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Master of Advanced Microelectronic Technology and Materials
Xi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University
- Suzhou, China
- 2 years
- English
- On campus
- Master
About the program
A research master's in Taicang leading to a University of Liverpool degree, covering microelectronic materials, micro/nano devices and fabrication.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights: no
- PR pathway friendly: no
Career outcomes
- Micro/nano-device and microsystems design
- Device fabrication and processing
- Research roles in institutes and universities
- Microelectronics industry
Curriculum
- Students study semiconductor materials and devices
- advanced microfabrication
- and micro/nano electromechanical systems and emerging technologies. Core work includes developing a research project and a two-semester industrial research dissertation. Options cover materials characterisation
- crystal defects
- additive manufacturing for micro devices and responsible digital innovation.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Bachelor degree in a subject related to the chosen programme (some accept any discipline)
- with UK 2:1
- North America 3.0/4.0 GPA
- or China 75% (top-100 universities) to 80-85% weighted average.
Accepted academic background
Bachelor degree in a subject related to the chosen programme (some accept any discipline), No work experience required unless the programme states it
Language tests
- IELTS Academic 6.0 overall (min 5.5 each section)
- TOEFL iBT
- PTE Academic equivalents accepted (check official conversion table)
Documents you’ll need
- Personal statement (max 800 words)
- Stamped official university transcripts and grading system
- Degree certificate or enrolment letter
- English proficiency evidence
- Two academic referees contact details
- CV
- Passport information page for international applicants
- Certified translations if required
How to apply
- Confirm that the Sep-2027 intake is offered for the selected programme and pathway in XJTLU's application portal. Prepare a personal statement
- official academic transcripts
- degree certificate or enrolment letter
- English test results if required
- two academic referees' contact details
- a CV
- passport information page. Submit the online master application by 15/06/2027 before 5 pm Beijing time. If eligible for a full-time scholarship
- submit its separate application by the scholarship deadline. Monitor the applicant portal and email for decisions. Accept your offer and pay the 20
- 000 CNY deposit by the date stated in your offer.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | ¥100,000 CNY |
|---|---|
| Application fee | _ |
| Deposit | ¥20,000 CNY |
Program details
| Campus | XJTLU Entrepreneur College (Taicang) |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | School of CHIPS |
| Department | _ |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | _ |
| Study pace | _ |
| Post-study stay | _ |
| Scholarship note | Eligible full-time master applicants may apply for 20%, 30% or 50% entry scholarship, Selected MRes programmes may offer full fee waivers, Apply by 01/11/2026 (Feb) or 01/06/2027 (Sep). |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
February 2027
Apply by
15 Nov 2026
Closes todayProgram starts
September 2027
Apply by
15 Jun 2027
212 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 2 years.
The next deadline is 15 Nov 2026. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is ¥100,000 CNY per year. The deposit is ¥20,000 CNY. The estimated living cost is ¥44,400 CNY.
Accepted language tests: IELTS Academic 6.0 overall (min 5.5 each section), TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic equivalents accepted (check official conversion table).