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Chinese Name : 北京师范大学
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Province: N/A
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City: Beijing
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Founded: 1902
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Cost of living: $410-827 USD/year
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Scholarships: Available
Beijing Normal University (BNU) is a key university under the administration of the Ministry of Education, is a renowned institution of higher education known for teacher education, education science and basic learning in both the arts and the sciences. BNU is a predecessor of the Normal College of the Imperial University of Peking was founded in 1920. Beijing Normal University is now on the list of high learning institution supported by communist Party of china to be among world class universities. Over the Tenth Five-Year Plan period, the university was listed on the nation’s “985 Project” Construction program. Currently, the university offers 58 different undergraduate majors, 189 Master’s degree programs, 132 Doctoral degree programs, 25 different rotating post-doctoral posts. To date the university has registered 1,860 long term international students.
(1) History
Beijing Normal University (BNU) is the predecessor of the Normal College of the Imperial University of Peking founded in 1902. In 1908, the school name was changed to Advanced Normal College of the Imperial University and the school became independent. The Faculty of Education of the Capital Metropolitan University was founded in 1920 on the initiative of the Emperor of Qing Dynasty. It was the first university in Chinese history with the main mission of training excellent teachers and specialists. In 1908 the faculty of education was named as the capital Metropolitan School of supreme teacher training, and was separated from the capital Metropolitan University. The capital Metropolitan school of supreme teacher training in 1912 was named Peking Normal College, in the same years the university establish her own affiliated primary and secondary school. After 19 years training of supreme teachers, the university didn’t recruit any female student, the first female students were recruited 1921. In 1923, the name changed yet again to Beijing Normal University, the first Normal University in Chinese history. In 1931 and 1952, respectively, Peking Women’s Normal University and Fu Jen Catholic University combined together to form Beijing Normal University. Over the years, the university has been home to large group of renowned worldwide intellectuals and scholars, who have promoted culture and stimulated education.
(2) Discipline and programs
Beijing Normal University is one of the first six privileged institutions approved by the Ministry of Education to construct their own undergraduate majors and programs. The University has 1 education faculty, 22 schools and colleges, and 2 departments: Faculty of education, school of Chinese language and literature, school of management, school of foreign language and literatures, law school, school of life sciences, college of resources sciences and technology, college of physical education and sports, school of history, business school, school of art and communication, school of mathematical sciences, school of geography, college of information science and technology, school of continuing education and teacher training, college of philosophy and sociology, school of psychology, school of Marxism, college of chine language and culture, college of chemistry, college of nuclear science and technology, department of physics, department of Astronomy and school of social development and public policy.
Currently, the university offers 55 undergraduate majors, 189 Master’s degree programs, 132 PhD programs, and 25 post doctoral-research rotating stations. 16 primary disciplines have been authorized to confer Master’s and doctoral degrees, and the number of disciplines authorized to confer doctoral degree ranks among the highest in universities throughout the country. Beijing Normal University now has 39 national key disciplines, and 13 municipal key disciplines of Beijing City either in terms of research achievements or in terms of talent cultivation, these disciplines enjoy a high national reputation and exercise a significant influence
(3) Academic facilities and Scientific research
Beijing Normal University has constructed 8 key research bases, 7 of which are Ministry of Education Key Research Bases for Humanities and Social Sciences, and 1 of which is a Beijing Municipal Key Research Base for Philosophy and Social Sciences. The university is among the top institutions of higher learning throughout the nation in the number of the Ministry of Education Key Research Bases for Humanities and Social Sciences. Through years of construction and development these key research bases have effectively spurred on the development of the university’s philosophy and social sciences, turning into the university’s “benchmark” of academic innovation, and “a flagship” for enhancing quality.
Beijing Normal University has established 24 state and ministerial key laboratories and engineering centers. In addition, the university also has 47 key laboratories of its own. The university has 22,000 full-time students, including 8,900 undergraduates, 11,300 graduates and 1,860 international students. The library boasts over 4.1 million volumes and some 17,300 GB of digital resources, with 1,400 GB e-books.
(4) Beijing Normal University Achievement
Ministry of education 2012 academic assessment results ranked BNU disciplines in the first 20 positions. There are 10 first-level disciplines in the top 5; 17 in the top 10; and 24 in the top 20 in China. As per the 2012 World University Rankings BNU ranks 252, and it is number 8 among universities on mainland China. In the last few years, BNU has got national and international awards including 32 winners of the China National Foundation awards for distinguished young scientists, 154 winners of Inter-millennium and New Century Talents awards supported by the Ministry of Education, 7 winners of the National Famous Teachers awards.
