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Foundation of Pre-University Program
- Shanghai, China
- 0.5 years
- Chinese
- On campus
- Foundation
About the program
One-semester pre-university programme preparing international students for Shanghai University bachelor study.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights: no
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Apply core concepts and methods in Pre-University Program (2027 Spring Intake) to practical and academic problems. Develop and demonstrate skills relevant to science
- engineering or humanities
- economics
- as reflected in the supplied curriculum summary. Use critical thinking
- ethical judgment and effective communication in discipline-related projects.
Career outcomes
- Further study: Shanghai University bachelor programmes (with HSK 4/5 score of 180 or above and a CSCA pass)
Curriculum
- One semester in two tracks
- science and engineering or humanities
- economics and management
- mainly taught in Chinese. Content covers preparation for the CSCA test
- HSK mock tests and guidance on applying to Shanghai University bachelor programmes for the following September.
Entry requirements
Academic
- High school diploma or equivalent (pre-graduation certificate accepted)
- aged 16 to 24
- non-Chinese citizen
- good health
- no criminal record
- HSK 3 score 180 or above (case by case if not met).
Accepted academic background
High school diploma or equivalent (pre-graduation certificate accepted); aged 16 to 24; non-Chinese citizen; good health, no criminal record
Language tests
- HSK 180
How to apply
- Review the program admission requirements and intake availability. Prepare your academic records and required supporting documents. Submit the application through the institution's approved application process. Provide language proficiency evidence and pay any application fee when applicable. Monitor the application status and respond to requests for additional information.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | ¥26,000 CNY |
|---|---|
| Application fee | ¥500 CNY |
| Deposit | _ |
Program details
| Campus | Shanghai |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | College of International Education |
| Department | _ |
| Teaching language | Chinese |
| Credit value | _ |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | _ |
| Scholarship note | The source record indicates potential scholarship opportunities. Award amounts, eligibility criteria and intake conditions must be confirmed before applying. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
March 2027
Apply by
30 Dec 2026
46 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 0.5 years.
The next deadline is 30 Dec 2026. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is ¥26,000 CNY per year. The application fee is ¥500 CNY. The estimated living cost is ¥64,675 CNY.
Accepted language tests: HSK 180.

