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View course details → Updated September 3, 2026

This full‑time English‑taught Master of Marine Biology programme is offered by the School of Marine Sciences at Ningbo University, a key comprehensive university located in Ningbo, a coastal city in Zhejiang Province with outstanding marine research resources. Rooted in the university’s long‑standing strengths in marine discipline construction, this research‑oriented postgraduate programme closely responds to the strategic demands of marine ecological protection and marine biological resource development. Major research directions include marine organism physiological ecology, marine biodiversity and conservation, marine microbial resources, aquaculture biological technology, marine biological molecular genetics and marine environmental biology. The programme aims to cultivate high‑level international marine biology research talents who possess solid theoretical foundation of marine biology, proficient laboratory operation and marine field investigation capabilities, independent scientific research innovation awareness and good cross‑cultural academic communication competence. The curriculum system consists of advanced postgraduate core courses, discipline‑specific elective modules, frontier academic seminars, marine field practice training, supervisor‑led research project participation and master thesis research work. Representative core courses cover Advanced Marine Biology, Marine Microbial Resources, Marine Biodiversity Research, Aquaculture Biotechnology, Marine Ecological Environment, Scientific Research Methodology for Natural Science, Academic Writing and Thesis Standardisation, together with serial thematic seminars focusing on global marine biology hot‑spot research topics. During the 3‑year full‑time study period, students need to complete all compulsory and elective credit requirements, participate in university‑level marine science academic conferences and workshops, finish laboratory rotation and offshore field investigation practice, take part in faculty‑managed marine research projects and accumulate sufficient experimental and field‑survey practical experience. Each admitted student receives one‑on‑one academic supervision from faculty supervisors. Under supervisor guidance, students will complete comprehensive literature retrieval and review, research scheme design, laboratory experiment and offshore sample collection, experimental data sorting, statistics and analysis, research result summarisation and academic paper drafting, and finally complete original master graduation thesis and pass thesis defence. Applicants must submit authenticated bachelor degree certificate and complete official academic transcript issued by accredited higher education institutions. Applicants with marine science, biology, aquaculture and other related STEM backgrounds will be given priority in admission assessment. Non‑native English‑speaking applicants shall provide valid English proficiency certificates: IELTS overall 6.0 or TOEFL iBT 80 and above. Applicants who have completed full‑degree programmes fully delivered in English can apply for language score exemption by submitting official supporting documents for university internal review. Applicant age generally should not exceed 35 years old, and physical‑mental health condition must satisfy medical examination criteria for Chinese student visa application. After completing all curriculum assessment requirements and successfully passing thesis defence, graduates will be awarded official master degree diploma issued by Ningbo University. Graduates can engage in scientific research work in marine research institutes, participate in technical development in marine biotechnology enterprises, join marine ecological protection institutions, or pursue further PhD‑level academic study worldwide.

Harbin Engineering University

China

Master of Marine Engineering

Tuition €2,350 €2350 per academic year, total €4700 for 2‑year full‑time study Fee description: Tuition converted from official RMB tuition CNY 18000 per academic year published by Harbin Engineering University International Student Office. Total tuition for standard 2‑year study is €4700. Tuition only covers curriculum teaching activities. It excludes non‑refundable application fee approx €45, mandatory international student medical insurance approx €100 per year, campus accommodation charges, textbook costs and all personal living expenses. Dormitory fees vary according to room type. Recipients of Chinese Government Scholarship and university‑level scholarships can enjoy tuition waiver complying with official scholarship regulations. All euro‑denominated amounts are converted from official RMB prices, subject to university annual admission policy adjustment and real‑time exchange rate fluctuation.

Duration 2 Years Full‑time | 4 Semesters

Master of Marine Engineering is a full‑time English‑taught international master programme run by the College of Power and Energy Engineering, Harbin Engineering University. Main research directions include ship power system design, marine new energy technology, energy‑saving control of marine equipment, thermal energy conversion and power equipment reliability research. The teaching system integrates theoretical lectures, equipment simulation analysis, engineering case study, laboratory research and academic exchange activities. Every enrolled international student receives one‑to‑one academic supervision. Supervisors guide students on course module selection, research topic demonstration, numerical simulation and thesis composition. Students shall obtain compulsory and elective course credits, take part in marine‑engineering‑oriented scientific research tasks, complete independent master dissertation and pass final defence for graduation and degree conferral. With formal official approval, maximum study period can be extended to 4 years. Graduates are competent for power system research‑development, equipment testing, technical optimisation and engineering management positions in ship research institutes, marine equipment manufacturing enterprises and energy‑related institutions. Eligible foreign applicants can submit scholarship applications for Chinese Government Scholarship and university‑provided grants.

