Entry Requirements
1. General Requirements
1)Applicants must be non-Chinese citizens generally under the age of 45 (as of September 1, 2026), be mentally and physically healthy, and possess a valid regular passport.
2)Applicants should be a graduating student of an undergraduate’s program or hold a Bachelor Degree or above.
2. Requirements about Nationalities
Foreign citizens of Chinese origin, including former Chinese citizens who have obtained foreign citizenship, as well as the non-Chinese descendants of present or former Chinese citizens, will have to follow the system instructions to fill in the basic information and upload the supporting documents based on the different citizenship status, and will be subject to a preliminary review of citizenship status by XMU during the admission stage and to verification of citizenship by the entry and exit administration department of China’s public security authorities. Applicants who fail to pass the preliminary review or verification of citizenship will be deemed to have forfeited their eligibility for admission, as well as the subsequent academic registration that they may obtain.
3. Language Proficiency Requirement
2)English proficiency requirements for English-medium programs
TOEFL iBT Certificate: an overall minimum score of 80 (XMU's DI Code for TOEFL is C310)
OR an IELTS Academic Certificate: an overall minimum score of 6.0
OR English-as-medium-of-instruction Certificate from previous university where English is the primary language of instruction.
OR other equivalent English proficiency certificates recognized by XMU
Applicants from countries where English is the official language are exempt from this requirement.
Choosing ReasonsMORE
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As XMU has long been listed among China’s leading universities on the national "211 Project" and "985 Project" which ensure privileged support for its sustainable and strategic development and its versatile Xiamen Campuses .
having diversity of 6 academic divisions consisting of 27 schools and colleges with 76 departments, and sufficient number of research institutes, and a large number of students local and international of all high education level make it a rich and pleasant environment for research, study and to live in.
Beside that having a great number of versed academic staff that can support the teaching and research process.
The partnerships that XMU has built with more than 300 universities in such countries as the UK, the US, Japan, France, Russia, etc., as well as China’s special administrative regions like Hong Kong and Macao and the Province of Taiwan; indicate that XMU is dedicted to excellence and quality.
Nestled snugly between green hills and the blue sea, XMU is renowned as China’s "most- 8 Years ago
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Special Requirements
The Minimum Number of Students Required: 5The university need to have 5 students before they can open this class. Please be noted for the uncertainty.
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Program Description
Core course descriptions
* Applied Mathematics
This module is intended to give students a firm grounding in mathematical modeling and simulation for various chemical and biochemical engineering processes. The course covers both analytical and numerical techniques used in solving the associated algebraic as well as differential equations. All fundamental concepts are introduced as applicable to chemical and biochemical engineering using modern software tools. Some background knowledge in analytical methods and numerical analysis from undergraduate programmes will be beneficial.
* Transport Phenomena
Pre-requisites: A knowledge of fluid mechanics and/or mass, momentum and heat transfer at undergraduate level.
The objective of this course is to introduce students to the concepts and theory of fluid mechanics, and mass, momentum and heat mass transfer at an advanced level. This module starts with the derivation of three conservation equations for momentum, energy and mass, and introduces the constitutive equations that relate fluxes to material properties and driving forces. This is followed by the application and simplification of these basic equations in the context of various specific cases. A number of classical methods for solving different problems are explored.
* Separation Science and Technology
The course has the objective of introducing the concept and theory of diffusion, and their application in the design and analysis of industrially important, advanced separation processes. The module starts with a review of basic diffusion concepts and calculations followed by an exploration of the impact of flow dynamics on diffusional mass transfer. These concepts are then applied to the understanding and design of absorption with chemical reaction, adsorption, and membrane separation processes. Some background knowledge of equilibrium thermodynamics and the principles of diffusion will be beneficial.
* Applied Molecular Thermodynamics
Pre-requisites: Physical chemistry and/or thermodynamics at undergraduate level
The objective is to give students the fundamentals of thermodynamics at an advanced level, so that they can apply them to the analysis of complex processes and equipment design in chemical engineering. The module will begin by reviewing the basic laws of thermodynamics, the basic thermodynamic variables and other concepts. This is to be followed by the fundamentals of equilibrium thermodynamics, criteria of equilibrium and stability; molecular thermodynamics; and an introduction to statistical thermodynamics. These concepts are then applied to the analysis of chemical engineering processes.
* Advanced Reaction Engineering
This module will train students in the fundamentals of reaction engineering and their application to the design and analysis of reactors. The concepts and theory in reaction kinetics are applied to the design of single-phase reaction systems. They are then extended to cover multi-phase reaction systems, incorporating the effects of physical rate processes and interfacial equilibrium, leading to the formulation of procedures for the design, and performance and stability analysis of reactors. Background in chemical kinetics and transport phenomena will be beneficial.Courses
Compulsory course
Introduction to Chinese Language
Selected Issues on Modern China
Core courses
Applied Mathematics
Transport Phenomena
Separation Science and Technology
Applied Molecular Thermodynamics
Advanced Reaction Engineering
Elective courses
Catalyst Engineering
Biochemical Engineering
Environmental Biotechnology
Nanotechnology in Chemical Engineering
Corrosion and Protection in Chemical Equipment
Instrument Analysis
Applied Electrical Chemistry
Literature View of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering
Chemical Engineering Seminar
Credits requirements
2 compulsory courses giving 2 credits each
5 core courses giving 3 credits each
4-6 elective courses giving 2 credits each
Research or other appropriate activities
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15 credits
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Entry Requirements
1. General Requirements
1)Applicants must be non-Chinese citizens generally under the age of 45 (as of September 1, 2026), be mentally and physically healthy, and possess a valid regular passport.
