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The Master of China Studies (MCS) is a MA-level degree program with a strong focus on China’s economic, cultural and societal context. Zhejiang University is China’s first higher institution that was granted the master’s degree in name of “China Studies” (Master of China Studies, MCS, in 2007). On 15th November 2018, the MCS was integrated into ZIBS for a new business track. The interdisciplinary curriculum allows students to work analytically and gain an in-depth understanding of China. The MCS has a team of more than 20 professors from various departments. Practical components of the program, such as workshops, field trips and internships, engage students in conducting independent research and integrating empirical knowledge into daily life and work.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Modern Languages
Degree
Other
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
The Master of China Studies (MCS) is a MA-level degree program with a strong focus on China’s economic, cultural and societal context. Zhejiang University is China’s first higher institution that was granted the master’s degree in name of “China Studies” (Master of China Studies, MCS, in 2007). On 15th November 2018, the MCS was integrated into ZIBS for a new business track. The interdisciplinary curriculum allows students to work analytically and gain an in-depth understanding of China. The MCS has a team of more than 20 professors from various departments. Practical components of the program, such as workshops, field trips and internships, engage students in conducting independent research and integrating empirical knowledge into daily life and work.
Admission Requirements
6.5+
90+
31 May 2026
2 Years
Sep
Candidates are required to submit references or letter(s) of recommendation for acceptance
Candidates are required to submit an essay(s) for acceptance
Tuition fees
Domestic
9,568 USD
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1.1 Applicants must be non-Chinese citizens and valid passport holders.
1.2 Under the age of 35 for graduate program (Age limit is flexible for healthy applicants with certain work experience and high academic ability). Applicants must be Bachelor’s degree holders (Those who provide pre-graduation certificate or student status certificate at application MUST provide Bachelor's degree certificate no later than registration).
1.3 With proper moral conduct, in good health with no infectious disease or any physical or mental disease that may affect the normal study.
Master of China Studies (MCS)
Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, China (Mainland)
24 monthsProgramme duration
31 May, 2026Application Deadline
SepStarting Month
Programme overview
Main Subject
Modern Languages
Degree
Other
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
The Master of China Studies (MCS) is a MA-level degree program with a strong focus on China’s economic, cultural and societal context. Zhejiang University is China’s first higher institution that was granted the master’s degree in name of “China Studies” (Master of China Studies, MCS, in 2007). On 15th November 2018, the MCS was integrated into ZIBS for a new business track. The interdisciplinary curriculum allows students to work analytically and gain an in-depth understanding of China. The MCS has a team of more than 20 professors from various departments. Practical components of the program, such as workshops, field trips and internships, engage students in conducting independent research and integrating empirical knowledge into daily life and work.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Modern Languages
Degree
Other
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
The Master of China Studies (MCS) is a MA-level degree program with a strong focus on China’s economic, cultural and societal context. Zhejiang University is China’s first higher institution that was granted the master’s degree in name of “China Studies” (Master of China Studies, MCS, in 2007). On 15th November 2018, the MCS was integrated into ZIBS for a new business track. The interdisciplinary curriculum allows students to work analytically and gain an in-depth understanding of China. The MCS has a team of more than 20 professors from various departments. Practical components of the program, such as workshops, field trips and internships, engage students in conducting independent research and integrating empirical knowledge into daily life and work.
Admission Requirements
Tuition fees
Domestic
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