Master in Basic Mathematics (Chinese-taught)

Applications for the Sep 2027 intake are due by May 30, 2027, and tuition fees are 22,800 CNY per year.

The Master in Basic Mathematics is a Chinese-taught program for international students at Qingdao University of Science & Technology. It's a Master's degree that takes several years to complete and helps students develop strong math skills.

The curriculum includes subjects like algebra, geometry, and calculus. Students will learn how to prove theorems, solve equations, and model real-world problems. They will also have hands-on experience with math software and research projects.

Graduates can work as data analysts, math teachers, cryptographers, or research assistants. They can find jobs in industries like technology, education, or finance, and work for companies like IBM, Microsoft, or the Chinese Academy of Sciences.

Qingdao University of Science and Technology, founded in 1950 and based in Qingdao, is a multidisciplinary institution with a pronounced emphasis on engineering, chemical technology and applied sciences. QUST has expanded across multiple campuses and offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs, supported by a strong research portfolio that includes national engineering laboratories, key provincial centers and collaborations with industry. The university has developed a reputation for practical talent cultivation and industry-university-research cooperation.

QUST supports internationalization through partnerships with over 100 universities worldwide and offers joint programs such as Sino-foreign cooperative colleges and dual training schemes. The university houses extensive facilities, a large library collection and research platforms that attract faculty with national honors and expertise. International students can access single-room accommodation equipped with essentials like heating, TV and internet, and benefit from dedicated support for academic and daily life.

Students at QUST gain opportunities to engage with applied research projects, technology transfer initiatives and entrepreneurship programs that have produced several spin-off companies. Career services, internship links and industry partnerships enhance employability in engineering, materials, chemical industries and related fields. Prospective international applicants should review program specializations, explore research groups aligned with their interests and prepare documentation for admission and visa procedures well in advance.