Master's in Materials Science and Engineering
Materials science is a science that studies the organizational structure, properties, production process and use efficiency of materials as well as their interrelationships, and integrates physics, chemistry and metallurgy. Material science is an applied science closely related to engineering technology.
Why study Materials 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.
#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.
Build practical Chinese skills alongside your degree
Your program is taught in English, while Chinese language classes are included throughout your studies.
Cost & scholarships
Clear first-year financial projection before starting your journey.
Estimated first-year cost
*Includes tuition, mandatory fees & normal living standards in Nanjing
On-campus accommodation
Annual accommodation cost
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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
Documents list
- Passport
- Bachelors Degree Certificate
- Language Test Certificate
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Upload & pay
Upload your documents and pay the CNY 400 mandatory, non-refundable application fee
Get your offer
Admission letter and JW202 visa form by email
March and September 2027
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Get the program brochure
Receive the Master's in Materials Science and Engineering brochure and an invitation to our weekly admissions webinar.