Key information Duration Full-time 48 months Start dates & application deadlines Starting September 2027 Apply before May 2027, International.
This is an estimated deadline. The deadline is applicable to students from outside the European Economic Area who want to study within the EEA, or to students who want to study outside the EEA but are not nationals of that country. Language English TOEFL iBT: 85 IELTS: 6 Credits 30 alternative credits Delivered On Campus Campus Location Shanghai, China Disciplines Language Studies, Literature Overview Objectives Foreign Languages and Literatures graduates at Shanghai Jiao Tong University are expected to: Have deep understanding of the subject, and understand the status quo, world trends and the frontiers of academic research; Be able to conduct research with academic or practical value, and show innovation in academic achievements; Have a perfect command of one foreign language and preferably excellent command of another foreign language. Programme Structure Courses include: Academic English Writing English Literature Semantics Japanese Classical Literature Second Language Acquisition Textual Linguistics Narratology Contemporary Foreign Literature Criticism Admission requirements Academic requirements GRE: 160 (verbal), 160 (quantitative), 3.5 (analytical) GMAT: 550 English requirements TOEFL iBT: 85 IELTS: 6 Other requirements General requirements Master's degree for doctoral program applicants Degree certificates, in scanned files Transcripts, in scanned files. Doctoral program applicants are required to submit both undergraduate and graduate transcripts. Proof of language proficiency Scanned copy of passport. Passport-size photo. Personal statement and study plan Two letters of academic recommendation from scholars who are associate professors or above, or senior professionals in a related academic field If you are applying for programs of the School of Life Sciences and Biotechnology or School of Mechanical Engineering, you are required to contact the supervisor beforehand and provide an acceptance letter by the supervisor. Tuition Fees International tuition fees apply to students who are not citizens or permanent residents of the study country. In some regions, like the EU/EEA, or under certain agreements, students from partner countries may also pay domestic fees. Non-residents: 9,540 AUD / year (≈ 45,500 CNY / year) Living costs Shanghai, China 1,149-2,125 AUD / month The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries. Scholarships Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Foreign Languages and Literatures.