Hainan University

China

Master of Marine Science

Tuition €2,620 €2620 per academic year Fee description: Tuition converted from official RMB 19000 per academic year for this full‑time English‑taught master programme. Tuition only covers classroom‑based academic teaching activities. It excludes non‑refundable application fee, mandatory international‑student medical‑insurance fee, campus dormitory accommodation costs, textbook expenses and all other personal living expenditures. Qualified scholarship applicants can obtain tuition waiver benefits following Hainan University scholarship management rules. Euro‑denominated fee figures are for reference only, subject to annual admission‑policy adjustment and foreign‑exchange‑rate changes.

Duration Full‑time | 3 Years (6 Semesters)

View course details → Updated September 7, 2026

This full‑time English‑taught Master of Marine Science programme is operated by the School of Marine Science and Engineering of Hainan University. Centered on the characteristics of the South China Sea marine environment, this programme carries out research on marine biological resources, marine ecological environment protection, marine chemical resources development, marine geology and marine‑resource sustainable utilisation. The school is equipped with marine‑biology laboratories, marine‑environment testing platforms and offshore field investigation conditions. Teaching activities combine theoretical knowledge teaching, marine‑sample laboratory analysis, offshore field investigation, data‑model simulation and marine‑science academic‑exchange activities. International students receive one‑on‑one academic supervision throughout their study period. Students need to finish all course credit requirements, complete independent marine‑science‑related scientific‑research work, write qualified master dissertation and pass thesis defence for official degree conferral. Qualified international candidates can apply for national‑level, regional‑level and university‑administered scholarship resources to reduce study‑related costs.

North Minzu University

China

Master of Materials Engineering

Tuition €1,930 €1930 per academic year Fee description: Tuition converted from official RMB 14000 per academic year for this full‑time English‑taught master programme. Tuition only covers classroom academic teaching. It excludes non‑refundable application fee, mandatory international student medical insurance fee, dormitory accommodation charge, textbook costs and all other personal living expenses. Eligible scholarship applicants can receive tuition waiver according to North Minzu University scholarship regulations. Euro‑denominated fees are for reference only, subject to annual admission policy adjustment and foreign exchange rate changes.

Duration Full‑time | 3 Years (6 Semesters)

View course details → Updated September 8, 2026

This full‑time English‑taught Master of Materials Engineering programme belongs to the School of Materials Science and Engineering of North Minzu University. This programme targets material industry development demands in northwest China, mainly researching new energy materials, composite materials, green preparation technology of materials and material performance testing. The college is equipped with material‑analysis laboratories, material‑synthesis experimental platforms and off‑campus enterprise‑cooperation practice bases. Teaching activities combine theoretical lectures, laboratory material preparation experiments, material‑characterization testing, enterprise visiting practice and academic seminars. International students get continuous one‑on‑one academic supervision throughout study period. Students need to meet all course credit requirements, complete materials‑engineering related scientific research tasks, finish qualified master dissertation and pass thesis defence for degree conferral. Eligible international candidates may apply for national‑level and university‑managed scholarship resources to cover study‑related costs. 

Central South University

China

Master of Materials Science and Engineering

Tuition €4,940 4940 EUR • Fee description: Tuition fee is RMB 38000 per academic year. Application fee RMB 800 is non‑refundable regardless of admission outcomes. Housing, medical insurance and daily expenditure are not included in tuition fees. All fee data is sourced from official international student admission documents and may be updated by the university for each intake.

Duration Full‑time | 2 Years (4 Semesters)

View course details → Updated September 4, 2026

The English‑taught Master of Materials Science and Engineering belongs to the School of Materials Science and Engineering, Central South University, which is well‑known for non‑ferrous metal materials research worldwide. Curriculum focuses on non‑ferrous metal processing, advanced functional materials, powder metallurgy, material surface modification and new energy‑related materials. Students carry out experimental work in state‑level laboratories and join cutting‑edge material research projects. This programme trains international technical talents for material industry and scientific research. Graduates can engage in non‑ferrous metal enterprises, new‑energy firms and material research institutions across the globe. 

Hunan University

China

Master of Materials Science and Engineering

Tuition €4,940 4940 EUR • Fee description: Tuition fee is RMB 38000 per academic year. Application fee RMB 800 is non‑refundable regardless of admission results. Dormitory cost, mandatory medical insurance, residence permit fees and daily consumption are not included in tuition fees. All fee information originates from official admission documents and may be revised by Hunan University for each intake cycle.

