Master of Public Administration is a global academic program that is offered by School of International and Public Affairs (SIPA) to fresh university graduates and experienced professional. The course mainly focuses on the principles of public administration, public policy management and its implementation. The course is taught by experienced professionals. The learning takes place under an instructional framework, where theory is paired with seminars, contemporary case studies and discussion sessions.
Program Objective:
The program affords a distinct advantage to the aspiring practitioners and researchers alike, by enhancing their professional skills, familiarizing them with a public manager’s challenges. During the coursework, the students will polish their analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills. The program enables the students to assume effective leadership roles in the society.
Program Summary:
Duration: 2 years
Language: English-taught
Program credits: 25
Thesis: Compulsory
Program Type: Full time
Fee: 100,000 RMB per year
Eligibility
The following are general requirements for application to SJTU International Graduate Programs.
1. Applicants must be non-Chinese citizens holding a foreign ordinary passport for private purposes.
Note: Whether an applicant holds Chinese nationality is determined by the exit and entry administration authorities of China’s public security organs. If, during the application or admission process or after enrollment, an applicant is determined by the competent authorities to hold Chinese nationality, or is found not to meet the University’s eligibility requirements, the University will revoke the applicant’s eligibility to apply, admission offer, eligibility to enroll, or student status, as applicable to the stage concerned.
2. Applicants must be of good character and in good physical and mental health, and must meet the medical examination requirements prescribed by the Chinese authorities and the University. They should have an understanding of and a friendly attitude toward China, be willing to abide by Chinese laws and regulations and the University’s rules, and have no criminal record or record of other violations of laws, regulations or disciplinary rules.
3. Applicants for master’s programs must hold a degree equivalent to a Chinese bachelor’s degree. Applicants for doctoral programs must hold a degree equivalent to a Chinese master’s degree. Applicants in their final year of study who have not yet obtained the required degree may apply with a certificate of expected graduation issued by their university. They must obtain the degree required for their chosen program before registration and enrollment.
4. Applicants must meet the applicable Chinese or English proficiency requirements specified in the Language Requirements for SJTU International Graduate Programs.
Online Application
1. Application Timeline Beijing Time
November 5, 2026: Applications open.
December 15, 2026: First-round application deadline for the Chinese Government Scholarship through the University.
February 15, 2027: Final application deadline for the Chinese Government Scholarship through the University.
March 31, 2027: Application deadline for the Shanghai Government Scholarship and SJTU Scholarships.
May 31, 2027: Application deadline for self-funded applicants.
2. How to Apply
Applicants must log in the University’s online application system for international students (http://apply.sjtu.edu.cn), complete the application form fully and accurately, upload all required documents, and submit their application.
For further application‑related information, please visit Study @ SJTU: https://global.sjtu.edu.cn/en/study-sjtu/prospective/degree-programs/267