University Overview

Tsinghua University Shenzhen International Graduate School (SIGS) is part of Tsinghua University, located in Shenzhen, China.

The graduate school provides a strong environment for advanced research, entrepreneurship, and interdisciplinary collaboration, with close connections to leading industries.

Intakes

• September

Degree Programs

Master’s Degree Programs

Graduate programs focusing on interdisciplinary research areas such as:

• Information Technology

• Environmental Sustainability

• Engineering

• Innovation Management

Many programs are offered in English.

Doctoral Degree Programs

Advanced research programs across emerging scientific and engineering disciplines, with strong emphasis on innovation-driven research.

Available Majors

(Primarily English-taught)

• Data Science & Information Technology

• Environment & Sustainable Development

• Marine Engineering

• Innovation Management

• Other frontier interdisciplinary disciplines

Tuition Fees

• Master’s Degree: 33,000 – 40,000 RMB/year

• Doctoral Degree: approx. 40,000 RMB/year

• Management Fee: 10,000 RMB

Application Materials

• Personal statement

• Passport

• Academic certificates

• Transcripts

• Study plan

• Two recommendation letters

• CSCSE authentication

Language / Admission Requirements

• GPA ≥ 3.5 / 4.0 or 85 / 100

• Chinese-taught: HSK4 ≥ 195

• No English proficiency test is required. English ability will be assessed during the interview. Students who have attended universities full-time where English is the principal language of instruction can request English waiver.

Accommodation

• Accommodation provided for all full-time graduate students.

• No separate application required.

• Housing fees will be announced upon registration.

Living Expenses

• Approx. 2,000 – 2,500 RMB/month

Scholarships

• Chinese Government Scholarship (CSC)

• Tsinghua SIGS Excellence Scholarship

• Tsinghua International Student Tuition Scholarship

Currency Exchange Rate

• 1 RMB = 4.76 THB (as of 31 Mar 2026)