[Commlist] 2020 ZJU Ph.D. Program in Global Communication

*2020 ZJU Ph.D. Program in Global Communication *

*http://www.cmic.zju.edu.cn/cmicen/2019/0327/c35718a1468644/page.htm*

Zhejiang University (ZJU) is one of China’s top and oldest 
higher-education institutions. It ranks among the top three in Mainland 
China, and within the top 100 globally according to the Times Higher 
Education World Reputation Rankings and QS World University Rankings. 
The College of Media and International Culture (CMIC) at Zhejiang 
University was established in 2006. Its Department of Journalism was 
founded in 1958, making it one of the earliest journalism departments in 
China. The College offers both undergraduate and graduate programs in 
journalism, radio and television, strategic communication, and teaching 
Chinese as a second language. Its journalism and communication program 
has been ranked 4th in Mainland China by QS world rankings. Having 
established strategic partnerships with leading universities abroad and 
at home, the College is striving for building a world-class institution 
of media education.


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Program Overview


Global communication is a leading research area in the College of Media 
& International Culture at Zhejiang University. Our faculty members 
received their Ph.D. degrees from world-class universities in mainland 
China, North America, Europe, Hong Kong SAR and elsewhere. They have 
strong publication record on internationally recognized journals and 
enjoy high reputation both in China and abroad.

The Ph.D. program in Global Communication at ZJU aims to attract MA 
graduates with great academic potential from all over the world and to 
equip them with rigorous academic training. The core courses in this 
program are *taught in English*. The dissertation need to be *written in 
English*. Doctoral students are expected to work with our faculty 
members on cutting-edge research topics with theoretical and practical 
implications, and have the opportunity to study abroad in our overseas 
partner institutions for as long as one year. The duration of doctoral 
study is normally 4 years.

We invite students who are non-Chinese citizens with strong academic 
potential and commitment to apply for this Ph.D. Program in Global 
Communication. Students with an M.A., M.S. or M.Phil degree are eligible 
to apply for admission to this program. Successful applicants are 
encouraged to apply for studentships from the Chinese Government 
Scholarship or other sources. *The college offers tuition waivers to the 
most competitive incoming students*. And it will also provide additional 
research and travel support for enrolled doctoral students to attend 
international conferences and to conduct academic research.



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Program Curriculum

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Program Timetable


The first 1.5 academic years: Taking courses

The spring semester, 2nd year: Mid-term  Assessment / Qualification Exam

The summer semester, 2nd year: Thesis Proposal defense

The winter semester, 4th year: Pre-Oral Defense

The summer semester, 4th year: Oral Defense


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Application Timetable


The application deadline for the academic year 2020 is 31 March 2020. 
The application results will be announced in early May 2020. The 
registration date is early September, 2020.


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Application Requirements


1. Applicants must be non-Chinese citizens, under the age of 40.

2. Applicants must have a bachelor’s degree and an M.A., M.S. or M.Phil 
degree from accredited institutions.

3. Minimum 3.5 cumulative graduate GPA (4.0) scale on master’s degree 
course work.

4. English proficiency:

a) A degree received from an institution where the official language of 
teaching is exclusively English.

b) Otherwise, the applicants should satisfy the minimum English 
proficiency requirements: a minimum IELTS overall band score of 6.5, or 
a minimum TOEFL score of 90 (Internet-based Test).


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How to Apply


Applicants MUST mail the following application materials (strictly bind 
in the following order) to the Admission Office of the International 
College of Zhejiang University. Please make sure all the application 
materials ARRIVE in mail by 31 March 2020. The application package 
should be labeled“Doctoral Degree Program Application Materials: Global 
Communication.”

Incomplete application materials or the application submitted by email 
will NOT be processed. Additional documents may be required when 
necessary. Application materials will NOT be returned regardless of the 
result of the application.

1. A completed application form with a recent photograph (white 
background, 35mm×45mm in size). Complete and submit your online 
application via the online application system 
(http://iczu.zju.edu.cn/english/—; Admissions — Online Application), then 
print and sign the application form produced by the online application 
system.

2.  A photocopy of passport.

3. Highest degree certificates, which must be original documents or 
notarized copies. If applicants are university students, they shall 
provide an official pre-graduation certificate showing their student 
status and stating expected graduation date. Documents in languages 
other than Chinese or English must be attached with notarized 
translations in Chinese or English.

4. Academic transcripts during Master’s and Bachelor’s degree study, 
which must be original documents or notarized copies. Documents in 
languages other than Chinese or English must be attached with notarized 
translations in Chinese or English.

5.  A copy of your English proficiency test scores.

6. A personal statement outlining your goals for doctoral education.

7. A research proposal that includes a clear statement of the research, 
an overview of the literature, the methods, the expected contribution 
and a list of work cited. The proposal should be around 3 to 5 pages in 
single space.

8. Two letters of recommendation from faculty members who can evaluate 
your previous academic performance and provide an assessment of your 
likelihood of success in graduate school.

9. A writing sample of research. Professionally published samples are 
preferred but not required.

10. A resume or curriculum vitae including education, experience, 
awards, honors and publications.

11.  Remittance receipt of the application fee (RMB 800 Yuan) (Bank 
account link).

12. Form for Provisional Acceptance of International Student by ZJU 
Professor is NOT required for submission. The admission committee of the 
program will make recommendation of acceptance to the Graduate School.

Applicants are encouraged to apply for scholarship. Please follow the 
steps here:http://iczu.zju.edu.cn/english/redir.php?catalog_id=22232


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Research Areas of Faculty Members


Please visit the college website at http://www.cmic.zju.edu.cn/english/ 
for information about our faculty members.


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Mailing Address for Application


浙江大学紫金港校区西区国际教育学院大楼418办公室

Office Room 418, International College Building, West Zone, Zi-jin-gang 
Campus, Zhejiang University

Post Code: 310058

Email: (admission1 /at/ zju.edu.cn)

Tel: 86-571-87951718

Fax: 86-571-87951755

Website: http://iczu.zju.edu.cn/english/



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Inquiry about the Program


*Please note that inquiry regarding application and scholarship should 
be directed to the International College, not to the College of Media 
and International Culture*



College of Media & International Culture

Zhejiang University

148 Tianmushan Rd., Hangzhou, China

Email: (430310 /at/ zju.edu.cn)

Website: http://www.cmic.zju.edu.cn/english/


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