University Overview

Founded in 1925, Southwestern University of Finance and Economics has more than 100 years of academic excellence. Its Economics and Business disciplines rank in the top 0.1% globally in ESI rankings. Located in Chengdu, the university sits in a dynamic center of culture, innovation, and economic development.

QS / Subject Ranking

Global No.17 in Economics & Business

Intakes

September

Degree Programs

2+2 Dual-Degree Undergraduate Programs

Programs in Economics, Management, and Arts, allowing students to complete part of their studies at Assumption University and continue at SWUFE.

1 + 1 + 2 Degree Program

A pathway program where the final degree is offered by the University of Birmingham.

Available Majors

English-taught

• Bachelor of Economics (Economics, Finance)

• Bachelor of Management (Business Administration)

• Bachelor of Management (E-commerce, AI Business Track)

• Bachelor of Arts (Business English)

Bilingual (Chinese–English)

• Bachelor of Economics (International Economics & Trade)

• Bachelor of Management (International Business)

Chinese-taught

• Bachelor of Arts (Business Chinese)

Tuition Fees

• Exchange: No tuition

• Dual Degree: 20,000 RMB/year

• Management Fee: 10,000 RMB

• Application Fee (Non-refundable): 500 RMB

Chinese Language Program

Spring Semester

• Application period: Oct 20, 2025 – Jan 20, 2026

• Course period: Mar 2026 – Jul 2026

Autumn Semester

• Application period: Apr 1, 2026 – Jul 31, 2026

• Course period: Sep 2026 – Jan 2027

Chinese Language Program Fees

• Application fee: 600 RMB

• Tuition: 8,000 RMB/semester

• Insurance (mandatory, non-refundable): 400 RMB/semester

• Textbook support fee: 400 RMB/semester

• Textbooks: 200 – 500 RMB/semester

Application Materials

• Graduation certificate / Degree certificate

• Transcripts

• Recommendation letter

• Financial proof

• Passport copy

• Language certificate

• Non-criminal record

Language / Admission Requirements

• Meet Assumption University English admission requirements

• IELTS 5.5 or pass English entrance test

Accommodation

Guanghua Campus

• Single room: 4,800 RMB/semester

Liulin Campus

• Single room: 7,000 RMB/semester

Living Expenses

Approx. 1,500 – 2,000 RMB/month

Scholarship

• Chinese Government Scholarship (CSC)

• Chengdu “Belt and Road” Government Scholarship

• SWUFE President & University Scholarships

Currency Exchange Rate

1 RMB = 4.6 THB (as of 5 Mar 2026)