Master in China Studies

The Shanghai International Studies University specializes in languages, literary studies, comparative culture, and diplomatic studies. It is one of the top eight foreign studies universities in China. It is a Chinese Ministry of Education Double First-Class Discipline University, with Double First-Class status in certain disciplines.SISU is one of the earlie..

The Master in China Studies Program (MCS) of Shanghai International Studies University (SISU) offers a broad, interdisciplinary approach to the study of China. During the two-year program design, overseas students will receive a systematic academic training, and go through a comprehensive study of Chinese history and culture, politics and governance, economy, foreign policy and society.

With strong research background on foreign languages and cultures in SISU, students are offered opportunities to deepen the understanding of China through comparative studies on Chinese and foreign cultures and societies. Upon completion of the program, graduates will earn a master’s degree, as recognized by China’s Ministry of Education. Graduates from this program will be better prepared for many professional careers related to China as well as for further academic work.

The program duration is 2 academic years. Students are supposed to finish their study within this time length. If students fail to finish their learning tasks due to personal or specific reasons, they should make an application first and then extend their study after being approved. The length of extension is usually half a year, and no more than one year including suspending of schooling.