The International Graduate Program in Comparative Modernization (GCM, major of Study on the Basic Problems of Modern Chinese History) resides within the School of Marxism in East China Normal University. The School of Marxism in ECNU has strong academic traditions and has accumulated invaluable expertise and experiences. Renowned for its excellence and leading role in social science research and education, School of Marxism has achieved A class In the fourth round of national subject assessment. Many of its graduates have become senior scholars and practical leaders. Most of the faculty has been awarded National Science Fund, has undertaken state-level and provincial-level academic projects, published numerous academic books, monographs and journal articles, and achieved various research prizes. In 2015, the International Communication Center for the Achievements of Marxism’s Sinicization was established, consisting of experts in their corresponding fields, including philosophy, history, politics, economy, law and education.
GCM offers overseas students the opportunity to study modernization and related social science while living in China’s largest city, Shanghai. GCM recruits students from all over the world, fostering a unique, multidisciplinary and multinational environment where diverse background would enhance rigorous academic study. It will systematically provide a series of courses mainly for international students to study the concept and practice of modern transformation within the global context.The project will particularly lead international students to better understand the ideas of socialism with Chinese characteristics and the great achievements of reform and opening-up. It is dedicated to the transmission of Chinese voice, to establish the Chinese discourse, to display the achievements of socialism with Chinese characteristics, and cultivate international assistance conducive to China's development.
The teaching staff has a multidisciplinary background, including political science, philosophy, history, economics, law and other disciplines. Most of the prospective instructors have more than one year of overseas study or work experience. They have built a solid professional foundation and a broad international perspective, and can communicate with international students smoothly and offer all-English courses. More than 10 teachers of the School faculty have joined the program, including Gu Hongliang, Gong Yongmei, Xu Ruifang, Yao Xiaona, Chen Rong, Hong Yanni, He Songxu and so on. In addition to the full-time teachers listed in the form, the program also invited some distinguished professors at home and abroad to join. A team of outstanding teachers have agreed to offer courses or hold special lectures.
* The courses are subject to change according to adjustments by the University’s policy.
* The courses are subject to change according to adjustments by the University’s policy.
Note:
* Each semester, students will enroll in at least 3 core courses offered. First- year students are required to attend regular lecture series.
* The course list shows the regular course offerings. Please note that this list is not final as GCM courses would vary slightly based on the latest trend and development in the world.
* In addition, a selection of optional courses from other departments in ECNU is also available to CMG members.
* GCM is supposed to invite speakers with different expertise to give students independent lectures. The lectures would cover a broad variety of topics and the exact lecture topics would depend on availability (and travel schedules) of invited speakers, as well as availability and access to institutions and sights.
MA program | PhD program | |
1 | Application form* | Application form* |
2 | CV (no more than 2 pages) | CV (no more than 4 pages) |
3 | Bachelor degree in philosophy, law, history or other related fields (final year student can provide a certificate confirming impending graduation) | Master degree in philosophy, law, history or other related fields (final year student can provide a certificate confirming impending graduation) |
4 | Official academic transcript of undergraduate study written in English or Chinese sealed with official stamps | Official academic transcript of postgraduate study written in English or Chinese sealed with official stamps |
5 | Transcript of overall band 6.0 for IELTS Academic Test; or 80 for IBT TOEFL obtained within the past two years (English native speakers can be exempted from this requirement) | Transcript of overall band 6.0 for IELTS Academic Test; or 80 for IBT TOEFL obtained within the past two years (English native speakers can be exempted from this requirement) |
6 | Personal statement with a length of no more than 600 words ** | Personal statement with a length of no more than 800 words ** |
7 | Research proposal with a length of at least 1500 words | Research proposal with a length of at least 2000 words |
8 | Two confidential recommendation letters written by referees with associate professorship or higher qualifications, issued within the recent 3 months | Two confidential recommendation letters written by referees with associate professorship or higher qualifications, issued within the recent 3 months |
9 | Copies of published articles (desirable but not compulsory) | Copies of published articles (desirable but not compulsory) |
10 | Health examination report generated within the recent 6 months | Health examination report generated within the recent 6 months |
Requirements | MA Program | PhD Program | |
Normative/Maximum Period of Study | 3 years | 4 years | |
Coursework | Academic degree course (Required) | 6 | 6 |
Academic degree course (Optional course) | 0 | 0 | |
Basic courses for degree (Required) | 0 | 3 | |
Professional courses (Required and Optional) | ≥18 | 9 | |
Interdisciplinary and cross-disciplinary optional courses | 0 | 0 | |
Total course credits | ≥24 | 18 | |
Dissertation | 30, 000 words | 120, 000 words | |
Total credits | Credits required for master degree: ≥24 | Credits required for doctoral programs: ≥18 | |
Proficiency in Chinese | HSK Level Three or Pass in Equivalent Tests | ||
Notes: * The setting of credits for doctoral studies in this project complies with the special requirements of the discipline of Marxist theory. * The school's basic requirements for the credits of the doctoral training program courses are divided into three categories: ordinary doctoral students≥13, postgraduates and PhD students≥23, and direct PhD students≥22. This application refers to the general doctoral training program. * Non-degree courses: students have the right to choose courses other than those required by the training plan, and the credits obtained shall be credited as non-degree courses. * According to the university's regulations, international doctoral students studying abroad can be exempted from compulsory courses such as Chinese Marxism and contemporary, the first foreign language, and replaced with general situation of China or introduction to Chinese civilization, Chinese language and other relevant courses. | |||
