Fudan University

Fudan University

Science of Religion (Chinese Religious) (School of Philosophy)

Master
BASIC INFORMATION
STARTING DATE
: September, 2025
DURATION
: 2 YEARS
TEACHING LANGUAGE
: English
APPLICATION DEADLINE
: March, 2025
TUITION FEE
: RMB 50,000
APPLICATION FEE
: RMB 800
SERVICE FEE
: FREE
CONTACT US FOR ANY QUESTION
TELP
: 082145679188
EMAIL
: [email protected]

Overview

In recent decades, discussion in public sphere and academic research about Chinese religions is becoming a cross-cultural phenomenon, in the tide of globalization and revitalization of faith. For the purpose of training experts in the future and promising young scholars in the field of Chinese religions, the School of Philosophy Fudan University resolves to launch a master program for Chinese religious studies in English, starting in fall semester 2015, which is open for global application. The School of Philosophy Fudan University has long-term corporation and friendship with all religious communities in Shanghai as well as in Mainland China. This program plans to organize regular visits for all students, and provides field research possibilities, so that students are able to have direct encounter with living Chinese religions, besides understanding the theory and classical texts.

Years of study M.A. Program

This is a two-year degree program. 

For the details of the program, please check here

General Qualifications

  1. Possess a High School Diploma or equivalent qualification.
  2. Applicants must be non-Chinese citizens holding a valid foreign passport and must comply with the relevant regulations stipulated in "Document No. 12 (2020) of the Ministry of Education of the PRC."
  3. Must be in good physical and mental health.
  4. Applicants who will be under 18 years of age (as of September) must provide a notarized Letter of Guarantee from their designated guardian in China.


General Application Documents

  1. Scanned Copy of Passport: Including the photo page and the endorsement page (page 3 or 4, if there has been an addition or change of name). (bit.ly/ContohPassport) (bit.ly/ContohEndorsement)
  2. Recent Passport-Sized Photograph, formatted as follows: A recent full-faced photo (head must occupy 70% of the photo size); aspect ratio 4:3; white background without borders; size 100-500KB (*.jpg, *.jpeg). (bit.ly/ContohPhoto)
  3. Language Proficiency Certificates:
  • English Taught: IELTS with an overall score of 5.5/6.0 or TOEFL iBT 85 (requirements vary by university).
  • Chinese Taught: HSK 4–6 (levels and minimum scores vary by major and university).
  1. Academic Diplomas: High School Diploma (for Bachelor's Degree applicants) or Bachelor's/Master's Diploma (for Master's/Doctoral Degree applicants). Applicants who have not yet graduated must submit an official Pre-Graduation Statement from their high school or university. (bit.ly/PreGraduationLetter)
  2. Academic Transcripts: High School Transcripts (for Bachelor's Degree) or University Transcripts (for Master's/Doctoral Degrees), compiled into a single file. Please ensure the transcripts are provided as a comprehensive 'one-sheet' document, if available from the issuing institution. (bit.ly/ContohOnePageTranscript)
  3. Two (2) Letters of Recommendation: Required from two high school teachers (for Bachelor's Degree) or two university professors/associate professors (for Master's/Doctoral Degrees). Letters must be issued on official letterhead, bear an official stamp from the institution, and include the recommender's email and phone number.
  4. Study Plan or Personal Statement: Approximately 800 words, written in English or Mandarin (corresponding to the chosen language of instruction). The statement must be clearly signed by the applicant. General guidance points are available here: (bit.ly/PoinPersonalStatement)
  5. Additional Requirements: Specific requirements vary by university. Examples include:
  • Entrance Examination/Interview.
  • Financial Statement (from Bank).
  • Certificate of Non-Criminal Record (SKCK) issued by the local Indonesian Police. (bit.ly/ContohSKCK)
  • Medical Check-Up Report. (bit.ly/SayaratPengisianForm) (bit.ly/PhysicalExaminationForm)


Note

  • Documents 4 through 6 MUST be translated into English or Mandarin and officially legalized by the issuing institution. Alternatively, the services of a sworn translator may be utilized.
  • Please neatly scan each document into PDF format. The file size for each document must not exceed 46 MB (the passport photograph must adhere to the specific requirements listed above). All documents must then be uploaded to the system at www.greatwall.co.id.