📖Introduction

Upholding the motto of “Integrity, Vision and Academic Excellence”, Shanghai International Studies University (SISU) is an internationally recognized, prestigious academic institution distinctive for its multidisciplinary and multicultural nature, committed to preparing innovative professionals and future global leaders for a wide range of international expertise to address the critical challenges of our times.

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📚About the Program

PhD in China Studies at Shanghai International Studies University (SISU)

The Ph.D in China Studies Program (MCS) of Shanghai International Studies University (SISU) offers a broad, interdisciplinary approach to the study of China. During the four-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.

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🏫About Shanghai International Studies University (SISU)

Our history began in December 1949 with the establishment of the Shanghai Russian School affiliated to East China People’s Revolution University, as one of the earliest institutions where China’s higher education in foreign languages took shape.

A globalized and top-notch university in China, SISU has successfully developed a diverse and distinctive mix of disciplines with language and literature as its pillar. Having established and maintained a high academic stature among universities of its kind, SISU has been funded to offer 10 national featured specialties and 6 Shanghai leading disciplines, adding to our existing 3 national key disciplines and a national undergraduate education platform for western European languages.

In recent years, SISU’s distinctive strength has been further enhanced with the number of language-related degree programs increasing (covering 27 languages) and the number of doctoral and master’s degree programs significantly growing, resulting in a more balanced educational structure. The Graduate Institute of Interpretation and Translation (GIIT) of SISU is awarded the highest ranking by AIIC, the International Association of Conference Interpreters, as the only Asian university among the 15 top professional conference interpreting schools in the world.

With a mission to “introduce the rest of the world to China” and “present China globally”, SISU has won an unparalleled reputation in China’s linguistic research and diplomatic studies. Drawing on our strengths in multi-language programs and multi-disciplinary resources, while responding to national and regional strategies, we operate more than 70 research institutes and centers serving as academic think tanks to provide advisory services on language policies, diplomatic strategies and global public opinion of China. These academic entities have contributed landmark research and are also dedicated to promoting the development of social sciences in China.

We have made it a strategic priority in our development planning to go global and actively work on expanding students’ international horizons, in particular focusing on their immersion in a multicultural environment. We have now established partnerships with more than 330 universities and institutions from 56 countries and regions, and have maintained close connection with international organizations, including the United Nations and the European Union.

Campus

SISU has two campuses, Hongkou Campus and Songjiang Campus, covering a total area of 74.7 hectares. The two campuses are closely interrelated but distinct with their own features. The university libraries have a total collection of around 1 million cataloged volumes (over half in foreign languages) and over 1.1 million electronic documents. A powerful digital audio-visual database containing multimedia resources in foreign studies has been set up to serve the needs of teaching and research. The University also houses a range of state-of-the-art teaching facilities including world-class simultaneous interpretation systems, satellite signal-receiving devices and linguistic laboratories.

Living in University

Taking advantage of their intercultural expertise and professional knowledge, SISU faculty and students actively volunteer their services at international conferences, sports games and other multilingual events.

Events and Traditions

SISU is more than an intellectual destination. Our students have lots of opportuniteis to explore their interests, showcase their talents and hone their skills. A wide range of cultural festivals and campus events organized by various student groups invigorates the university. Getting invovled in campus life is an essential step to become a part of the SISU community.

Arts at SISU

Recognizing that an inclusive campus culture is essential for an active campus atmosphere and fostering good moral character, SISU focuses on creating a diverse campus culture and orientates students towards “Integrity, Vision and Academic Excellence”. From concerts and theater performances to exhibitions and professional courses, SISU offers a rich array of opportuities for aesthetic engagement, forstering a creative arts community.

Athletics and Fitness

SISU enjoys an extraordinary athletic tradition with a baseball team and a Go team. These two excellent teams have made great achievements in top-level national and international competitions.

The sports scene at SISU is fantastic, with a wide choice of sport for fun, health or serious competition. Campus sports events like the annual Sports Day and the President Cup Series are all ideal occasions to improve teamwork and help to create an energetic and healthy campus.

There are great sport opportunities for you. The University now houses two stadiums, a gymnasium, a 50-meter swimming pool and an extensive array of outdoor and indoor courts, fields and rooms. Our Hongkou Campus is within walking distance of the prestigious Hongkou Football Stadium, the home stadium of our local football team Shanghai Shenhua.

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🏠 Accommodation

SISU Guesthouse
For semester programs: Double room 75 RMB per person per day; Deluxe double room 90 RMB per person per day; Single room 125 RMB per day; Superior Single room: 160 RMB/day.
For summer or winter programs: Double room 80 RMB per person per day; Single room 130 RMB per day; Superior Single room: 160 RMB/day.

SISU Hotel
Double room: 65 RMB per person per day; Single room: 140 RMB per day.

SISU Foreign Expert’s Building
Double room: 60 RMB per person per day; Single room: 100 RMB per day.

Jinjiang Inn
For semester programs: Double room 80 RMB per person per day; Single room 150 RMB per day. For short-term (less than 3 moths): Double room 85 RMB per person per day; Single room 155 RMB per day.

Dormitory in Songjiang Campus
Double room: 50 RMB per person per day, Single room: 100 RMB per day.

Notes:
  • You will need to book the accommodation after you have been accepted.
  • You can choose to live on campus or off campus in private accommodation.
  • We have an article about how to find accommodation off campus here.
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💰 Fees

Application Fee:

$130 USD

Tuition fee:

28,000 CNY per year

112,000 CNY in total

Entry Requirements

You are not eligible to apply to this program because:

The minimum age is 18 and the maximum age is 40.

English fluency is required.
You need to be either:
- A native English speaker
- Studied a degree in English before
- Can demonstrate a high level of English
- Having an English certificate such as IELTS level 6 or TOEFL 95 and above is an advantage.

Minimum education level: Master's

The program is quite competitive, you need to have a high grades of Average B, 60%, or a high GPA.

All students from all countries are eligible to apply to this program.

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📬 Admissions Process

3 Steps to Apply to a Chinese University

Application step 1

Application step 2

Application step 3

Please choose the programs here , "You are advised to select 2-3 programs to increase your chances of getting accepted.

Required Documents:

  • Second Recommendation Letter
  • First Recommendation Letter
  • Your Highest Academic Transcript (In English)
  • Your Graduation Certificate (in English)
  • Personal Statement Letter or Study Plan
  • Your Photograph
  • Your Passport Copy

Preparing documents:

You can start your application now and send the application documents during your application. Some documents you can send later if you don’t have them right away. Some more info about preparing application documents is here

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Application process:

Applying Online is simple in just a few steps. More information is available here.

The first steps are to choose the programs, pay the application fee and upload the application documents.

Once submitted to China Admissions, we will review your application within 2-3 days and proceed to the university or ask you for further clarification

After it has been processed to the university you will receive your unique application ID from each university.

The university may contact you directly for further questions.

We will then follow up each week with the university for updates. As soon as there is any update we will let you know. If you have made other plans, decide to withdraw / change address at any time please let us know.

After you have been accepted you will receive your admissions letter electronically and asked to pay the non-refundable deposit to the university.

Once you have paid the deposit the university will issue you the admissions letter and visa form to your home country.

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Here is some more information about the enrollment process after you have been accepted.

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