Biology_MASTER_Postgraduate_Programmes

Biology

Start date

2025/09/01

Duration

3 years

Fees

CNY 42,000 per year

Degree Conferred Master, (Postgraduate)

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 ＞ Programmes＞Postgraduate＞MASTER ＞ Biology

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Major Overview

The Biology Discipline of East China University of Science and Technology adheres to four aspects, biochemistry and molecular biology, microbiology, cell biology and synthetic biology. Among them, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology established a master's program in 1990 and won the right to grant a doctorate in 2006; The master of Microbiology program was approved for construction in 2003. Based on the State Key Laboratory of Bioreactor Engineering, several provincial and ministerial key laboratories, research centers and applied biology departments, this discipline has superior scientific research and teaching conditions. There is an outstanding tutor team composed of distinguished professors. Focusing on national strategic needs and international academic frontiers, this discipline aims at key core technologies and major issues such as life and health. In recent five years, it has undertaken more than 140 national, provincial and ministerial projects. It has formed original achievements in the analysis of enzyme molecular mechanism, real-time monitoring of cell metabolism, analysis of microbial anabolic regulation mechanism, analysis of pathogenic mechanism of pathogenic microorganisms and so on. This discipline has distinctive features, excellent scientific research conditions and teaching resources, and fruitful scientific research and significantly influences home and abroad.

Educational Objectives

This discipline is guided by Xi Jinping's new era of Chinese characteristics, fully implementing the party's educational policy, aims to cultivate biology talents who love the motherland, have good moral character, excellent research style, healthy body and mind, a strong sense of social responsibility, good communication skills, and innovative spirit. Graduates from the Master of Biology should be solidly grasp the basic theory and application foundation, basic skills, and in-depth understanding of the research dynamics and development trends in the field of research direction, master the basic principles and operational skills of common instruments and equipment; at least Learn a foreign language, and can fluently read this professional foreign language information, have good writing skills and practical application capabilities; with independent development of scientific, technical research and development capabilities, good management work, healthy body and psychology.

Academic Structure

The program duration for master’s students is 3 years, with a maximum extension of 5 years. Course credits remain valid for 5 years from the date of enrollment.

Research Fields

Biochemistry and molecular biology
Microbiology
Cell Biology
Synthetic Biology

Credit Requirements

Complete a minimum of 24 credits, typically within the first academic year. Additionally, students must obtain an HSK3 certificate or higher by the time of graduation.

Module Information

Course Module	Course Title	Properties	Credits	Semester
General Courses	A Glimps of China	Compuslory	2	1
	Basic Chinese Ⅰ	Compuslory	2	1
	Basic Chinese Ⅱ	Compuslory	2	2
Discipliinary Courses	Analytical Methods of Biomacromolecules	Compuslory	2	2
	Biocatalysis and Enzyme Technology	Compuslory	2	1
	Microbial Physiology and Metabolic Regulation	Compuslory	2	1
	Biochemistry and Molecular Biology	Compuslory	2	2
	Seminar	Compuslory	2	1 & 2
	Bioseparation technology	Elective	1	1
	Molecular Immunology	Elective	2	2
	Molecular Biology in Life Process	Elective	2	1
	Biomass Process Engineering for Bioenergy Production	Elective	2	1
	Advanced Bioreaction Engineering	Elective	2	1
	Design of Experiments and Data Analysis in Chemical Engineering	Elective	2	2
	Advanced Analysis Chemistry	Elective	2	1
	Frontiers in molecular biology	Elective	2	1
	Synthetic biology and natural products	Elective	2	1

Graduation Requirements

Midterm Evaluation (3rd Semester)

Complete all required course credits prior to the evaluation.
Submit two literature reviews and pass experimental skill tests.

Defend a thesis proposal, including a literature review and research plan.
Publication

Comply with the requirements set by the Academic Degree Committee.
Thesis & Defense

Write and defend a thesis (Chinese or English accepted). The thesis must demonstrate research competence and adhere to intellectual property regulations.
Degree Award

Degree approval follows China's Interim Degree Regulations and the guidelines set by ECUST.

Entry Requirements

1 . Proof of English proficiency with a minimum TOEFL score of 80, IELTS score of 6.0, or Duolingo score of 105, or evidence of prior education in English.
2 . Applicants without language scores may submit provisional applications and must provide proof of Chinese proficiency to receive the final admission offer.
3 . Completion of a Bachelor’s degree or higher academic qualifications.
4 . No criminal record and in good physical and mental health.
5 . Must be 18 years of age or older.

Fees and Scholarships

The tuition fee covers the cost of your tuition, examination and graduation.

Application Fee

600 CNY

Tuition Fee

42,000 CNY/Year

Scholarship

1. Chinese Government Scholarship (CGS)

Type A: Bilateral Program / ASEAN-China Young Leaders Scholarship (ACYLS) / EU Program / AUN Program / China-Africa Friendship Program, etc.

Steps to Apply:

Step 1: Apply to the dispatching authorities for overseas study in your home country for CGS opportunities.
Step 2: Contact the College of International Education to obtain a Pre-Admission Notice.
Step 3: Visit the CGS Information Management System for International Students, submit your online application, and select East China University of Science and Technology as the application institution.
Step 4: Submit all your application documents to the dispatching authorities before the deadline and download the application form.

Type B: High-level Postgraduate Program / Belt and Road Program, etc.

Steps to Apply:

Visit the CGS Information Management System for International Students to submit your online application.
Use the agency number 10251 for East China University of Science and Technology when applying.
Download the application form after submitting your online application.

2. Shanghai Government Scholarship (SGS)

Visit the Shanghai Government Scholarship Online Application System to submit your online application and download the application form.
For detailed information about CGS Type A, refer to the official CGS website and the notice from your home country’s local international student dispatch department.
Information for CGS Type B and SGS will be notified separately.

Application Process

Get approval from one of these supervisors
View the list of supervisors
Submit your application online:
Visit the ECUST online application system to register and upload your application documents following the system prompts. Please ensure you submit only one application; duplicate applications are not allowed.
Pay the application fee of 600 CNY:
If online payment is not possible, please transfer the application fee to ECUST’s official bank account and email the remittance receipt to cie@ecust.edu.cn.

Note: Your application will be considered invalid if the application fee is not paid.
The fee is non-refundable once paid.
You may have many questions on what to do next. Find out more on our 'How to Apply' page.

Student Experience

At ECUST, students find themselves at the epicenter of the university's global reputation for academic excellence. In this vibrant community, every student is not only a part of their academic department but also a valued member. This dual membership offers students the best of both worlds: the prestige associated with being part of a leading institution and the warmth and camaraderie of a close-knit community.

Find out more on our 'Campus life'.