2)Applicants should be a graduating student of an undergraduate’s program or hold a Bachelor Degree or above.
2. Requirements about Nationalities
Foreign citizens of Chinese origin, including former Chinese citizens who have obtained foreign citizenship, as well as the non-Chinese descendants of present or former Chinese citizens, will have to follow the system instructions to fill in the basic information and upload the supporting documents based on the different citizenship status, and will be subject to a preliminary review of citizenship status by XMU during the admission stage and to verification of citizenship by the entry and exit administration department of China’s public security authorities. Applicants who fail to pass the preliminary review or verification of citizenship will be deemed to have forfeited their eligibility for admission, as well as the subsequent academic registration that they may obtain.
3. Language Proficiency Requirement
2)English proficiency requirements for English-medium programs
TOEFL iBT Certificate: an overall minimum score of 80 (XMU's DI Code for TOEFL is C310)
OR an IELTS Academic Certificate: an overall minimum score of 6.0
OR English-as-medium-of-instruction Certificate from previous university where English is the primary language of instruction.
OR other equivalent English proficiency certificates recognized by XMU
Applicants from countries where English is the official language are exempt from this requirement.
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Fee Structure
Tuition Fee Master RMB 45,000 per year
RMB 90,000 in total (About $ 12,571)Accommodation Fee Siming Campus International Students Apartment Double Room RMB 35 (More Details) Xiang'an Campus International Students Apartment Double Room RMB 1,600 (More Details) Zhangzhou Campus International Students Apartment Quad room RMB 1,100 (More Details) Other Fees Application Fee USD 57 Service Fee USD 200 Living Expense(Per Month) RMB 2,000 to RMB 2,600 - Application Materials
"*" means necessary documents that you must provide in your application.
If you want to book our translation service, please pay and book it at least 2 weeks before the application deadline for submission of all documents;
If you want to book our guardian service, you need to pay and book it 2 months before the application deadline, just in case your application fails because of failed to submit application documents on time.*1. Bachelor’s degree certificate or Certificate of Expected Graduation, bearing the stamp of the university.
(1) Graduating students of bachelor’s degree programs should provide a Certificate of Expected Graduation. They should obtain their bachelor’s degree certificate before their entry to XMU in September of the academic year.
(2) Degree certificates obtained outside the Chinese Mainland should be notarized by the local notary public office.
(3) The originals of the degree certificates and notarized documents should be made available for verification upon enrolment at XMU.*2. Academic transcripts for bachelor's degree studies, bearing the stamp of the University.
(1) Graduating students of bachelor’s programs should provide academic transcripts for each year of bachelor’s degree studies to date.
(2) Bachelor’s degree holders should submit a complete set of academic transcripts for their bachelor’s degree studies.
(3) The results report of internationally accepted or standardized tests, e.g., GRE/GMAT/LSAT. XMU's DI Code for GRE is 4692.*3. Personal Statement (minimum 1,000 words)
which should include a self-introduction, educational experience, motivations, study plan and career aspirations. It needs to be written in Chinese for Chinese-medium programs, in English for English-medium programs.
You can download a template or sample from here.*4. Two Letters of Recommendation signed by professors or associate professors, written in Chinese or English.
With information of the recommender’s names, employer and work position, either signed by the recommender or bearing the stamp of the recommending organization.
*5. A photocopy of English Proficiency Certificate
A TOEFL certificate with 80 points or above, or an IELTS certificate with grade 6.0 or above, or other certificate of English proficiency from an accredited test.
*6. A scanned copy of the first page of the passport (regular passport, valid at least through October 31, 2026)
*7. CV, completed in Chinese or English.
*8. Physical Examination Record for Inbound Travellers
Including chest X ray image, electrocardiogram, laboratory exam results and data sheets of some required items, completed in Chinese or English, with the lower part of the applicant’s photo stamped by the hospital. Physical examination results are valid for 6 months.
You can download a template or sample from here.*9. Financial Support Guarantee Statement and its supporting documents.
You can download a template or sample from here.10. Other materials
Such as publications, competition awards, merit certificates, scientific research activities, academic conference attendance or special skills certificates, could be submitted in the “Other Supporting Materials” section in the application system as well.
*11. Certificate of No Criminal Record
The applicants shall submit a valid Certificate of No Criminal Record issued by the local police, usually within 6 months before the date of submission of the application.
12. Personal portfolios such as videos and artworks, are REQUIRED for art applicants.
*13. Birth certificate
*14. Parents’ identity documents
15. Pre-Acceptance Letter (optional).
Priority of admission will be given to applicants have acquired the pre-acceptance letter signed by the supervisor and stamped by the college.
You can download a template or sample from here.Tips:
For applicants who are in China: If you are an employee, you still need to provide employment separation certificate and your current residence permit. If you are a student, you need to provide transfer certificate, leaving certificate, certificate of attendance rate issued by previous school and your current residence permit. - Video
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