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Entry Requirements
(1)Good physical and mental health (no infectious or contagious diseases and no physical or mental disorders that could interfere with regular study).
(2)Applicants should be under 23 by September 1st, 2026 (Birth date must be on or after Sept. 2nd, 2003).
(3)Applicants should hold a high school graduation certificate or diploma by September 1st, 2026.
(4)Applicants should be competent in performing scientific research and maintain a good academic grade level. The requirement for previous academic grade level is an average score of 75% and above. NPU accepts international standardized tests such as SAT(Score Send Code: 54421)/A-Level/IB or regional high school graduation examination.
Applicants should provide the test results of CSCA(China Scholastic Competency Assessment) or Screenshot exam of exam registration (expected test date no later than April 2026), with scores to be supplemented before May 20th, 2026.
(5)Language: IELTS Academic Test overall 6.0 or above (no less than 5.5 in each element)
TOEFL 80 or above (iBT/iBT Home Edition/MyBest Scores，DI code C317)
Duolingo English Test (115 or above)
Cambridge International Advanced LEVEL English course--A
Cambridge Main Suite Examinations(FCE≥169 or CAE≥180 or CPE）
Note: For the list of English-speaking countries, please refer to the official website of NPU International College, download here.
Choosing ReasonsMORE
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Reasons from C****************
FROM WHAT I HAVE RESEARCHED,THE UNIVERSITY HAS GREAT FACILITIES AND INFRASTRUCTURE. I BELIEVE IT IS A GREAT PLACE TO LEARN ABOUT CHINA AND TO STUDY AERONAUTICAL ENGINEERING. THE SCHOOL NOT ONLY PROMOTES ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE BUT ALSO EMPHASIZES THE IMPORTANCE OF EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
- 7 Years ago
- Name:CH***************
- From:Zambia
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Because this university is recognized and every student guarentees for its best study environment.
- 7 Years ago
- Name:Bu*************
- From:Pakistan
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I was looking for a place offering me first class education in a well known institution with a competitive learning atmosphere, famous for its welcoming people and rich traditions. I wished to study where students can easily adapt to the existing culture and norms and where english is a medium of Instruction. And I think this University Provides it all.
- 8 Years ago
- Name:Ij********
- From:Pakistan
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I choose this university, for a better background education in engineering, and also an opportunity to visit china and learn her culture.
- 8 Years ago
- Name:An*************
- From:Nigeria
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i read it's one of china best universities in engineering.
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Special Requirements
Attend Online Test: Required - CSCA (Learn More)You need to attend an online test, and the university can see if you can be accepted according to your result.
Pay Deposit Before Getting Admission Letter: Required, and You Will Need to Pay 2,000 RMBYou will need to pay 2,000 RMB as a deposit to the university before you can get admission letter, and usually it will be used as part of the tuition fee.
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Program Highlights
- Jiadong Xu who is MSC of NPU has achieved "National Special Allowance of Awards " and "Merit Citation Class I of Aeronautical Research ".
- The 2 disciplines which are circuit and systems, signal and information processing in 211 Project are provincial and national level key disciplines.
- The School has ecooperated with University of Adelaide, University of Sydney, Imperial College, University of Surrey, University of London, Paris Technical Telecom, Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology, Rockwell Collins and etc.
- The School actively participates in holding national and international conferences, including IEEE ICIEA09 and PIERS2010.
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Program Description
1. Program Description
Editor Notes: After 4-years' study, students can do a broad range of research activitie.
Aerospace Engineering is a four-year program. Undergraduates will have specialized courses from this unique specialty after they have completed the General Education Courses, Basic Technical Courses and Specialized Courses.
Students shall develop balanced qualities among morals, intelligence and physical education and obtain basic qualification for being senior engineers in our college.
The graduates will be capable doing a broad range of research activities, such as flight vehicle conceptual design, structure design, structure dynamics analysis, flight mechanics and dynamics, aerodynamic engineering calculation of flight vehicle, spacecraft dynamics and control, system simulation and computer application, automatic control engineering, and doing research and development works in other related field.
2. Main Courses
Editor Notes: The courses list below are only for reference as it may change every year.
General design of missile, structural mechanics of aircraft, structural design, general design of space vehicle, aerodynamics engineering calculation of aircraft, flight trajectory of missile, dynamic characteristics analysis of missile, flight mechanics of spacecraft, foundation of satellite positioning
3. Introduction of School of Astronautics
Editor Notes: School of Astronautics is one of the earliest to focus on the astronautical technology in China.
School of Astronautics was founded in 1958, based on Department of Aerospace Engineering and is one of the earliest to focus on the astronautical technology in China. In December 1988, Department of Aerospace Engineering was developed into School of Aerospace Engineering, and in July 2003 it was officially renamed as School of Astronautics. After 50 years' development, the School of Astronautics has formed a high-leveled team led by academicians and well-known experts. By May 2013, there are 124 full-time staff, including: 31 professors, 35 associate professors, 28 doctoral supervisors, 6 administrative staff and 10 experimental technicians. 104 teachers hold a doctor's degree, accounting for 84% of the total number. There are 2 members of the Chinese Academy of Engineering.
Currently, school of astronautics is composed of 5 departments, 1 research institution, 2 National Key Laboratory, 2 Provincial Key Laboratory and Engineering Research Center . There are 3 Post-doctoral Research Center: Aeronautical and Astronautical Science and Technology, Control Theory and Control Engineering, Armament Science and Technology. It provides 4 bachelor degree programs: Flight Vehicle Designand Engineering; Detection, Guidance and Control; Flight Vehicle Propulsion Engineering and aerospace engineering. Currently, there are 1500 students studying in the school, 800 of which are undergraduates.
