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    Southeast University (SEU)

    Master in Control Science and Engineering

    China1 yearTaught in EnglishOpen to international students

    Why students choose this program

    • Taught in English
    • Tuition 25% below the typical master's
    • Applications currently open

    Introduction

    Southeast University (SEU), established in 1902 and located in Nanjing, is a national key research university with three campuses—Sipailou, Jiulonghu and Dingjiaqiao—covering a large, well-equipped footprint in the city. SEU combines a long academic tradition with modern research infrastructure, offering a broad portfolio of programs across engineering, sciences, medicine, and the humanities. Its strategic location near Purple Mountain and Xuanwu Lake places students within a rich cultural and historical environment.

    SEU places strong emphasis on research and international collaboration, hosting numerous national and provincial research institutes and laboratories. The university supports more than 70 programs and offers scholarships such as municipal and university funds for outstanding international students. International partnerships span more than 100 institutions worldwide, and the international office provides admissions guidance, language support, and orientation services to help overseas students integrate academically and socially.

    Student life at SEU is active, with clubs, cultural events, and practical training opportunities across Nanjing’s growing industrial and technology sectors. Accommodation options include international student dormitories across campuses and affordable off‑campus rentals; estimated living and meal costs are moderate by Chinese standards. Prospective international students should prepare academic documents, consider scholarship applications, and reach out to the international admissions team early to plan study arrangements in Nanjing.

    About the Program

    The Master in Control Science and Engineering at Southeast University is a 1-year program for students looking to advance their knowledge in engineering. This master's degree helps students develop morally, intellectually, and physically, and grasp the basic theory and professional knowledge of control science and engineering.

    The curriculum covers the basic theory and professional knowledge of control science and engineering, including advanced technology methods to solve engineering project issues. Students will develop skills in research, planning, construction, and management, and become proficient in innovative abilities and international vision.

    Graduates of this program can pursue careers as Control Systems Engineers, Robotics Engineers, Automation Engineers, Systems Engineers, or Project Managers in various industries, including manufacturing, aerospace, and automotive.

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    This program's tuition is 25% below the typical master's in China.

    The median annual fee for that cohort is4,507 USD per year, a comparison figure across 6,589 programs billed per year on Global Admissions.

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    English Test Requirement

    This program asks forIELTS 5.5-6.0. Here's what that's worth on the other tests universities accept, based on the official concordance tables:

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    46–59
    PTE Academic
    42–49
    CEFR level
    B1/B2
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