Program Overview
The Higher Education and Student Affairs (HESA) at Beijing Normal University is a MA programme in Education over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of education. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Higher Education and Student Affairs (HESA) programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across China and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6
- Tuition: EUR 9,325 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; EUR 9,325 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Beijing, China
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Higher Education and Student Affairs (HESA) programme are prepared for diverse careers in education:
- Teacher / Lecturer
- Educational Consultant
- Curriculum Designer
- School Administrator
- Education Policy Researcher
- Training Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- [\'Chinese History and Culture Core\', \'Chinese Higher Education Core\', \'Administration in Higher Education and Student Affairs Core\', \'Student Development Theory Core\', \'Teaching and Learning in Higher Education Core\', \'Chinese Language Elective\', \'Qualitative Research Methods or Quantitative Research Methods Core\', \'Education Statistics Core\', \'Globalization and Education Elective\', \'Education and National Development Elective\', \'Financial Management in Higher Education and Student Affairs Core\', \'IT in Higher Education and Student Affairs Elective\', \'How to Write a Master\\x92s Thesis Elective\', \'Independent Study Elective\', \'Practicum Core\', "Master\'s Thesis"]
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Students must apply online before they mail out the following application documents
to BNU\xc2\x92s Office of International Students and Scholars.
- Application Form.
- Admission Approval Form
- Application Fee of RMB 600 or 100 US dollars (non-refundable).
- Curriculum Vitae.
- Personal statement (2-3 pages, double spaced) which addresses the following
- areas: What experiences have led to your interest in pursuing a career in higher
- education and student affairs? What qualities, characteristics, and skills do you
- possess that make you a strong candidate for the HESA program? What do you
- hope to learn from the HESA program and how does this relate to your personal
- and career goals?
- Two (2) letters of recommendation.
- Official transcripts from all previous institutions attended.
- Applicants for whom English is a second language must also submit test scores
- on the TOEFL or IELTS for admission consideration. Test scores must be from
- within the past 5 years.
- Two 2-inch photos taken within the last 6 months (no hats, glasses or other
- obstructions to a full head shot allowed)
- A copy of the photo page of a valid personal passport
- Any published academic papers, patents or other academic achievements
- (originals or copies)
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 9,325 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; EUR 9,325 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 9,325 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; EUR 9,325 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Beijing Normal University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Beijing Normal University
Beijing Normal University
西城区, China
Beijing Normal University (commonly abbreviated BNU, Chinese: 北京师范大学 Běijīng Shīfàn Dàxué) is a major public research university in Beijing, China, known historically and academically for...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2004-06-18
- Start Date 2018-09-01
- Language English
- Duration 24 months