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Master of Industrial Catalysis
East China University of Science and Technology
- Shanghai, China
- 3 years
- English
- On campus
- Master
About the program
Doctoral programme in Industrial Catalysis in the School of Chemistry and Molecular Engineering at ECUST, Taught in English.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (0 year): no
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Develop academic knowledge of Industrial Catalysis
- Strengthen research and critical-thinking skills
- And apply relevant subject concepts to course assessments and practical examples.
Career outcomes
- Scientific research and technological development in universities
- Large and medium-sized enterprises
- Research institutions
Curriculum
- Four-year academic PhD with at least 12 credits in year one. Compulsory: A Glimpse of China
- Basic Chinese I and II. Electives include frontiers of chemical engineering
- Energy chemical engineering
- Advanced organic and inorganic chemistry and catalyst characterization. Research fields: applied chemistry and industrial catalysis. Midterm evaluation
- Literature reviews
- Publication and thesis defence.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Bachelor's degree or above
- Foreign passport holder in good health
- Transcripts
- Two recommendation letters
- Study plan
- English-taught programmes need TOEFL iBT 80
- IELTS 6.0 or Duolingo 105
- Or a previous degree taught in English.
Accepted academic background
Bachelor's degree or above, Foreign passport holder in good health, Transcripts, Two recommendation letters, Study plan.
Language tests
- IELTS 6.0
- TOEFL iBT 80
- Duolingo 105
Documents you’ll need
- Passport Copy
- Bachelor Degree Certificate
- Academic Transcripts
- Proof of Language Proficiency
- Two Academic Recommendation Letters
- Study Plan.
How to apply
- Check eligibility and deadlines: for the 2026 intake CGS 2026-02-15
- Shanghai Government Scholarship 2026-04-15
- Self-sponsored 2026-06-15
- 2027 dates not yet published. Apply through the institution's online admissions process and pay the 600 CNY non-refundable application fee. Upload passport
- Degree certificate
- Transcripts
- Language certificate
- Acceptance letter if the school asks
- Two recommendation letters
- 800-word study plan
- Non-criminal record
- Financial statement and physical examination form. The college screens applications
- Then sends strong ones for academic review. Admitted applicants receive an admission notice and visa application form
- After tuition payment ECUST provides the study-visa documents. Register within the period the university sets.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | ¥81,000 CNY |
|---|---|
| Application fee | ¥600 CNY |
| Deposit | ¥2,000 CNY |
Program details
| Campus | Xuhui Campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | School of Chemistry and Molecular Engineering |
| Department | Department of Industrial Catalysis |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 28 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 0 year |
| Scholarship note | Eligible students may consult the institution for current scholarships and award criteria, Availability varies by program. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
15 Jun 2027
214 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 3 years.
The next deadline is 15 Jun 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is ¥81,000 CNY per year. The application fee is ¥600 CNY. The deposit is ¥2,000 CNY. The estimated living cost is ¥64,675 CNY.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.0, TOEFL iBT 80, Duolingo 105.

