know mobile phones, and you start reading reviews on the Internet. You can also ask people around you if they have any tips and know which phone meets your needs. In short: If you have no knowledge about mobile phones and you want to buy one, then you are going to seek help from people who do have experience with this and have substantive expertise in your own hands. Now, of course, buying a phone is different than choosing a study. But you can also use this strategy here. You don’t want to find out during the study that it’s not the study you wanted, right?

Conclusion

In conclusion, choosing a master’s degree is an important decision to make for your Graduate Program.  You should not ignore the fact that selecting the right University is equally essential. Opt for Universities with a solid reputation in teaching and training students in your field. Global rankings, faculty ration, and connection to the industry are good indicators.

China Scholar will help you secure admission to top Chinese Universities for your Master’s Degree Program. We also support you through your stay in China, offering comprehensive packages. Aside from getting a professional admission process, we encourage you through Career Development, Internship programs, study success, and job introduction. While in China, you will get full access to our community of entrepreneurship programs, career events, and Senior coaches.