Degrees
30 Jun 2009
University Level Studies:
University level first stage: Undergraduate:
The Chinese higher education system comprises 4-year undergraduate programmes in universities, specialized institutes and academies, which lead to a Bachelor's Degree (Xueshi), while studies at medical colleges and some polytechnical institutes require 5 years.
University level second stage: Postgraduate:
Students can obtain a Master's Degree (Shuoshi) after three years of successful study following the Bachelor's degree, research and the submission of a thesis. Students are required to study courses in the first half of the study term. They can only enter the dissertation preparation stage if they have completed all required courses and obtained the required minimum of credits.
University level third stage: Doctorate:
Doctoral degree (Boshi) requirements can be completed in a minimum of three years following the Master's degree. Students must have been recommended by at least two associate professors or professors who are specialists in the field. A dissertation must be presented which must prove that the candidate possesses the ability to undertake independent research and has made a significant contribution to the field. Honorary Doctor's degree is conferred by a college or university with the approval of the Degree Committee of the State Council to outstanding scholars.