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    Bachelor's in Aeronautical Engineering

    Aeronautical engineering- is a highly advanced discipline that explores how flight is possible and how aircraft are designed, manufactured, powered, operated, and controlled.

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    in the world for Aerospace EngineeringShanghaiRanking Global Ranking of Academic Subjects (GRAS)
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    Bachelor's in Aeronautical Engineering
    4 yearsDuration
    EnglishTeaching Language
    CNY 23,900Tuition / year
    March or SeptIntake
    CNY 400Application Fee
    CSCA neededEntry Test

    CSCA is required for every Bachelor's

    The CSCA is China's entry assessment for international Bachelor's students.

    Learn about the CSCA
    01
    What is it?China's entry test for international Bachelor's applicants.
    02
    Why required?Every NUAA Bachelor's needs it. Top universities expect about 60/100.
    03
    No score yet?Apply for the March Foundation + Bachelor's route and prepare for the CSCA in Nanjing.

    No CSCA result yet? Start in March.

    Apply once for the Pre-Engineering Foundation (CSCA Prep) and your Bachelor's together.

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    March 2027: Foundation + Bachelor's

    March

    Pre engineering foundation(CSCA Prep) begins

    Mar to Jul

    Maths, physics, programming basics, English, Chinese and CSCA prep

    Spring

    Sit the CSCA with full preparation

    September

    Begin Year 1 of Your Program

    80%

    of Foundation + Bachelor's students received a scholarship

    ✓ Receive a conditional Bachelor’s offer when you are admitted

    ✓ No CSCA score needed to apply. Sit it during the Foundation.

    ✓ Priority for entry scholarships

    Apply for March 2027
    Have your CSCA score

    September 2027: Bachelor's only

    For students who already hold a CSCA score and meet the entry requirements.

    By 30 May

    Apply with your CSCA score

    September

    Begin Year 1 of Your Program

    ✓ CSCA score report required

    ✓ Strong maths background expected

    ✓ Apply before 15 November for the best scholarship chance

    Apply for September 2027

    Why study Aeronautical Engineering at NUAA?

    NUAA was founded in 1952 to build China's aviation industry. Today its aerospace research ranks third in the world, and its graduates design the aircraft, drones and engines China flies.

    Why study Aeronautical Engineering

    #3 in the world

    ShanghaiRanking places NUAA's Aerospace Engineering third in the world, ahead of almost every university you know.

    Learn beyond the classroom

    Aerospace labs, aircraft facilities, design projects, and the NUAA Aerospace Museum on campus.

    Industry connections

    Close links with China's aircraft makers and research institutes..

    National key laboratory

    Home to the State Key Laboratory of Mechanics and Control for Aerospace Structures.

    Globally recognized engineering

    #3

    in the world for Aerospace Engineering

    ShanghaiRanking Global Ranking of Academic Subjects (GRAS)
    #18

    in the world for Instruments Science & Technology

    ShanghaiRanking Global Ranking of Academic Subjects (GRAS)
    #31

    in the world for Mechanical Engineering

    ShanghaiRanking Global Ranking of Academic Subjects (GRAS)

    Core courses you'll learn across 4 years

    Aeronautical engineering- is a highly advanced discipline that explores how flight is possible and how aircraft are designed, manufactured, powered, operated, and controlled. With this program, students will learn to apply fundamental knowledge to conduct laboratory experiments and aerospace system design problems.

    CORE · REQUIREDYEAR 1 — CORE COURSES
    Calculus
    Engineering Drawing
    Linear Algebra
    Programming for Engineers
    University Physics
    Chinese & Intro to China
    ELECTIVE · Choose based on interestExplore subjects that match your interestsElective courses allow students to explore specialised topics beyond the required curriculum.
    Aircraft Design
    Aerodynamics
    Structures & Materials
    UAV Systems
    Flight Dynamics

    Build practical Chinese skills alongside your degree

    Your program is taught in English, while Chinese language classes are included throughout your studies.

    YEAR 1Everyday ChineseBuild confidence for daily communication and campus life.
    YEAR 2Workplace ChineseLearn language for teamwork, presentations and professional situations.
    YEARS 3–4Professional ChineseDevelop communication skills for internships, engineering projects and future careers in China.

    Cost & scholarships

    Clear first-year financial projection before starting your journey.

    Estimated first-year cost

    CNY ¥43,700

    *Includes tuition, mandatory fees & normal living standards in Nanjing

    Tuition¥23,900 / year
    Food (~¥1,500/month)¥18,000 / year
    Insurance + physical exam¥1,400
    Application fee¥400 (non-refundable)

    On-campus accommodation

    Annual accommodation cost

    Standard room
    DoubleCNY 4,000
    SingleCNY 8,000
    Large room
    DoubleCNY 7,000
    SingleCNY 14,000

    Scholarships

    Year 1: Choose one

    Priority for early applicants

    First Prize: 100% Tuition Waiver
    NUAA Fly High Scholarship
    CNY 10,000 one-off
    Nanjing Government Scholarship

    Year 2 onwards

    Apply again every year based on your results.

    CNY 10,000 one-off
    Nanjing Government Scholarship
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    Check your eligibility

    Review the key entry criteria before starting your formal application. Our system helps pre-evaluate your eligibility in under 2 minutes.

    Check my eligibility now

    Takes approximately 2 minutes.

    Entry requirements

    01

    Non-Chinese citizen

    Valid passport, good health, usually 18 to 25. Under 18 needs a parents' consent form.

    02

    High school graduate

    Science stream with good maths and physics results. 2027 graduates can apply with a pre-graduation letter.

    03

    CSCA

    A CSCA score is required. No score yet? Apply for the March Foundation intake while it is open.

    04

    English

    IELTS 6.0, TOEFL 80 or equivalent. English-medium school graduates may be exempt.

    Documents list

    • Passport
    • High School Transcript
    • High School Certificate
    • Language Test Certificate
    • CSCA Examination Score Report
    • Photo
    • Physical exam form
    • Non criminal record
    • Proof of bank balance
    • Parent's consent form
    How to apply

    Four steps to your offer

    01

    Choose your intake

    Pick the intake that fits you

    02

    Create your account

    Choose the programme you want to apply for.

    03

    Upload & pay

    Upload your documents and pay the CNY 400 mandatory, non-refundable application fee

    04

    Get your offer

    Admission letter and JW202 visa form by email

    Start your application

    Frequently asked questions

    Find quick answers to key queries regarding living cost, scholarship applications, and course delivery

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    Contact admission

    March and September 2027

    Ready to start your journey?

    Choose the intake that fits your situation and begin your NUAA application.

    Apply for March 2027

    Get the program brochure

    Receive the Bachelor's in Aeronautical Engineering brochure and an invitation to our weekly admissions webinar.

    ✓  Programme brochure (PDF)✓  Answers from admissions officers