Master’s in Integrated Circuits Science and Engineering
Explore integrated circuits and semiconductor technologies through the College of Integrated Circuits. Research interests include computing chips, radio-frequency and mixed-signal circuits, optoelectronic integration and semiconductor devices.

Why study Master’s in Integrated Circuits Science and 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.

Established university
NUAA was founded in 1952 and has developed teaching and research strengths in aviation, aerospace and engineering.
English postgraduate study
The published international master’s fee schedule describes English instruction and a standard 2.5-year duration.
Research setting
This offering is associated with the College of Integrated Circuits. Its disciplinary context provides a basis for discussing a suitable research topic with a prospective supervisor
A university with broad academic links
Study in an institution combining engineering, science, economics and management, with opportunities to discuss interdisciplinary research where supervision is available.
An illustrative five-semester study and research journey
Your study plan is agreed with your supervisor and college. This outline illustrates a 2.5-year research master’s; it is not an approved NUAA semester timetable. The Core Subjects fields below contain illustrative subject topics and research activities, not a verified list of required NUAA courses. Elective Subjects is empty because no elective list was verified.
Foundations and research preparation
Build practical Chinese skills alongside your degree
Your program is taught in English, while Chinese language classes are included throughout your studies.
Three paths after graduation
Design integrated circuits
Investigate circuit architectures and design methods to support the development and evaluation of integrated electronic systems.
Evaluate semiconductor devices
Study device behaviour, fabrication-related performance or test methods to support semiconductor development and assessment.
Pursue doctoral research in integrated circuits
Pursue further study in integrated circuits, developing an independent research project under the admission and supervision requirements of a doctoral programme.
Cost & scholarships
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Estimated first-year cost
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Entry requirements
Nationality
Non-Chinese citizens
Age limit
Under 35 years with good physical and mental health
Relevant backgrounds
Microelectronics, Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Semiconductor Engineering, Physics or related fields
English proof
IELTS,TOEFL or equivalent English proficiency letter
Documents list
- Bachelor's degree certificate
- Passport
- English proficiency certificate
- NUAA supervisor acceptance letter
- Study plan / research proposal
- Foreigner Physical Examination Record
- Police clearance certificate
- Financial guarantee or bank statement
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