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Central South University

Central South University

中南大学

Changsha, HunanMinistry of Education national key universityDouble First-Class A-level universityStrong in non-ferrous metals, medicine and rail transit
Founded
2000
Students
64,000
Ranking
27
International
2,200

University snapshot

Central South University is in Changsha. Explore the published programs, fees and admission requirements below.

Location
Changsha, Hunan
Founded
2000
Students
64000
Ranking
27
International
2200

About

Central South University is a national key university in Changsha, capital of Hunan Province, under the direct administration of China's Ministry of Education. It was created on 29 April 2000 through the merger of three well-established institutions: Central South University of Technology, founded in 1952 and long a leader in non-ferrous metals; Hunan Medical University, whose Xiangya Medical College roots reach back to 1914 and rank among the earliest Western-medicine schools in China; and Chan...

Fees at a glance

Published tuition across this university’s programmes. The university confirms the final figure.

By degree level

PhD / Doctorate(31)
¥ 32,000 CNY – ¥ 55,000 CNY
Master's Degree(15)
¥ 29,000 CNY – ¥ 48,000 CNY
Bachelor's Degree(4)
¥ 23,000 CNY – ¥ 69,000 CNY

By teaching language

English(32)
¥ 35,000 CNY – ¥ 69,000 CNY
Chinese(18)
¥ 23,000 CNY – ¥ 49,000 CNY

Why Choose Us

Ministry of Education national key university

Double First-Class A-level university

Strong in non-ferrous metals, medicine and rail transit

20 disciplines in ESI global top 1%

64,000+ full-time students

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Programs

50 Programs
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Mathematics(Operations Research and Control Theory)

Master's Degree3 YearsEnglish
Tuition Fee
¥ 35,000 CNY
per year
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Mechanical Engineering

Master's Degree3 YearsChinese
Tuition Fee
¥ 29,000 CNY
per year
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Civil Engineering(Civil Engineering Planning and Management)

PhD / Doctorate4 YearsEnglish
Tuition Fee
¥ 44,000 CNY
per year
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Physics(Radio Physics)

PhD / Doctorate4 YearsEnglish
Tuition Fee
¥ 44,000 CNY
per year
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Biology(Neurobiology)

Master's Degree3 YearsEnglish
Tuition Fee
¥ 35,000 CNY
per year
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Control Science and Engineering

PhD / Doctorate4 YearsChinese
Tuition Fee
¥ 38,000 CNY
per year
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Information and Communication Engineering(Communication and Information System)

PhD / Doctorate4 YearsEnglish
Tuition Fee
¥ 44,000 CNY
per year
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Physics(Optoelectronic Science and Technology)

PhD / Doctorate4 YearsEnglish
Tuition Fee
¥ 44,000 CNY
per year
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New Energy Material & Devices

Bachelor's Degree4 YearsChinese
Tuition Fee
¥ 23,000 CNY
per year
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Internal Medicine(Hemopathy)(The Third Xiangya Hospital)

Master's Degree3 YearsEnglish
Tuition Fee
¥ 48,000 CNY
per year
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Student Accommodation

On-Campus Housing Options

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Apartment Accommodation at Central South University

Changsha, Hunan

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Triple Room at Central South University

Changsha, Hunan

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Double Room at Central South University

Changsha, Hunan

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Single Room at Central South University

Changsha, Hunan

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Important Information

  • • Accommodation fees are paid per semester or academic year
  • • Room allocation is subject to availability
  • • Prices may vary and should be confirmed with the university
  • • Deposit may be required upon check-in

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Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Minimum GPA of 3.0/4.0
  • Academic transcripts

Language Requirements

  • IELTS 6.0 or TOEFL 80+
  • HSK 4 for Chinese programs
  • English proficiency certificate

Quick Facts

Location
Changsha, Hunan
Founded
2000
Students
64000
International
2200
Ranking
27
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