Xi’an Jiaotong University (XJTU) is one of China’s top research universities and offers comprehensive international postgraduate programs across engineering, science, management, medicine, humanities and more. The School of International Education provides detailed curricula (course lists and credit requirements) for each school and practical guidance for international master’s and doctoral applicants.
Who can apply?
- Non-Chinese citizens holding a valid ordinary passport.
- Master’s applicants: must hold a Bachelor’s degree and (typically) be under 35 years old.
- Doctoral applicants: must hold a Master’s degree and (typically) be under 40 years old.
- Applicants should be in good health and must not hold another scholarship conflicting with XJTU scholarship.
What the curriculum & program offer
XJTU’s postgraduate curriculum documents provide program-specific details such as required courses, elective options, credit distribution, program length, and assessment requirements. Examples from the official curriculum PDF include:
- Master’s full-time programs: typically 2 years (coursework + research / thesis), with credit requirements (example: Mechanical Engineering / Materials — minimum 24 credits course work, plus mid-term assessments and thesis).
- PhD programs: at least 3 years, with program-specific coursework, research milestones and dissertation requirements.
- Course lists are provided per school (Mechanical, Materials, Aerospace, Energy, Life Sciences, Management, Law, Public Policy, etc.) with course codes, titles and credit values.
Scholarships & funding (highlights)
XJTU & China offer several scholarships for international postgraduates:
- Chinese Government Scholarship (CSC – Chinese University Program): tuition waiver, on-campus accommodation (when covered), monthly allowance, medical insurance.
- XJTU Siyuan International Student Scholarship: tuition waiver and monthly living allowance (conditions apply).
- XJTU–Xi’an City “Belt and Road” Scholarship: tuition waiver and monthly allowance.
Scholarship timelines, coverage details and annual review rules are on the official scholarship notice.
Basic eligibility & documents (short checklist)
Below is a compact table you can paste in the blog:
| Item | Requirement / Note |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Non-Chinese, valid ordinary passport. |
| Degree | Bachelor’s for Master’s; Master’s for PhD. Academic transcripts & notarized copies required. |
| Age Limit | Master’s: under 35; PhD: under 40 (as guideline — check current notice). |
| Health | Original physical exam for foreigners (valid 6 months). |
| Language | English-taught: IELTS ≥ 6.0 or TOEFL ≥ 80 (or equivalent). Chinese-taught: HSK4 180+ (unless exempt). |
| Other docs | Recommendation letters (two), study plan/research proposal (≥800 words for Master’s; ≥1500 for PhD), passport copy, criminal record, publications (if any). |
| Application fee | RMB 800 (non-refundable). |
Curriculum snapshot (example — Mechanical & Materials)
You can present detailed course tables on your blog; here’s a short sample table from the official curriculum PDF to show readers what to expect:
| Course Type | Sample Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Public Degree Courses | Outline of China I; Comprehensive Chinese I | 2 + 2 |
| Degree Course (ME) | Modern Measurement Technology; Modern Control Engineering | 2 each |
| Elective Examples | Additive Manufacturing; MEMS & Sensors; Bio-mechatronics | 2–3 each |
| Total (example) | Minimum course credits for Master’s in ME/MSE | 24 credits (typical) |
| (Full course lists and credits are available in the official curriculum PDF.) XJTU International Education |
How to apply (brief steps)
- Apply online via the Chinese Government Scholarship (if applying for CSC) at campuschina.org (Program Type B / Agency No. 10698).
- Apply on XJTU’s international student application portal (ISSO): https://isso.xjtu.edu.cn/recruit/login register, fill application form and upload documents.
- Pay application fee when requested (RMB 800).
- Wait for academic review/interview and, if admitted, follow instructions for payment, visa (JW201/202) and registration.
Official resources (use these links in your post)
Full postgraduate curricula (official PDF): Postgraduate Course Curriculum (curriculum PDF). XJTU International Education
- Scholarship & admission notice (2025 example): Xi’an Jiaotong University Scholarships Programs for Postgraduate Studies 2025 (includes deadlines, eligibility & documents). XJTU International Education
- Application portal (ISSO): Application & Admission System for International Student — https://isso.xjtu.edu.cn/recruit/login. XJTU International Education Institute