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2019 SDU International Student Undergraduate Preparatory Program Admissions Guide

  • SDU Introduction

Founded in 1901, Shandong University is a key comprehensive university directly under the Ministry of Education. It has a long history, a wide array of subjects, strong academic reputation and a distinctive academic background. Shandong University has an influential impact both in China and abroad and is being developed into a world-class university.

Shandong University is located in Shandong province, the birthplace of Qilu culture, and is celebrated for its “excellence in literature and history”. Shandong province is the hometown of Confucius and the birthplace of the Confucianism, in the south lies the famed mount Tai, to the east, the vast Yellow Sea. Shandong is a place of exquisite beauty and talented people have emerged in large numbers. SDU is a representative of cultural research in China. In recent years, the overall quality of the University and the disciplines offered have seen a noticeable improvement and its international impact has enhanced significantly. At present, 16 majors have entered the top 1% of the global ESI ranking and more than 30 countries and regions, encompassing nearly 170 universities and institutions that have entered in cooperation agreements with Shandong University. Please visit the following websites for more information.

  • Preparatory Program Introduction

This International Student Undergraduate Preparatory Program, based on high quality educational resources of Shandong University, provides a six-month to one-year preparatory training for students interested in embarking on undergraduate studies at SDU.

After the preparatory training, international students with excellent scores and good performance may obtain priority admission to SDU undergraduate programs.

  • Target Students

Applicants that have a graduation certificate of a senior high school with good academic performance and wish to embark on undergraduate studies at Shandong University.

After completing the preparatory courses, if the student chooses to discontinue his/her studies at SDU, he/she can be recommended by Shandong University to continue studying at other Chinese universities.

  • Training Objectives

  1. Develop both language skills and knowledge about the discipline’s subjects; improve students’ Chinese proficiency and their mastering of basic and professional subjects.

  2. Reach HSK level 4 (210 points) after the preparatory 1 year course. Or Reach HSK level 3 (270 points) after the preparatory 0.5 year course.

  3. Reach an acceptable level in basic subjects (e.g. mathematics, physics, chemistry, etc.).

  • Program Advantages

  1. Shandong University is a key comprehensive university directly under the Ministry of Education. It is a class A university in the national “Double First-Class University Plan” of the Chinese government.

  2. Students with satisfactory grades will be admitted to undergraduate programs of Shandong University.

  3. Students who have qualified for undergraduate studies will be awarded the Shandong University Freshmen Scholarship, where at least 50% of the Preparatory Program fees will be refunded (For now, this policy will only apply to students who have enrolled in 2019-2020 academic year).

  • Eligibility

  1. Good physical and mental health;

  2. Non-Chinese citizen;

  3. Hold high-school transcripts and diploma;

  4. Compliance with Chinese law.

Note: Nationality qualifications are subject to Chinese government rules. A student who is under 18 years of age and whose parents do not reside in China are eligible for the program, parents must formally entrust a foreign or Chinese resident of china as the student’s guardian in order to provide relevant supporting materials

  • Offered Courses & Future Undergraduate Programs

  1. Courses in the Preparatory Program

  2. Chinese language courses: conversation, writing, listening, pronunciation, etc.

  3. Specialized courses: Sciences: mathematics, physics, chemistry; Humanities, Social Sciences, Economics and Management: history, geography.

  4. Cultural experience courses: Chinese calligraphy, Peking Opera, Chinese tea culture, Tai Chi, etc.

  5. Undergraduate programs

Subject Direction

Description of the major

Undergraduate Programs (Chinese-taught)

Science & Engineering

Science & Engineering

Metallic Materials Engineering, Polymer Materials and Engineering, Materials Physics, Mechanical Design Manufacturing and Automation, Energy and Power Engineering, Architecture, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Automation, Measurement and Control Technology and Instrument, Electrical Engineering and Automation, Software Engineering, Computer Science And Technology, Electronic and Information Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering, Microelectronics Science and Engineering, Integrated Circuit Design and Integrated System, Chemical Engineering and Technology, Physics, Financial Mathematics and Financial Engineering, Biotechnology, Biological Engineering, etc.

