University of Nottingham Ningbo China
BSc, International Economics and Trade (4+0)
BachelorPROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
Only available in 1 study model which is 4+0 (4 years studying in China)
Course overview
This course is based on an equivalent programme at The University of Nottingham, UK (L60 Economics and International Economics). However, it may span four years rather than three to incorporate a preliminary year which predominantly covers English language skills.
As one of the first students to complete this course at the University of Nottingham Ningbo China, you have the added advantage of exploring economics from the vantage point of China ‒ the second-largest economy in the world after three decades of rapid growth and social development. Your insights into the world's most remarkable economic success story along with your unique international experience will impress any future employer.
On this Bachelor of Science (Honours) degree programme, you will enjoy all the benefits that come with this distinctive and intellectually rigorous training for the next generation of economists. By the time you graduate you will:
- have a thorough understanding of economic theory and quantitative methods
- be familiar with the key analytical techniques that economists use
- have the expertise to analyse international economic issues
- have specialist insights into China's place in the world economy
You will be taught by leading scholars in the field of economics. As an undergraduate, you can expect to study in an intellectually stimulating environment with other bright students from around the globe.
Special features
- Expert academics who are pushing forward the boundaries of the subject.
- Get a global perspective by studying aboard as part of your degree.
- Provides guidance and advice from your personal tutor and dissertation supervisor.
Course structure
The degree is offered as a three or four-year programme depending on your entry qualification.
- For domestic students the course structure follows the Chinese higher education system and is based on a four-year program.
- For international students, with relevant qualifications, the course structure follows the UK higher education system and is based on a three-year program.
Careers and further study
Many students will pursue careers in banks and accounting firms after graduation, such as Deutsche Bank, PwC, Citibank, KPMG, Bank of Communications Shanghai Branch, etc.
An economics graduate from UNNC is highly sought after in the job market and is well-placed to progress to graduate study.
- 88% of our undergraduates enter Masters courses, mainly overseas.
- 71% of our undergraduates go to world top 100 universities, including Chicago, Oxford, LSE etc.
Qualifications:
1. High school graduate and above.
2. Non-Chinese citizens who hold a foreign passport and comply with the relevant regulations set by the “Document No. 12 (2020) of Ministry of Education of the PRC.".
(http://www.moe.gov.cn/srcsite/A20/moe_850/202006/t20200609_464159.html)
3. Physically and mentally healthy.
4. Applicants under 18 years old (Per September 1st) should provide a letter of guarantee for their guardian in China (notarization required).
Application Documents:
1. Passport: Please scan your passport ID page. If there is any additional or change of the name, please also provide the endorsement page.(bit.ly/ContohPassport) (bit.ly/ContohEndorsement)
2. Recent photo, with the following format: Recent full-faced photo (the head occupies 70% of the size of the photo); the aspect ratio is 4:3; white background without borders; the size must be between 100-500KB (*.jpg,*.jpeg). (bit.ly/Contoh_Photo)
3. Language Certificates
- For English-Taught program: IELTS with an overall score of 5.5-6.5 or TOEFL IBT 85 (subject to each university)
- For Chinese-Taught program: HSK 4-6 (level and minimum score are subject to each major and university)
4. High school diploma (for bachelor degree applicants) and Bachelor or Master diploma (for master and doctoral degree applicants), students who hasn’t graduated should provide an official statement from high school or university as a guarantee of the graduation date (Pre-Graduation Statement). (bit.ly/PreGraduationLetter) (bit.ly/PreGraduationLetter2)
5. High school transcripts (for bachelor degree applicants) and university transcripts (for master and doctoral degree applicants), page sorted from first semester to last or latest semester in one PDF file. Please contact your school to get ‘1 sheet’ kinds of transcripts. (bit.ly/ContohOnePageTranscript)
6. 2 (two) recommendation letters from your teachers in high school (for bachelor degree applicants) and two university professors (for master and doctoral degree applicants) along with letterhead, stamp from the school, and sign. Please also include the email and phone number of the recommenders.
7. Study Plan / Personal Statement, approximately 800 words (English/Mandarin) and must be signed with a clear name. You could check general personal statement points grid here (bit.ly/PoinPersonalStatement)
8. Additional requirements that apply vary from university to university, for example:
- Entrance Examination / Interview.
- Financial Statement (from Bank). (bit.ly/ContohFinancialCertificateProof)
- Curriculum Vitae (CV), you can check the sample or simply look up on google (bit.ly/Contoh_CurriculumVitae_CV)
- Certificate of Non-Criminal Record Report(SKCK) from the Local Indonesian Police. (bit.ly/ContohSKCK)
- Foreigner Physical Examination Form (Medical Check-up Report). (bit.ly/SayaratPengisianForm) (bit.ly/PhysicalExaminationForm)
Note:
- Documents number 4-6 above, MUST be translated into English / Mandarin by the school or a sworn translator, and need to be legalized.
- Please neatly SCAN each file in pdf format, the size must not be more than 1 MB (except the recent photo must comply with the requirements above), then upload everything into the system (www.greatwall.co.id).
1. Tuition: RMB 110,000 per year
2. Text books for undergraduates: flat fee of RMB 2,500 per year (only for Year 1 students), If your books do not total RMB 2,500 at the end of each academic year, you will be refunded the difference.
3. Accommodation costs: approximately RMB 5,000 – 16,000 per year for overseas students, depending on the type of accommodation.
4. Living costs: RMB 16,200 - 31,500 per year for living expenses.
5. Compulsory insurance: RMB 800 per year for undergraduates.
6. Campus card fees: RMB 200 for the first year if you choose to live on the campus. And the money will be used to pre-charge utilities.