Founded in 1898, Peking University was the first national university in China to offer academic training in a wide range of disciplines. Peking University has a long history and rich cultural heritage. For more than 100 years, Peking University, as one of the top universities in China, has held fast to the educational philosophies of freedom of thought and inclusiveness. As a result, the university has attracted large numbers of renowned scholars, cultivated many outstanding talents, and has had significant domestic and international influence. Peking University has made irreplaceable contributions to the goals of national rejuvenation and liberation, national construction and development, as well as societal development and progress, and is an important vanguard role in China's modernization process. The traditional values of patriotism, progress, democracy and scientific inquiry, as well as the academic spirit of diligence, rigor, pragmatism and innovation have been passed on from generation to generation in PKU.
Adhering to the philosophies of "spreading political culture, leading academic trends, cultivating excellent citizens and creating outstanding leaders", the School of Government has closely integrated the discipline of public administration with China's major strategic needs. Over the years, the School of Government has nurtured many high-level, inter-disciplinary public sector leaders in China and all over the world. This program is strategically positioned to develop outstanding leadership talent for the global public sector. It aims to nurture graduates who have international perspective, are familiar with China, and who possess foresight, introspection and innovation. In this program, students will master professional knowledge in the fields of public administration and public policy through advanced analytical methods and technology. They will be equipped with the ability to analyze and solve public sector problems in complex environments, and be well-positioned for high-level, inter-disciplinary leadership positions in the public sector.
The Peking University School of Government welcomes international students to study in the International Master of Public Administration (IMPA) program. The IMPA program seeks to enroll: university graduates interested in public sector management, government officials, staff of multinational corporations, staff of international organizations, staff of research institutions and international nonprofit organizations, as well as management staff of foreign government agencies, multinational enterprises, international organizations and nonprofit organizations based in China.
Program Mode and Registration Period
1） Full-time education;
2） 2-year program;
3）The language of instruction is English.
Application Requirements
1) Applicants must be non-Chinese citizens with a valid passport, with no criminal records, healthy both physically and psychologically, friendly to China and abiding by the laws and decrees of China. Residents of Chinese mainland, Hong Kong, Macau or Taiwan who have emigrated to other countries and are applying to Peking University as international students must present valid passport or citizenship documents dating from before April 30, 2017, along with proof of cancellation of Chinese nationality.
2) Applicants for IMPA program must have attained a bachelor's degree and students who graduated from non-Chinese universities must hold a bachelor's degree from a university accredited by the Ministry of Education of China (Grade skipping or joining in the middle of the course is not acceptable)；IMPA Program requires the applicant to have more than 3 years of work experience after graduation from the university; or those who have more than 2 years of working experience after obtaining a Master's degree or a Doctor's degree.
3) Applicants must be proficient in English. Non-native English speakers or candidates whose undergraduate course was not conducted in English are required to submit a TOEFL, GRE or IELTS test score as proof of English proficiency.
Application Period and Mailing Address
The application period for the IMPA program is up to March 15, 2023. The application materials must be sent to: Office for External Affairs & Scientific Research, Room 122, Leo KoGuan Building, School of Government, Peking University, Beijing, China, 100871. (86-10)-62755478. The date of the postmark will be used as reference for application materials.
