PKU Shenzhen: make your next step China

China is set to become the world’s number two destination for international students. But there is a number two spot that China already occupies: its globalized economy has swiftly risen to become the second largest in the world.

The growth of the economy cannot be separated from the growth of talent. China’s universities have steadily climbed international rankings and now occupy top spots. These days, there are innovative, affordable and fully-English language Master’s programs offered in China which can transform you into an informed, connected and global future leader.

Shenzhen is at the center of this progress. It’s where youth, global connections, education, business and technology come together. The Greater Bay Area is becoming an international economic hub unrivaled by any other in the world. Shenzhen, at only 40 years old, is attracting China’s top tech companies as well as talents able to utilize new technology for global change.

You are not alone in thinking China could be your next step. Thinking about applying to PKU Shenzhen? We are always here to help.

Preparation for your future
Before submitting an application, good preparation is crucial. Have a clear picture in your mind of what you really want to do or achieve, and think about why graduate school is the right springboard to help you reach your goals.

Think about the culture and atmosphere of the university and whether it is a good fit for you or not. Peking University (PKU), is a comprehensive university that emphasizes the values of Patriotism, Progress, Democracy, and Science, together with its educational standards of Diligence, Precision, Factualism, and Innovation. We welcome you to join our community and enjoy your time learning at PKU. You can find out more about the lifestyles of students at PKU Shenzhen by checking out the articles on the school blog: thenanyan.com.

Studying at PKU Shenzhen (PKUSZ)
PKUSZ is the second campus of PKU. It is located in southern China. PKUSZ is comprised of eight academic schools: the School of Electronic and Computer Engineering, the School of Chemical Biology and Biotechnology, the School of Environment & Energy, the School of Urban Planning & Design, the School of Advanced Materials, the HSBC Business School, the School of Transnational Law and the School of Humanities & Social Sciences.

You can meet friends from around the world and enjoy the lifestyle of a highly-developed city.

Internationalized English Programs
Currently, two of the academic schools at PKUSZ — HSBC Business School (PHBS) and School of Transnational Law (STL) — offer fully-English language programs. These schools boast a highly qualified and diverse faculty and the top international accreditation.

Here are the English-language programs currently offered at PKUSZ:

PHBS:
– Master of Management

– Master of Finance

– Master of Economics

– MBA (Chinese-English program)

STL:
– LL.M.

These degrees are two-year programs. However, many students are also able to complete internships in their second year.

Start application
If you're interested, go directly to the website of the school you are interested in to find the most relevant and up-to-date information.

PHBS: https://english.phbs.pku.edu.cn/academics/Master/

STL: https://stl.pku.edu.cn/programs/llm/

There is still time to apply! The deadline for applications is March 31, 2021 (Beijing Time).

If you are interested, find the information on the website of the individual school and follow their instructions for applying. Do not hesitate to contact admissions staff if you have any enquiries.

Essential documents:
1) Completed Peking University Application Form for International Students with a recent photograph

2) Statement of Purpose in English (no longer than two pages, double-spaced)

3) Notarized copies of degree certificate in English (graduating students shall present a letter of certification for graduation)

4) Confidential Recommendation Forms from two referees

5) Official transcripts, in English, from all the universities the applicant has attended

6) Certified TOEFL or IELTS score reports

7) Copy of passport

8) CV

Once again, check out the websites of STL or PHBS and contact admissions staff to get the best tips and guidance.

Here is some general advice for your Statement of Purpose:
1) State your abilities and strengths which match the program.

2) Outline your achievements.

3) Tell the admissions team why the school and its program is the place for you.

4) Make it concise and catch our attention. The prose should be coherent and free of any grammatical errors.

Another thing to take note of is that PKU requires you to mail your application materials to the specified address. Contact the admissions staff to ensure this process goes smoothly for you. It is encouraged to have a check-list for all your application materials to ensure that every piece of your application is successfully received.

Useful contacts:
PHBS International Office: int.admission@phbs.pku.edu.cn

School of Transnational Law: llm@stl.pku.edu.cn

Useful links:
1. PHBS website: https://english.phbs.pku.edu.cn/

2. STL website: https://stl.pku.edu.cn/

3. PKUSZ News - the Nanyan Observer: https://thenanyan.com/

4. PKUSZ website: https://english.pkusz.edu.cn/index.jsp

Nanyan News Reporter Andrew Fong Tsz Hei contributed to the writing of this article.

Acknowledgements: Thanks for the information provided by Juan Diego Sánchez Fernández and Chinwe Alli from the School of Transnational Law, as well as Adel Moin and Gillian Mutyambizi from PKU HSBC Business School. They contributed various points of view and details of their own applications.