Duration Full‑time | 2 Years (4 Semesters)

View course details → Updated September 4, 2026

This English‑medium master programme belongs to the College of Materials Science and Engineering. The discipline focuses on advanced metallic materials, functional composite materials, new energy materials and material surface modification technology. Students receive systematic classroom lectures and experimental training in campus laboratories, and get involved in cutting‑edge materials research projects. This programme is oriented toward international learners engaged in material industry and scientific research. Graduates are qualified for positions in new‑energy enterprises, material manufacturing firms and material research institutes across the globe.

Xiangtan University

China

Master of Materials Science and Engineering

Tuition €4,290 4290 EUR • Fee description: Tuition fee is RMB 33000 per academic year. Application fee RMB 800 is non‑refundable regardless of admission results. Dormitory cost, mandatory medical insurance, residence permit fees and daily consumption are not included in tuition fees. All fee information originates from official admission documents and may be revised by Xiangtan University for each intake cycle.

Duration Full‑time | 2 Years (4 Semesters)

View course details → Updated September 5, 2026

The English‑taught Master of Materials Science and Engineering belongs to the School of Materials Science and Engineering. The discipline focuses on advanced polymer materials, new functional materials, material preparation and modification technology. Students attend theoretical lectures and carry out laboratory experiments, participating in supervisor‑led scientific research projects. This programme is oriented toward international learners engaged in material industry and scientific research. Graduates can seek careers in new‑energy manufacturing enterprises, material research institutes and related technical institutions across the globe. 

Northeastern University

China

Master of Materials Science and Engineering

Tuition €2,740 €2740 per academic year, total €5480 for 2‑year full‑time study Fee description: Tuition converted from official RMB tuition CNY 21000 per academic year published by Northeastern University International Student Admission Office. Total tuition for standard 2‑year study is €5480. Tuition only covers curriculum teaching activities. It excludes non‑refundable application fee approx €48, mandatory international student medical insurance approx €102 per year, campus accommodation charges, textbook costs and all personal living expenses. Dormitory fees differ according to room type. Recipients of Chinese Government Scholarship and university‑level scholarships can enjoy tuition waiver complying with official scholarship regulations. All euro‑denominated amounts are converted from official RMB prices, subject to university annual admission policy adjustment and real‑time exchange rate fluctuation.

Duration 2Years Full‑time | 4 Semesters

Master of Materials Science and Engineering is a full‑time English‑taught international master programme offered by the School of Materials Science and Engineering, Northeastern University. Rooted in the university’s strong discipline foundation in metallurgy and materials, this programme focuses on advanced metal materials, new functional materials, material processing and material performance testing research directions. The training system consists of core theoretical courses, frontier academic seminars, laboratory experimental practice and research project training. Each international student is assigned a professional supervisor to provide full‑cycle academic guidance covering course selection, research topic demonstration, experimental work and master dissertation writing. Students must complete all required course credits, participate in discipline‑related scientific research tasks, finish an independent original master dissertation and pass thesis defence to obtain the official master degree certificate issued by Northeastern University. Upon formal administrative approval, the maximum valid study period can be extended to 4 years. Graduates are competent for material research, process development and technical management posts in scientific research institutes, metallurgical and material manufacturing enterprises. Qualified overseas applicants are eligible to apply for Chinese Government Scholarship and university‑sponsored international student scholarships to obtain study financial support.

Jilin University

China

Master of Materials Science and Engineering

Tuition €2,810 €2810 per academic year, total €5620 for 2‑year full‑time study Fee description: Tuition converted from official RMB tuition CNY 21500 per academic year published by Jilin University International Student Office. Total tuition for standard 2‑year study is €5620. Tuition only covers curriculum teaching activities. It excludes non‑refundable application fee approx €50, mandatory international student medical insurance approx €105 per year, campus accommodation charges, textbook costs and all personal living expenses. Dormitory fees differ according to room type. Recipients of Chinese Government Scholarship and university‑level scholarships can enjoy tuition waiver complying with official scholarship regulations. All euro‑denominated amounts are converted from official RMB prices, subject to university annual admission policy adjustment and real‑time exchange rate fluctuation.

Duration 2 Years Full‑time | 4 Semesters

Master of Materials Science and Engineering is a full‑time English‑taught international master programme run by the College of Materials Science and Engineering, Jilin University. This programme mainly covers polymer materials, inorganic functional materials, material modification and material characterization research fields. The curriculum integrates theoretical teaching, material performance testing experiments, simulation analysis and enterprise‑oriented case research. Every enrolled international student will receive one‑to‑one academic supervision. Supervisors guide students in course module selection, research scheme design, experimental implementation and thesis composition. Students are required to finish compulsory and elective course credits, take part in materials‑oriented research projects, complete independent master dissertation and pass final thesis defence for graduation and degree conferral. With formal official approval, maximum study period can be extended to 4 years. Graduates can engage in material research, process development and engineering design work in material manufacturing enterprises and research institutions. Eligible foreign applicants can submit applications for Chinese Government Scholarship and university‑funded grants.