(5) Communication and international cooperation
Beijing Normal University promotes international cooperation and exchange, having signed cooperative agreements with nearly three hundred universities and research institutes from more than thirty nations and regions and exchanging students through cooperative programs with over fifty universities from places that include the United States, the UK, Japan, South Korea and Canada. Moreover, BNU has co-established 7 Confucius Institutes, with: the University of Manchester (UK), San Francisco State University (US), the University of Oklahoma (US), Dawson University (Canada), Sherbrooke University (Canada), Aalborg University, Denmark, University of Macerata, (Italy) and the College of William and Mary (US). Long-term and short-term international students from over 94 countries and regions are studying at BNU, with 1,800 registered long-term international students, of whom 76% are pursuing academic degrees
Beijing Normal University (BNU) provides safe, sanitary, harmonious, and convenient living conditions to international students. Student apartment are equipped with TV, telephone, electric fan, and other functional furniture. Broadband communication is available in each dormitory. The reception hall, clean and elegant, is provided with desks and chairs and also a newspaper stand. Dormitory management custodians care for every student, and they provide comprehensive front desk and cleaning services. BNU invests a large amount of money in rewards given to the good dormitories regarding its cleanness and harmony and regularly organizes safety training and dormitory inspection. Dormitories for international students are located in different building and have different price according to their size.
Applicants Eligibility
- Need to be Non-Chinese citizens
- Need to be in good health
- Age Limit: Bachelor Degree:18-25 Years old; Masters Degree:18-35Years old; PhD: 18-40Years old;Chinese Language:18-40Years old
- Need to have good academic result in highest education degree
- For English Taught Program need to have IELTS 0 or TOFEL 80 or Equivalent English Proficiency Certificate
- For Chinese Taught Program need to have HSK -4 or above (ChineseProficiency Certificate)
- Doesn’t have any criminal record in the past
- Need to have skill on research & publication(For Masters and PhD Degree )
- Need to have publication on good journal (For PhD Degree)
- Need to provide real and complete resume
Application Documents for Bachelor Degree students:
- Valid Passport
- PP size photo (White/Blue Background)
- Higher secondary /A Level/Grade 12/High School Certificate & Transcript(If it’s not in English then need to translate to English or Chinese and need to submit both original & scan copy)
- For English Taught Program need to have IELTS 0 orTOFEL 80 or Equivalent English Proficiency Certificate
- For Chinese Taught Program need to have HSK -4 or above (ChineseProficiency Certificate)
- Physical examination report (6 month validity)
- Non Criminal record/Police Clearance (If it’s not in English then need to translate to English or Chinese and need to submit both original & scan copy;6 month validity)
- CV/Bio-data/Resume
- The valid ID card or passport photo page of the Guardian (under 18 years old)
- Valid bank statement (more than 3000$;6 month validity)
- Other supporting documents (if applicable)
Application Documents for Masters Degree students:
- Valid Passport
- PP size photo (White Background)
- Bachelor Degree Certificate & Transcript(If it’s not in English then need to translate to English or Chinese and need to submit both original & scan copy)
- For English Taught Program need to have IELTS 0 orTOFEL 80 or Equivalent English Proficiency Certificate
- For Chinese Taught Program need to have HSK -4 or above (ChineseProficiency Certificate)
- Physical examination report (6 month validity)
- Two recommendation letter from two different Professor or Associate professor
- Study plan/Research Plan(Minimum 800 words)
- Non Criminal record/Police Clearance (If it’s not in English then need to translate to English or Chinese and need to submit both original & scan copy;6 month validity)
- CV/Bio-data/Resume
- The valid ID card or passport photo page of the Guardian (under 18 years old)
- Valid bank statement (more than 3000$;6 month validity)
- Other supporting documents (Job Experience ;Publications ,etc)
Application Documents for PhD Degree students:
- Valid Passport
- PP size photo (White Background)
- Masters Degree Certificate & Transcript(If it’s not in English then need to translate to English or Chinese and need to submit both original & scan copy)
- For English Taught Program need to have IELTS 0 orTOFEL 80 or Equivalent English Proficiency Certificate
- For Chinese Taught Program need to have HSK -4 or above (ChineseProficiency Certificate)
- Two recommendation letter from two different Professor or Associate professor
- Study plan/Research Plan(Minimum 800 words)
- Physical examination report (6 month validity)
- Non Criminal record/Police Clearance (If it’s not in English then need to translate to English or Chinese and need to submit both original & scan copy;6 month validity)
- CV/Bio-data/Resume
- The valid ID card or passport photo page of the guardian(under 18 years old)
- Valid bank statement (more than 3000$;6 month validity)
- Other supporting documents (Job Experience ;Publications ,etc)
Application Documents for Chinese Language courses:
- Valid Passport
- PP size photo (White Background)
- Last academic Certificate & Transcript(If it’s not in English then need to translate to English or Chinese and need to submit both original & scan copy)
- Physical examination report (6 month validity)
- Non Criminal record/Police Clearance (If it’s not in English then need to translate to English or Chinese and need to submit both original & scan copy;6 month validity)
- CV/Bio-data/Resume
- The valid ID card or passport photo page of the Guardian (under 18 years old)
- Valid bank statement (more than 3000$;6 month validity)
- Other supporting documents (if applicable)
Scholarships Details:
| Tuition Fees Free | Accommodation Fees Free |
| Monthly Stipend: 2000CNY/Month (12 months in one Year) | Medical Insurance Fees Free |
| Water & Electricity bills free |
Other cost need to pay after coming to the University
| Visa Extension fees 400CNY/Year | Health Check Up 450CNY |
Masters (English Taught & 2 Years Duration):
| Masters in Business Administration (MBA) | Masters in Public Administration (MPA) |
Beijing Normal University has attractive learning and teaching environment for international students. Students in specialized courses are generally arranged in the relevant department’s main building, platform courses for students with various majors are likely to be distributed across the campus. BNU has many good self study centers, such as the library, Teaching Building Two, Teaching Building Four, Teaching Building Seven, and Teaching Building Nine. One of the most popular for international students at BNU is the faculty of Education. The Faculty of Education (FOE) is now offering a range of different programs for international students. There are programs for students fluent in Chinese as well as for English speakers. International students are encouraged to pick the best academic fit for their needs.
