Introduction

SHOU preparatory program is based on the faculty and educational resources of the Shanghai Ocean University, and uses for reference of the preparatory education for undergraduates under the Chinese government scholarships and Shanghai municipal government scholarships, so as to develop teaching and management schedule which is suitable for preparatory students. Students can improve Chinese language ability, relevant major knowledge, intercultural communication skills to meet the basic standards for major study at Shanghai Ocean University.

01.Applicant

SHOU Preparatory Program is open to foreign nationals who wish to pursue undergraduate studies in Shanghai Ocean University, and need to improve their Chinese language proficiency, cross-cultural communication competence and required academic abilities for undertaking undergraduate studies in Shanghai Ocean University.

02.Bachelor Major

⭐Aquaculture

⭐Marine Fishery Science and Technology

⭐Food Science and Engineering

⭐International Economics and Trade

⭐Mechanical Design Manufacturing and Automation

⭐Other undergraduate majors for international students.

03.Duration

1 Academic Year

Teaching Arrangements

04.Teaching Arrangements

Through one year of intensive Chinese learning, the goal is to have solid language preparation for the professional major learning stage.

05.Facilities

SHOU Preparatory Program students are provided with on-campus accommodation with access to the Internet, shared kitchen, laundry room, sports facilities, etc.

06.Fees

07.Bachelor Stage Scholarship Evaluation, Coverage and Standards

Application

08.Eligibility

09.How to apply

Please submit the application when you complete the application form and upload all the required documents.

10.Application Materials

1. Photocopy of the passport (applicants inside China need to provide a photocopy of the currently valid visa page or residence permit page)

2. Physical Examination Record Form for Foreigner. It must be provided by authorized hospitals. Applicants who do have difficulties should submit the health condition statement.

3. Certified scan copy of secondary school graduation certificate. (Graduating student may submit pending graduation certificate. Official graduation diploma must be submitted promptly after receiving them. Notarized Chinese or English translated copy is required for non-Chinese or non-English documents.)

4. Certified scan copy of all years secondary school academic transcripts. (Notarized Chinese or English translated copy is required for non-Chinese or non-English documents.) National College entrance examination record. If not applicable, do provide relevant statements. (Notarized Chinese or English translated copy is required for non-Chinese or non-English documents.) Other certificates proving academic performance or social capabilities (Notarized Chinese or English translated copy is required for non-Chinese or non-English documents.)

5. Chinese Proficiency certificate. (HSK 3 or above, or Chinese learning certificates issued by authorities.)

6. Personal statement, no less than 800 words, stating personal strengths, study plan, and reasons for choosing the programme.

7. Self introduction video (include previous learning experience, reasons for choosing Shanghai Ocean University, plans after graduation, interests and expertise, etc.)

8. Recommendation letter from high school teacher or other teacher (Notarized Chinese or English translated copy is required for non-Chinese or non-English documents. The letter should indicate the position, institution name, contact information of the referee.

9. Guardian's Commitment (SHOU) (required for applicants aged below 18)

10. Non-criminal Record from the police or schools. Applicants who do have difficulties should submit the non-criminal record statement.

11. Two 1-inch photos.

Note: Should the materials listed above are not complete, the application is considered invalid.

All materials must be provided in original for verification at the time of check-in and registration.

11.Application Deadline

Other information

12.Registration Time

The academic year starts in September (Please refer to the admission letter for the exact date).

13.Study Duration

From mid-September, 2024 to late June,2025

14.Others

After one year of study, according to the final evaluation, the students who successfully completed the preparatory study and passed the HSK 4>180 will have the priority to apply for the SHOU Scholarship for Bachelor Program at SHOU.

15.Contacts

International Student Office, Shanghai Ocean University

Address: 999 Hucheng Ring Road, Shanghai, China 201306

Tel: +86-21-61900763

E-mail: admissions@shou.edu.cn

Wechat：15041295706

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