Submitted Application Materials
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Photocopy |
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PKU Application Form |
The PKU Application Form will be available until March 15, 2023, please visit http://www.studyatpku.com to fill in the application form. It must be printed out, signed, dated, and have a photo attached on to it. |
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Degrees |
Graduation certificate and degree diploma must be original documents or certified copies either in Chinese or English. |
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Official Transcripts |
Official transcripts of your academic achievement up to the present, including courses taken and standard achieved, must be original documents or certified copies either in Chinese or English. |
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Personal Statement
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Personal statement must be written in English and be around 1500 words in length. The contents should cover essential information such as the applicant’s academic background, work experience, achievements, and future career plans, including their proposed research at Peking University. |
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Recommendation Letters |
Two recommendation letters from your referees. The referees should be professors or persons with relevant academic title. At least one of them should have knowledge of your recent academic work. |
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English Language Proficiency Test Results |
If your mother tongue is not English and you are not a national of one of the majority English-speaking countries, you must show evidence of a minimum level of English language proficiency. You may be able to prove this in the following ways: TOEFL iBT (100 points or above) or GRE (315 points or above) or IELTS (7.0 or above) test scores or other documents to prove your English level. |
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Photocopy of a Valid Passport |
Two photocopies of your valid passport. The passport must be a regular personal passport that is valid for three months after enrollment. All successful candidates must enter PRC and register with Peking University using the same passport as used for applying for the program. |
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Supporting Material |
Table of contents and abstracts of your academic publications and any other original achievement in your field (not compulsory). |
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CV |
In English. |
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Note: None of the materials submitted will be returned.
Application Fee
There is a non-refundable application fee of 800 RMB. International applicants are required to use the online payment while applying through the PKU online application system.
Initial Round of Selection
The eligibility of all the applicants will be assessed according to the requirements by the Admissions Committee of School of Government. The school will select qualified applicants for an interview by the end of April, 2023.
Interview
After an initial round of selection, an interview is required before students are admitted. The Admissions Committee will give a comprehensive test for applicants and submit the admission list to Office for External Affairs & Scientific Research. The list must be reviewed by the School and then submitted to Graduate School.
Admission
After all examination processes and confirmation of the admission list by the Graduate School and International Students Office, the offer letter will be sent out in late June 2023 together with other necessary documents for visa processing.
Registration
Registration will take place in early September 2023. The exact date will be specified in the admission letter.
Tuition and Scholarship
1) The tuition of the IMPA program will be 80,000 RMB per year, and 160,000 RMB in total for two years.
2) International students can apply for the following scholarships:
(1) Chinese Government Scholarship (Type B): tuition waiver, for-free accommodation, monthly living expenses and medical insurance provided in accordance with the regulations.
(2) Beijing Government Scholarship for International Students: tuition subsidy.
(3) Peking University Scholarship for International Students: tuition waiver, monthly living expenses, medical insurance.
Note: The evaluation of scholarships will be carried out in accordance with the relevant regulations of the state and the university. For more information, please pay close attention to the latest notice released at http://www.isd.pku.edu.cn.
Visa, medical insurance and accommodation
1) Visa
Students admitted to PKU may apply for a visa at the Chinese Embassy/Consulate in your country with the letter of admission and the JW201/202 form. International students who will study in China for over 6 months are required to obtain an ‘X1’ visa, which will only be valid for 30 days upon arrival in China. You must come to the International Students Division and apply for a Residence Permit within 30 days in order to obtain a legal status in China.
2）Medical Insurance
The Ministry of Education of China stipulates that all international students must be medically insured throughout their entire planned period of study. Students are required to purchase the Comprehensive Insurance Plan of Foreign Students on the day of registration. Students who do not have valid medical insurance will not be allowed to register.
3) Accommodation
Accommodation will be provided to students with scholarships that cover accommodation. Self-funded students may find their own living accommodation on campus or off campus. Please note that students who live off campus must register with the local police station within 24 hours of arrival.
Degree
Students are required to complete the curriculum, fulfill the designated credits, complete the master's thesis and defend it in front of a panel of experts. Successful graduates will receive a graduation certificate along with the Master's degree, according to the regulation of the Degree Committee.
Additional Notices
1) Further information about the School of Government can be found on our website.
2) Graduate students are not allowed to be enrolled in two or more programs/universities at the same time.
3) If the higher authorities issue new graduate student admission policies in the year of 2023, Peking University will make corresponding adjustments and announce the changes timely.
Contact Information
School of Government, Peking University
Tel: (+86-10) 62755478
Website: www.sg.pku.edu.cn
International Students Division, New Sun Student Center, Peking University
Tel: (+86-10) 62751230
Office for Admission, Graduate School, Peking University
Tel: (+86-10) 62751354
