About this program
What this degree covers and what you can expect from the university.
Master of Control Science and Engineering is a full‑time English‑taught international master programme under the School of Information Science and Engineering, Northeastern University. This programme focuses on industrial intelligent control, automation system, robot technology and artificial intelligence control theory. Teaching activities combine core theory courses, simulation training, laboratory practice and engineering project practice. Each international student is matched with a faculty supervisor to support the whole process of academic study and thesis research. Students need to obtain all required course credits, participate in control‑related research tasks, complete original master dissertation and pass thesis defence to get the master degree issued by Northeastern University. Formal extension application approval allows maximum study duration up to 4 years. Graduates can take up positions of automatic control research, system development and technical management in high‑tech enterprises, research institutes and intelligent manufacturing industries. Overseas candidates who meet application criteria can apply for Chinese Government Scholarship and university‑funded scholarships.
Program overview
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Program length
2 Years Full‑time | 4 Semesters
How long it typically takes to complete this degree from start to finish.
Language requirement
English
This program is taught in English. You may still need to submit an English proficiency test depending on your nationality and previous education.
Eligibility & requirements
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Entrance / admission test
Not required
No separate entrance test is listed for this program. The university may still review your academic profile and documents.
Admission intakes & deadlines
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September2026
Classes start September
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