MA in Chinese Philosophy, Religion, and Culture (CPRC)

The Renmin University of China often referred to as RUC, or colloquially Renda(Chinese: 人大; pinyin: Réndà), is a research university located in Haidian District of Beijing. RUC is classified as a Class A university under the Double First-Class University Plan and is generally considered one of the country's premier ..

The School of Philosophy, Renmin University of China, is one of the largest institutes for philosophical study in China and the world, with an international reputation for academic excellence. The School has 80 full-time faculty members, about 400 graduate students, and 300 undergraduate students. It offers courses on all aspects of philosophy.

The School of Philosophy proudly offers a two-year MA program in Chinese Philosophy, Religion, and Culture (CPRC). All courses for this program (except Chinese language) are taught in English. It offers oversea students, who are not proficient in Chinese language, a valuable opportunity to study closely Chinese philosophy, religion, and culture while living in China. This program has attracted students from all over the world, and it endeavors to create a unique environment in which diverse backgrounds and experiences will enhance rigorous academic study.

This program covers a wide range of topics on Chinese philosophy (especially Confucianism and Daoism), Chinese religion (especially Buddhism, sociology of religion, and folk religions), and Chinese culture (both ancient and contemporary). After fulfilling all the course work, the student will conduct independent study on a selected topic and write a master thesis with his or her academic supervisor. Upon completion of the program, the graduates will earn a Master Degree of philosophy, recognized by the Ministry of Education of the People’s Republic of China, and will be well prepared to pursue a PhD in Chinese philosophy or work in related fields.