Nanchang University

China

Master of Materials Science and Engineering

Tuition €2,050 €2050 per academic year, total €4100 for 2‑year full‑time study Fee description: Tuition converted from official RMB tuition CNY 15600 per academic year published by Nanchang University International Student Office. Total tuition for standard 2‑year study is €4100. Tuition only covers curriculum teaching activities. It excludes non‑refundable application fee approx €38, mandatory international student medical insurance approx €92 per year, campus accommodation charges, textbook costs and all personal living expenses. Dormitory fees vary according to room type. Recipients of Chinese Government Scholarship and university‑level scholarships can enjoy tuition waiver complying with official scholarship regulations. All euro‑denominated amounts are converted from official RMB prices, subject to university annual admission policy adjustment and real‑time exchange rate fluctuation.

Duration 2 Years Full‑time | 4 Semesters

Master of Materials Science and Engineering is a full‑time English‑taught international master programme run by the School of Materials Science and Engineering. Main research directions include advanced metal materials, functional inorganic materials, new energy materials, material modification and material preparation processing technology. The teaching system combines theoretical lectures, laboratory experimental training, material performance characterisation practice, research case analysis and academic exchange activities. Every enrolled international student receives one‑to‑one academic supervision. Supervisors guide students on course module selection, research topic demonstration, experimental design and thesis composition. Students shall obtain compulsory and elective course credits, complete materials‑science‑related experiment and research tasks, finish independent master dissertation and pass final defence for graduation and degree conferral. With formal official approval, maximum study period can be extended to 4 years. Graduates are competent for material performance research, new‑material development, process improvement and quality evaluation positions in material research institutes, new‑material manufacturing enterprises and related high‑tech industries. Eligible foreign applicants can submit scholarship applications for Chinese Government Scholarship and university‑provided grants.

Kunming University of Science and Technology

China

Master of Materials Science and Engineering

Tuition €2,620 €2620 per academic year Fee description: Tuition converted from official RMB 19000 per academic year for this full‑time English‑taught master programme. Tuition only covers classroom‑based academic teaching activities. It excludes non‑refundable application fee, mandatory international‑student medical‑insurance fee, campus dormitory accommodation costs, textbook expenses and all other personal living expenditures. Qualified scholarship applicants can obtain tuition waiver benefits following Kunming University of Science and Technology scholarship management rules. Euro‑denominated fee figures are for reference only, subject to annual admission‑policy adjustment and foreign‑exchange‑rate changes.

Duration Full‑time | 3 Years (6 Semesters)

View course details → Updated September 7, 2026

 This full‑time English‑taught Master of Materials Science and Engineering programme is operated by the Faculty of Materials Science and Engineering of Kunming University of Science and Technology. Closely connected with Yunnan local mineral‑material resources, this programme focuses on advanced metal materials, inorganic non‑metallic materials, new functional materials, material processing technology and material performance testing research. The programme is equipped with complete material‑analysis laboratories and material‑preparation experimental platforms. Courses combine material‑theory teaching, material‑preparation experimental operation, material‑characterization testing training and academic seminar activities. International students can take part in faculty‑led scientific research projects under supervisor guidance during their study period. Students are required to finish credit requirements for all courses, complete independent material‑science research tasks, write qualified master dissertation and pass formal defence for degree award. Qualified international candidates are allowed to submit applications for multiple scholarship projects provided by national authority, Yunnan provincial government and Kunming University of Science and Technology.

Southern University of Science and Technology

China

Master of Materials Science and Engineering

Master Engineering

Tuition €4,550 4550 EUR per academic year• Fee description: €4550 tuition fee per academic year (equivalent to 35000 CNY per academic year for science‑engineering master programmes). One‑time registration fee €65 upon enrolment. Tuition price is for 2026 intake, subject to adjustment by university authority. Qualified admitted international‑students may apply for university comprehensive scholarships and Chinese Government Scholarship to obtain full or partial tuition‑fee waiver. Accommodation, mandatory medical insurance, residence permit processing fees, textbooks, laboratory‑consumable‑and‑sample‑costs, material‑characterisation‑test‑expenses and other personal‑living‑expenses are not included in tuition fees. Fee implementation strictly abides by SUSTech financial‑management regulations for international postgraduate students.

Duration Full‑time | 3 Academic Years