Master's in Electrical Engineering
Explore electrical machines, energy conversion and control in the College of Automation Engineering. The programme provides a research pathway into electrical and motor engineering and their applications in complex systems.
Why study Electrical 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.
#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.
NUAA university and subject rankings
in the world for Electrical Engineering(China)
ShanghaiRanking Best Chinese Subjects Ranking 2025in the world for overall university(China)
An illustrative five-semester study and research journey
The Master's program in Electrical Engineering at NUAA (Nanjing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics) offers a comprehensive curriculum focused on equipping students with advanced knowledge and skills in electrical systems, electronics, and related areas. This program covers a wide range of subjects, including power systems, control systems, electronics, signal processing, telecommunications, and renewable energy. Students gain a deep understanding of electrical engineering principles and techniques, and develop practical skills through laboratory work, research projects, and industry collaborations. Graduates of this program are prepared for diverse career opportunities in industries such as power generation and distribution, telecommunications, electronics, renewable energy, and automation. They can work as electrical engineers, power system analysts, control system designers, electronics specialists, or pursue further academic research in electrical engineering.
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 electrical systems
Investigate electrical machines and energy conversion to support the development and assessment of electrical equipment.
Develop power electronics and drives
Apply research in power conversion and motor control to examine the behaviour and efficiency of electrical drive systems.
Pursue doctoral research in electrical engineering
Pursue further study in electrical engineering, developing an independent research project under the admission and supervision requirements of a doctoral programme.
Cost & scholarships
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Entry requirements
Nationality & age
Non-Chinese citizen · Valid passport · Good health · Usually 18–25
Education
High school graduate · Science background · Strong maths and physics · 2027 graduates may use a pre-graduation letter
CSCA
CSCA result required · No score yet? Use the March Foundation route
English
IELTS 6.0 · TOEFL 80 · or equivalent · English-medium graduates may be exempt
Health
Good physical and mental health
Documents list
- Passport
- Bachelors Degree Certificate
- Language Test Certificate
- Study plan / research proposal
- Foreigner Physical Examination Record
- Financial guarantee or bank statement
- NUAA supervisor acceptance letter
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