About this program
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This full‑time English‑taught Master of Ethnology programme is offered by the School of Ethnology and Sociology at North Minzu University. Rooted in multi‑ethnic research advantages of the university, this programme focuses on ethnic culture inheritance, ethnic social development, ethnic‑region cultural protection and cross‑ethnic communication research. Core curriculum includes ethnology theories, ethnic cultural heritage research, northwest ethnic‑group social survey, cross‑cultural communication and field investigation methodology. The school owns ethnic‑culture exhibition halls and multiple field‑work bases in multi‑ethnic settlement areas. Every international postgraduate student is assigned a professional supervisor to provide guidance for course study, field‑work arrangement, research topic selection and thesis writing. Students must complete all compulsory and elective course credits, finish required social field‑survey tasks, conduct independent research and pass thesis defence to obtain the master degree. Qualified overseas applicants can apply for Chinese Government Scholarship and university‑level scholarships to support their postgraduate study.
Program overview
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Program length
Full‑time | 3 Years (6 Semesters)
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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.
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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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