1. The Aim

1. Candidates are required to study hard in Marxism, Leninism, Mao Zedong Thought and Deng Xiaoping Theory. They should adhere to the party's basic lines, be patriotic, and abide by law and disciplines. Based on a sound moral integrity, a rigorous and scientific attitude towards academic work, and a strong sense of dedication, they should endeavor to contribute to the ongoing socialist modernization drive.

2. Candidates must have a firm theoretical foundation in their special fields and broad background in related areas. They should be competent in undertaking independent research and development, and capable of making original contributions to their scientific and technological discipline. They should be proficient in English.

3. Candidates must take an active part in physical exercises and keep fit.

4. Circuits and Systems is a rapidly developing disciplinary field having close links with information technology and related high-technological fields. Students study theories and techniques in a wide range of topics such as image processing and information systems, pattern recognition, microelectronics, integrated circuits and micro-systems, signal detection, etc. Both fundamental and specialized courses are offered, reflecting the most up-to-date advances in this field. Research topics mostly come from front-line scientific and technological investigations and urgent needs of the national economy. Graduates must have a good command of fundamental theories and specialized knowledge and skills. They must be able to carry out creative work in research and development of this fast growing field.

2. Duration of Study
The program for master candidates lasts two and half years. Part-time candidates who have a job while pursuing a master’s degree can extend their study to three to five years.

3. Directions of Research
1. Image processing and pattern recognition
2. IC design and tests
3. Signal detection and control
4. Intelligent transportation systems

4. Curriculum

 

Category		Course Number	Course Name	Period	Credit	Term	Remarks
Academic Degree Courses	Political Theoretical Course	001000701	Theory and Practice of Scientific Socialism	30	2	1
		001000702	Natural Dialectics	45	3	2
	First Foreign Language	001000704	Public English	100	3	1, 2
		071000701	Professional English	40	2	3
	Basic and Specialized Course	071000702	Introduction to random signals	40	4	1
		071201701	Advanced circuit theory	40	4	1
		071201702	Digital image processing and pattern recognition	40	4	2
Required Courses	Literature Reading Seminar	071000904	Signal processing in communication	40	4	2	Select one in the three
		071000908	DSP and applications	40	4	2
		071000907	Transmission net works	40	4	1
		071000901	Statistic detection and estimation	40	4	2
		071000905	Advances in electronics	40	4	3
		071000906	Advances in communication and information technology	40	4	3
		071201901	Modern circuits	40	4	1
		071000911	Pattern recognition	40	4	3
	Academic Seminar				2

 

5. Research and Thesis

1. A candidate must obtain required credits before he/she is eligible for undertaking research towards a Master theses. The candidate is required to make an extensive literature survey in the field of intended research to prepare a kickoff report. The literature survey is also a good chance to practice technical English, especially improve reading proficiency.

2. A kickoff report of no less than 5000 words must be submitted in the fourth semester, which contains a survey of the literature, significance of the topic, problems to be studied, key points and special features, expected results and possible innovations.

3. Assessment on the kickoff report is made by a group of no less than 3senior teachers before the candidate can proceed with the research.

4. In the middle of the research, the candidate should review, and provide a report on, his/her work carried out according to the plan in order to make sure that the research goes properly. A warning is given if major discrepancy from the plan is found.

5. Before the thesis can be submitted for defense, it is subjected to an anonymous review process, which assesses the draft for originality, academic quality, correctness, and practicality. A preliminary defense is organized two months before the formal defense can be held. A panel gives an assessment to the draft, and decides whether or not the candidate can proceed for completion of the research. In case of failure, the candidate will be given three to six months to revise the thesis before he/she can re-submit the work.

6. Having passed the preliminary defense and after necessary modifications, the thesis is evaluated by no less than three senior examiners, including external professor(s), in closely related fields. A formal defense session is held upon approval of the thesis by both the internal and external examiners.

To be eligible, applicants should be non-Chinese citizens with a valid ordinary-type passport, and in good health;

If you are applying for Chinese-taught programs, HSK certificates within two years are required (HSK refers to Chinese Proficiency Test. You can find information on: www.chinesetest.cn):

HSK 5 above 180 for Science or Engineering, Economics or Management and Art;

HSK 5 above 210 for Humanities.

HSK Exemptions

The following types of applicants are exempt from taking the HSK:

Native speaker of Chinese;

The previous degree is fully taught in Chinese.

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 2022.

Relevant undergraduate academic background is required, or have completed undergraduate-level courses relevant to intended graduate major, with GPA 2.5 or above（Note: 4-Point GPA System）;

Accepted by a prospective professor at Shanghai University

Choose supervisor online when choosing a major in the online application system and get accepted by a 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.

Students applying to programs of arts must have relative academic background and submit a portfolio. Please refer to detailed application requirements under the program introduction on application website.

Some colleges give priority to applicants with work experience, such as MBA Center.

Tuition Fee
Master	RMB 29,000 pre year RMB 72,500 in total (About $ 14,796)

Accommodation Fee
International Student Dormitory
Double Room	RMB 70  (More Details)
Quad room	RMB 35  (More Details)
Single Room	RMB 140  (More Details)
Shenyuan International Apartments in the east side: (for self-paid students only)
Double Room	RMB 70  (More Details)
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Double Room	RMB 70  (More Details)
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International Student Dormitory
Double Room	RMB 70  (More Details)
Quad room	RMB 35  (More Details)
Single Room	RMB 140  (More Details)

Other Fees
Application Fee: The application fee charged by the university, CUCAS only collect on their behalf.	RMB 500
Service Fee: For the service CUCAS provide to you. If you get a scholarship while applying as a self-financed applicant, you need to pay another scholarship service fee of 200 USD.	USD 54 (Check Policy)
Living Expense	RMB 1,500 to RMB 2,000

"*" means necessary documents that you must provide in your application.

*1. Application Form

Please upload your finished application form here.

*2. Information Page of 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 currently in China. Visa page is required for applicants who are not in their home country.

*3. 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.
For applicants who haven’t graduated, pending graduation certificate and transcripts available till the application date are also acceptable. Official graduation certificate and transcripts of all grades shall be submitted timely after being received.

*4. Statement of Financial Support

Certificate of your family financial situation background. You need to go to the bank to issue a deposit of your family financial situation.

You can download a template or sample from here.

*5. Choose Supervisor Online and Get Accepted

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.

*6. Certificate of No Criminal Record

For any applicants who can not get the Certificate of No Criminal Record at home country, please sign the No criminal record Commitment with Shanghai University.

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*7. Selfie video

Applicants should submit a video including self-introduction and study plan in China. avi, mov, or mp4 less than 50 MB are accepted. The language of the video should be consistent with the language of the program you are applying for (English or Chinese).

*8. ID photo

The passport-size photo (one-inch, 390*570) should be taken within the last six months, bareheaded, full-faced with blue-color background; the photo is required to submit as JPG image less than 100kb.

*9. Highest Degree Certificate

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.
For applicants who haven’t graduated, pending graduation certificate and transcripts available till the application date are also acceptable. Official graduation certificate and transcripts of all grades shall be submitted timely after being received.

*10. Two Letters of Recommendation with Signature

Written in English or Chinese by two different professors or associate professors or experts from related fields.
The referee’s signature and contact information are necessary.And the date of recommendation letter should not be earlier than September,2022.

*11. Research Plan(including study plan and 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.

*12. Certificate of HSK

13. Others

Applicants for art majors should provide at least two examples of artworks; Applicants of music and film academy programs should provide audios and videos related to the major.

14. 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.

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