Following the spirit of NPU, which is “firm basic knowledge, industries and serious work, plain and guileless style, creative and brave innovation”, School of Astronautics has made remarkable achievement in training students and had high social reputation. It has cultivated more than 6000 senior talents specialized in aeronautics and astronautics, 2 of which are China's Top Ten Outstanding Youth.
Aiming at applying basic research into practice and meeting needs of national strategy, School of Astronautics undertook many research tasks and a number of important research results have been achieved, including development of more than 20 types of space vehicles, carrier rocket and satellites. The school was cited by Manned Space Engineering Office for it's remarkable contributions to China’s first manned flight test. School of Astronautics has become an influential institute in training excellent students and doing scientific research.
4. School Introduction
Editor Notes: NPU has gained international recognition for its work in the fields of aeronautics, astronautics, and marine technology.
Northwestern Polytechnical University(NPU) is classed as a key university in China's 985 and 211 Projects, and is affiliated to the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology. It is also a member of the “Excellent Union 9 (E9)” in China.
Originally founded as the State Northwest Polytechnic Institute in 1938, NPU has developed into an open and research-oriented University by bringing its founding spirit of inquiry and innovation into a wide-ranging curriculum that now includes the Humanities, Law, Management and Foreign Languages. And by incorporating three of China's leading engineering schools， NPU has gained international recognition for its work in the fields of aeronautics, astronautics, and marine technology. Learn More>>
5. Colourful Life
Editor Notes: There are a variety kind of activities international students can choose to take part in.
A Wonderful Basketball Match
Root-Seeking Journey
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Entry Requirements
(1)Good physical and mental health (no infectious or contagious diseases and no physical or mental disorders that could interfere with regular study).
(2)Applicants should be under 23 by September 1st, 2026 (Birth date must be on or after Sept. 2nd, 2003).
(3)Applicants should hold a high school graduation certificate or diploma by September 1st, 2026.
(4)Applicants should be competent in performing scientific research and maintain a good academic grade level. The requirement for previous academic grade level is an average score of 75% and above. NPU accepts international standardized tests such as SAT(Score Send Code: 54421)/A-Level/IB or regional high school graduation examination.
Applicants should provide the test results of CSCA(China Scholastic Competency Assessment) or Screenshot exam of exam registration (expected test date no later than April 2026), with scores to be supplemented before May 20th, 2026.
(5)Language: IELTS Academic Test overall 6.0 or above (no less than 5.5 in each element)
TOEFL 80 or above (iBT/iBT Home Edition/MyBest Scores，DI code C317)
Duolingo English Test (115 or above)
Cambridge International Advanced LEVEL English course--A
Cambridge Main Suite Examinations(FCE≥169 or CAE≥180 or CPE）
Note: For the list of English-speaking countries, please refer to the official website of NPU International College, download here.
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Fee Structure
Tuition Fee Bachelor RMB 25,000 per year
RMB 100,000 in total (About $ 13,968)Accommodation Fee International Students Apartment Double Room RMB 600 to RMB 7,200 (More Details) Single Room RMB 10,800 (More Details) Triple Room RMB 5,400 (More Details) Other Fees Application Fee USD 85 Service Fee USD 200 Living Expense(Per Month) RMB 2,000 to RMB 2,500 - Application Materials
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*2. English proficiency test certificate
Students who are exempt from providing English proficiency certificate should from countries listed in the downloaded file.
You can download a template or sample from here.*3. Personal or parents' Bank statements of the last six months(5000USD).
*4. Physical Examination Certificate base on the prescribed format which should be produced within the last 6 months
You can download a template or sample from here.*5. Personal statement (base on given template) and CV.
You can download a template or sample from here.6. Notarized copies of other awards or academic achievements (if any).
*7. A scanned copy of the high school academic transcript for the entire high school period.
Academic Transcripts in languages other than Chinese or English should be translated into Chinese or English and be certified by notarization. Both original and official English translated version are required.
If the applicant has not yet completed the high school study, the applicant should provide the transcript for all semesters up to the time of application.*8. A clearly scanned copy of the high school graduation certificate.
Certificate in languages other than Chinese or English should be translated into Chinese or English and be certified by notarization. Both original and official English translated version are required.
A scanned copy of the pre-graduation certificate is required if the applicant has not yet earned the high school graduation certificate. Please resubmit the original high school graduation certificate or original notarized high school graduation certificate prior to registration.*9. Passport photo
One passport photo taken in recent time.
*10. A copy of the personal information page of your valid passport
Applicants currently residing in mainland China must also provide a scanned copy of the currently valid visa page or residence permit page. The passport should be valid until October 30, 2026 at least.
*11. CSCA Test Transcript(s)
-You need to take the official CSCA test organized by the Chinese government and submit the corresponding subject result transcript(s) when applying. Learn more about the CSCA test >>
You can download a template or sample from here.
-The test covers Chinese (Humanities and STEM Chinese), Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry. Mathematics is required for all programs, while other subjects depend on the university’s specific requirements.
-We are updating detailed information for each university, including the required subjects you have to take for each program and their score requirements. Once the updates are ready, you can check the attachment and information here for this university for the latest information. If no attachment is available yet, it usually means the university has not announced further details.
-NPU accepts initial submission of exam registration screenshots no later than April 2026, with scores to be submitted later. The final deadline for supplementary submission is May 20,2026. Applicants with a valid HSK 5 certificate can be exempted from the Chinese test.Tips:
For applicants who are in China: If you are an employee, you still need to provide employment separation certificate and your current residence permit. If you are a student, you need to provide transfer certificate, leaving certificate, certificate of attendance rate issued by previous school and your current residence permit. - Video
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