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International MA Program in Chinese Philosophy

Introduction

The School of Philosophy at Beijing Normal University offers a two-year Master's Degree in Chinese Philosophy. The program provides a comprehensive range of courses in the major traditions of Chinese philosophy, including Confucianism, Daoism, and Buddhism, as well as an inclusive range of courses in the Chinese philosophies of history, ethics, and politics. Courses emphasize comparative and international perspectives while engaging with the Western and other great traditions of world philosophy.

Course Overview

During the first three semesters, students must complete 35 credits from core and elective courses. By the end of the fourth semester, students are required to submit a master's thesis. This requirement offers students the opportunity to conduct independent research in a field of Chinese philosophy of their own interest, thereby deeply enriching their academic experience of studying Chinese philosophy in China.

Lead Instructors

The lead instructors in the MA Program are affiliated with prestigious universities from around the world.

Tuition and Scholarship

The tuition fee for the MA Program is RMB 60,000 for the two-year program of full-time study. Students are encouraged to apply for various scholarships, including the Chinese Government Scholarship Type A: Youth of Excellence Scheme of China Program and the Chinese Government Scholarship Type B: Chinese University Program.

Application Requirements

• Applicants should be non-Chinese citizens holding a foreign passport and under 50 years old.
• Applicants should have a degree equivalent to a Bachelor's or above from an accredited college or university.
• Language proficiency requirements:
  • All non-native English speakers must certify that they have passed a recognized English-language proficiency test, preferably TOEFL (90) or IELTS (6/5.5).
  • Applicants who received their academic degrees from an English language program are not required to provide proof of English proficiency, but must submit relevant documents that support it.

Application Process

1. Register for an account and sign in.
2. Submit all required information as guided.
3. Pay an application fee of 600 RMB (non-refundable) through the payment system.
4. Sit for an online interview (interview notification will be sent via email, and interview results will be shown in the system).

Program Accreditation

The International MA Program is fully accredited by Beijing Normal University and the Chinese Ministry of Education.