Humanities, Social Sciences, Economics, Management

Economics and Management

International Economics and Trade, Business Administration, Human Resource Management, Marketing, Accounting, International Business, Tourism Management, Industrial Engineering, Information Management and Information Systems, Logistics Management, etc.

Humanities and Social Sciences

Teaching Chinese as a Second Language, Journalism, Literature and Art, Social Sports Guidance and Management, International Politics, Administrative Management, etc.

  • Study Period and Length of Studies

  1. Every year from March to August, one semester

  2. Every year from September to August of the following year, two semesters

  3. Eligible students may join the class midstream

  • Tuition Fees and Scholarships

  1. Registration fee: 400 RMB

  2. Tuition fee: 22000 RMB/year, 11000 RMB/semester

  3. Insurance fee: 800 RMB/year, 400 RMB/semester

Participants of this program are eligible to apply for the Shandong University International Freshmen Students’ Scholarship, the Jinan Municipal Government Scholarship and the Qingdao Municipal Government Scholarship, etc. For scholarship details please refer to:http://www.Istudy.Sdu.Edu.Cn/en/?C=content&a=list&catid=87

  • Application Deadlines

  1. One-semester class: Apply before December 15 2019.

  2. One-year class: Apply before June 15 2019.

  • Application Process

Login to the Shandong University International Student Admissions website:http://www.apply.sdu.edu.cn/. Fill in the application form and submit online.

Required application materials:

  1. Copy of valid passport;

  2. High school diploma or preliminary diploma certificate (certified or notarized)

  3. Academic transcripts of all subjects taken during high school;

  4. Personal statement (written in Chinese or English) incorporating the points below:

  • Personal introduction;

  • Knowledge about Shandong University;

  • Knowledge about the major being applied to;

  • Study Plan

  • Completed Foreigner Physical Examination Form (valid for 6 months);

  • Proof of financial capability (bank deposits, etc.)

Note: All application materials must be submitted in the form of a scanned copy. Documents other than Chinese or English must be accompanied by an official notarized Chinese or English translation. The applicant must guarantee that all application materials are authentic and accurate. If application materials are incomplete, the school has the right to deny the application; if necessary, the school will ask the applicant to complement needed materials.

Admissions Results

After receiving application materials, Shandong University will select the best candidates on the basis of competitive selection. A pre-admission notice will be sent to the successful applicant’s via e-mail usually within one month. After the pre-admission notice is sent, SDU will also send a paper version of the “Shandong University Admission Notice” and the “Chinese Visa Application Form for Foreigners”. If your application has been declined, you will be informed via e-mail.

  • Visa

The student should take the acceptance letter and a JW202 Form to the Chinese Embassy of his/her country in order to apply for a Chinese visa.

  1. The student will be officially enrolled after the conclusion of the abovementioned steps.

  • Accommodation

Students can guarantee a place at the international students’ apartment in the Central Campus of Shandong University. For more information on accommodation, please refer tohttp://www.istudy.edu.cn/cn?c=content&show&id=1301

  • Medical Insurance

According to regulations of the PRC Ministry of Education, international students must be covered by medical insurance in Mainland China. Students can purchase medical insurance from Office 2125 of the international students’ apartment, Central Campus, on registration day (800 RMB/year, 400 RMB/semester). If medical insurance is not purchased as required, students will see their enrollment cancelled.

  • Visa & Residence Permit

Admitted students are required to apply for a study visa at the Chinese Embassy with Admission Notice and JW201/202 Form. An X1 visa is required for a study period of more than 6 months and the X1 visa must be converted into a study residence permit within 30 days of arrival in China.

  • Contact Information

Address: Admissions Office, International Students & Scholars Center

27 Shanda Nanlu, Shandong University (Central Campus), Mingde Building, C301, Jinan, P. R. China; Postal code: 250100.

Tel: +86-531-88365586;86-531-88364854

Fax: +86-531-88565051

E-mail:admission@sdu.edu.cn

Website: http://www.istudy.sdu.edu.cn