Master of Public Administration in International Development

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Tuition €37,000 Tuition per year; application fee RMB 800; medical insurance is mandatory extra cost; prices may change annually

About this program

What this degree covers and what you can expect from the university.

This English‑medium graduate program focuses on international development governance, targeting overseas applicants who hold valid bachelor’s degrees and show strong interest in global development issues. Its curriculum integrates mainstream international development theories with China’s practical experience in poverty alleviation, infrastructure construction and socioeconomic transformation. Core modules include development economics, global governance, sustainable development goals, project management and comparative policy studies. The teaching combines academic lectures, group research projects and industry seminars, enabling students to analyse development cases from both developing and developed economies. Upon completion, graduates are well‑prepared for positions within United Nations agencies, development banks, foreign affairs departments and international non‑governmental organisations.

Program overview

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Program length

Full‑time | 24 Months (2 academic years)

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Qualification level

Master

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Field of study

Other

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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.

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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September 2026

Classes start September 2026

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About the university

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Tsinghua University, founded in 1911, is a world-renowned comprehensive research university located in Beijing, China. It covers disciplines including science, engineering, medicine, humanities, social sciences and management, committed to cultivating out