Q&A

Q1. What English-instructed programs are provided by Ocean College?

A1. Both Master’s programs and Doctoral programs are available shown as follows:

2 Postgraduate/Ph.D. programs:

Marine Science

1)        Physical Oceanography

2)        Marine Chemistry

3)        Marine Biology

4)        Marine Pharmacology

5)        Marine Geology

Ocean Engineering

       1)        Marine Information Technology

       2)        Marine Technology and Equipment

       3)        Design and Construction of Ships and Marine Structures

       4)        Coastal and Offshore Engineering

Q2. How to contact the prospective supervisors?

A2. Please click http://oc.zju.edu.cn/lxspy/redir.php?catalog_id=404224.

Q3. What scholarships are provided? Where can I get more specific information?

A3. There are Chinese Government Scholarship(CSC), Zhejiang University Scholarship, Marine Scholarship of China, Zhejiang University Scholarship—Two-High Doctoral Program, and Ocean College Scholarship as well for you.

For more information, please click http://iczu.zju.edu.cn/english/redir.php?catalog_id=248.

Q4. What is the application deadline in 2018?

A4. The application deadlines for different scholarships vary. For Chinese Government Scholarship (CSC), the deadline would be 20th, April, 2018. For Marine Scholarship of China, the deadline would be 30th, April, 2018. For Zhejiang University Scholarship—Two-High Doctoral Program, and Ocean College Scholarship, the application Deadline is May 20, 2018. Please check the scholarship website and keep yourself updated.

Q5. How much is the tuition fee?

A5. Once the scholarship is granted, the tuition fee will be wavered.

Q6. What is the study period of the programs?

A6. Master's Degree Students: 2-3 academic years

Doctoral Degree Students: 3-4 academic years

Q7. Are there any language proficiency requirements?

A7. There are no Chinese language proficiency requirements for the applicants of English-taught programs, but they (except for English native speakers) must have an internet-based TOEFL test score 90 or IELTS test score 6.5 (or above).

Q8. How much is the application fee?

A8. RMB 400 Yuan.

Q9. What materials should I prepare for the application?

A9.

1. Application Form for Admission to Zhejiang University pasted with a recent photograph (white background, 35mm×45mm in size).

Applicants shall fill in and submit the application form via the online application system first (link), then print and sign the Application Form produced by the online application system.

2. A photocopy of passport.

3. Form for Provisional Acceptance of International Student by ZJU Professor, (download). (If any) 

4. Highest degree certificates, which must be original documents or notarized copies. If applicants are university students, they shall provide an official pre-graduation certificate showing their student status and stating expected graduation date. Documents in languages other than Chinese or English must be attached with notarized translations in Chinese or English.

5. Academic transcripts during Bachelor’s degree study, which must be original documents or notarized copies. Documents in languages other than Chinese or English must be attached with notarized translations in Chinese or English.

6. Photocopies of language (Chinese or English) proficiency certificates. Applicants for Chinese-instructed programs must provide the photocopy of HSK certificate. Applicants for English-instructed programs must provide the certificate of TOEFL or IELTS test score. (Not required for English native speakers)

7. Personal statement, in Chinese or English, should include study and work experience, reasons for application and study proposal. No less than 1500 words.

8. Two letters of recommendation from full professors or associate professors, in Chinese or English. (Professors’ signature, contact phone number and email address must be put on the letter.)
9. Published academic papers or other academic achievements. (If any)

10. Remittance receipt of the application fee (RMB 400 Yuan). (Bank account)

Q10. Where can I go to the online application?

A10. Please click http://iczu.zju.edu.cn:8080/zjdxlxszsxt/default_xs_en.jsp.

Q11. Should I mail the hard copy of all the materials?

A11. Applicants shall submit or post all the above-mentioned application materials to the Admission Office of the International College of Zhejiang University in person or entrust others with that by the deadline. The application package should be labeled “Master’s Degree Program Application Materials” or “Doctoral Degree Program Application Materials”.

Q12. Is there any medical insurance?

A12. Students who have paid the whole academic year tuition fees in time or funded by full-scholarship are entitled to the comprehensive Medical Insurance offered by the university. Relevant medical insurance items can be found at www.lxbx.net.

Note: The medical treatment expense for physical or mental diseases which students suffered before coming to China cannot be covered by this insurance.

Q13. How about the accommodation?

A13. There are single-rooms for PhD students and double-rooms for Masters. If you want to live with families, please apply for living outside of campus.

Q14. When can I receive the admission notice?

A14. The name list of admitted applicants will be announced on the International College website http://iczu.zju.edu.cn/english/ in late July 2018. Admission Notice with other relevant documents will be sent out before the end of July, 2018.

Q15. What materials should I prepare for the registration?

A15. Successful applicants should apply for the student visa (X1 visa) to the Chinese embassy or consulate in their home country with passport, “Admission Notice” and “Visa Application for Study in China” and register within the specified time at Zhejiang University. Successful applicants who submitted pre-graduation certificate during the application must provide the original copy or notarized photocopy of degree certificate upon registration; those who fail to provide will be disqualified from admission.


For more information about admission, please download

Admission Brochure, Ocean College, Zhejiang University.pdf

Email of International Affair Office: oc-global@zju.edu.cn