The international Master’s program in Educational Leadership and Policy (Comparative Education), Master of Arts (MA) in Higher Education and Student Affairs (HESA) and Ph. D. program in Educational Leadership and Policy (Comparative Education) are three highlighted programs offered in English. These English-taught programs have attracted many international students and provided them with a good chance to swim in the ocean of knowledge and understand Chinese culture at the same time.
Currently, 1860 international students from different countries all over the world are registered at Beijing Normal University.
Beijing Normal University provides students with various kinds of good-quality, cheap catering services. The Students’ Dining Center Logistics Group is designed to provide catering services for all students and faculty and features several food service sectors, including Xin Lequn canteen, Xue Wu canteen, Staff canteen, Shi Xi restaurant, Muslim canteen, Students’ home restaurant, Hollywood restaurant, Students’ bar, and West Bakery, in which basic dishes, mid-level fried dishes, and delicate sautés are provided daily. Reservations are available for individuals and parties. The student’s canteens and restaurants are known for being clean and well-equipped. They accommodate diners with utensils, fast food furniture, television, stereo, and central air conditioning, and they offer convenient catering. In addition, the Muslim canteen caters specifically to Islamic teachers and students. The Students’ Dining Center serves students heart and soul and gives priority to students’ vital interests, so they can enjoy an easy and satisfactory dining experience.
1. I really want to study at your University, but I can’t speak Chinese, can I be instructed in English?
Answer: The program is fully English medium program.
2. How is the living standard in Beijing city? What about the canteen in the University?
Answer: The living expense here is relatively reasonable, for example, about 200 USD for your food per month. There is special canteen only for international students.
3. How can I arrive inBeijingcity, the location of University?
Answer: There are many direct flights from the entire world to Beijing.
4. Can you send a vehicle to take us from the local airport to the University?
Answer: the university can provide airport pick up service for the students in group from Beijing International Airport to campus. But students should send detailed departure schedule to our university’s representative minimum 3 days in advance so that we can pick up without any delay. Airport Pick-up Service is only available on duty hours in Registration time.
5. How can I exchange some Chinese currency for my pocket money when I just arrived in China?
Answer: Students can exchange some Chinese currency in bank for shuttle/bus ticket fare and pocket money in Beijing Airport when they arrive in China. And students can buy telephone card from business counter in the airport to give international call and domestic call if students need.
6. How are the transportation, telecom and internet in BeijingCity?
Answer: there is one international airport, three train stations and subway. There are convenient public facilities for telecom and internet, you can buy telecom card to call any time and there are lots of public internet club
7. How is the climate in Beijing City?
Answer: Beijing is located in the Middle East area of China, it is sub tropic mild climate, and average temperature is 11.5 ℃(52.7℉).
8. How is China’s Engineering Education in the world?
Answer: China is a largest producer of engineering graduates in the world
9. How is China’s Business and Management Education in the world?
Answer: China has become the second largest economy and this has influential role in the global economy.
10. Can a student open a Bank Account?
Answer: Yes, a student could open a bank account in his name to keep his surplus money safe. He could also use this account to have his family remit any additional money as required.
11. Is learning Chinese language compulsory?
Answer: Even though the program is taught in English, but international students must study Chinese language according to Ministry of Education, China. Chinese language classes are just offered three times per week, and international students are required to pass the basic level. Besides, it will be helpful for students in daily life if they learn some Chinese language
12. What is the voltage used in China?
The voltage here is 220 V. Converters and power strips may be purchased locally.
13. Useful public contact number in China:
Fire: 119
Police Station: 110
Time Report: 12117
Telephone Directory: 114
Telephone Repair: 112
Emergency Ambulance: 120
Earthquake Advisory Service: 2042691