About this program
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This full‑time English‑taught Master of Crop Science programme is delivered by the School of Agriculture at Shihezi University. Taking the characteristic agricultural resources of arid and semi‑arid regions as the core research background, this programme focuses on crop germplasm innovation, high‑efficiency crop cultivation under water‑saving conditions, stress resistance physiology of crops and modern agricultural production technology research. Core courses include crop genetics and breeding, arid‑area crop cultivation theory, agricultural water‑saving technology, crop stress physiology and field experimental research methods. The school possesses multiple agricultural experimental stations and crop planting bases in northern Xinjiang. Each international postgraduate student is assigned a professional supervisor who guides course study, field experiment arrangement, research topic selection and thesis writing. Students must complete all compulsory and elective course credits, finish field research tasks, conduct independent scientific research and pass thesis defence to obtain the master degree. Eligible overseas applicants can apply for Chinese Government Scholarship and university‑level scholarships for postgraduate study support.
Program overview
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Program length
Full‑time | 3 Years (6 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
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Admission intakes & deadlines
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September2026
Classes start September
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About the university
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