Tongji University, or Shanghai Tongji University, is a multidisciplinary university located in Shanghai.
Founded in 1907 by the German government in collaboration with German physicians, Tongji is one of the oldest and most prestigious universities in China.
Tongji University is particularly renowned for its engineering, business, and architecture programs. Its Department of Civil Engineering has consistently ranked first in China for decades.
ABOUT
TONGJI UNIVERSITY, или Шанхайский университетТунцзи – это многопрофильный университет, расположенный в Шанхае. Основан в 1907 году правительством Германии совместно с немецкими врачами. Тунцзи является одним из старейших и самых престижных университетов в Китае.
Университет Тунцзи особенно известен своими инженерными, бизнес и архитектурными специальностями, его отдел гражданского строительства на протяжении десятилетий неизменно занимает первое место в Китае.
PROGRAMS
Language course
Program Description: Intensive Chinese language courses designed to prepare students for further studies, business, or HSK examinations. Focus on communicative skills and academic Chinese.
Application Deadlines:
Fall Semester (early September): Early April – Late June
Spring Semester (early March): Early October – Late December of the previous year
Estimated Cost:
Registration fee: 420 RMB
Tuition: ~9,000 RMB/semester (standard course)
Requirements:
Age: 18-60 years
High school diploma (or equivalent)
Passport valid for at least 6 months
No prior Chinese language knowledge required
Required Documents:
Completed online application on the Tongji University website
Copy of passport
Copy of highest educational certificate
Passport-sized photo
Masters degree
3.1 Master's Programs in Chinese
Description: Strong research programs in engineering, construction, architecture, and urban studies. Requires prior agreement with a academic supervisor.
Application Deadlines:
For CSC scholarships: Very early! Often until January 15 – February 10.
General admission: Typically until late February to mid-March.
Estimated Cost:
Registration fee: 600 RMB
Tuition: 26,000 – 50,000 RMB/year (varies by program)
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree
HSK 5 (180+ points) – for technical and engineering programs
High GPA
Prior consent from a Tongji professor (critical!)
Draft research proposal
Required Documents:
Tongji application form + scholarship application (if applicable)
Copy of passport
Bachelor’s diploma and transcript (official translation)
HSK certificate
Research proposal (in Chinese or English)
Letter from a Tongji professor confirming supervision
2 recommendation letters (from academics)
Resume (CV)
Proof of registration fee payment
Medical certificate
3.2 Master's Programs in English
Description: Wide range of English-taught programs, particularly in Tongji’s leading fields: engineering, management, business (MBA), urban planning, international relations.
Application Deadlines:
Varies significantly. Usually from October to April.
Round 1: For scholarships – often December-January.
Check exact deadlines on the specific school/program website.
Estimated Cost:
Registration fee: 600 – 1,200 RMB
Tuition: 40,000 – 120,000 RMB/year (MBA programs may cost more)
Description: Core range of programs. Tongji is especially renowned for its faculties of Architecture, Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Design, and Automotive Engineering.
Application Deadlines:
Main period: Usually from December 1 to March 15 (for the fall semester)
Scholarship deadlines (CSC, SGS) may be earlier (late February – early March).
Estimated Cost:
Registration fee: 600 RMB
Tuition: 20,000 – 45,000 RMB/year (architecture, design, and arts are typically more expensive)
Requirements:
High school diploma
Age: Under 25 years old
HSK 5 (180+ points) – for most engineering and science programs
HSK 4 (195+ points) – may be sufficient for some technical programs (check specific requirements!)
Entrance exams (mathematics, physics/chemistry) or interview
Required Documents:
Completed application on the Tongji University website
Copy of passport
High school diploma and transcript (notarized English/Chinese translation)
HSK certificate
Motivation letter (in Chinese)
Recommendation letters (often 2)
Proof of registration fee payment
Medical certificate
For creative specialties: Portfolio (mandatory!)
2.2 Undergraduate Programs in English
Description: Limited number of programs. Main fields include engineering and business.
Application Deadlines: Typically until March 31 (for the fall semester)
Estimated Cost:
Registration fee: 600 RMB
Tuition: 30,000 – 50,000 RMB/year
Requirements:
High school diploma
Age: Under 25 years old
IELTS 5.5 / TOEFL 75 or higher (requirements may be lower than Fudan/SJTU)
Strong academic grades
Motivation letter
Required Documents:
Completed application on the Tongji University website
Copy of passport
High school diploma and academic transcripts
IELTS/TOEFL certificate
Motivation letter (in English)
Recommendation letters
Resume (CV)
Proof of registration fee payment
Medical certificate
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