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Nanjing University of Aeronautics and Astronauticsin Nanjing, China

Mechanical Engineering

Listed by the university as “Mechanical Engineering(College of Aerospace Engineering)”

Doctoral · English · 4 years

ClosedLast window ended 15 Jun 2026

Program facts

Degree level
Doctoral
Taught in
English
Length
4 years
Study mode
Full-time
Department
College of Aerospace Engineering
Official title
Mechanical Engineering(College of Aerospace Engineering)

Scholarships and funding options

2 options

Option 1

What the scholarship covers

Include:

Tuition

Scholarship coverage:

First Prize:100 % tuition waiver for the academic year 2026 only

Second Prize:One-time Payment of 20000 RMB

Third Prize:One-time Payment of 10000 RMB

Note: Interview is needed.

  1. NUAA Fly-High Scholarship is single-year awards. From Year 2 onward, all students may compete for NUAA Academic Scholarship (up to 20,000 RMB) based on annual GPA and comprehensive review.
  2. The scholarship is based on academics, background, experience, and CSCA score.

Cost after scholarship

Tuition:

34000-37800

0-27800

Accommodation: 4000-14000RMB/year

Living Expense: 2050-2550RMB/month

Option 2

What the scholarship covers

Include:

Tuition

Scholarship coverage:

One-time Payment of 20000 RMB

Note: Interview is needed.

  1. Nanjing Municipal Scholarship is single-year awards. From Year 2 onward, all students may compete for NUAA Academic Scholarship (up to 20,000 RMB) based on annual GPA and comprehensive review.
  2. The scholarship is based on academics, background, experience, and CSCA score.

Cost after scholarship

Tuition:

34000-37800

14000-17800

Accommodation: 4000-14000RMB/year

Living Expense: 2050-2550RMB/month

Who can apply

Same for every funding option

  1. Non-Chinese citizens with good physical and mental health, and with no criminal record.
  2. PhD under age of 40 years old.
  3. Hold a bachelor/master degree.
  4. IELTS (6.0 or above), TOEFL (70 or above) or equivalent English proficiency letter.
  5. Have strong academic background, research and innovative ability.

Required documents

Same for every funding option

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  1. Foreigner Physical Examination Report

    The form will be regarded as invalid if a photo missing, examines not completed, no stamp, no signature from the doctor or hospital. The form must be filled in Chinese or English. Original report is required for registration on campus.

  2. Passport photo

    A recent passport-sized photo of the applicant

  3. Scanned copy of passport front page
  4. The notarized bachelor degree certificates in Chinese or English

    Certificate in languages other than Chinese or English should be translated into Chinese or English and be certified by notarization. Both original and official English translated version are required.

  5. The notarized copyo f highest academic transcript

    Academic Transcripts in languages other than Chinese or English should be translated into Chinese or English and be certified by notarization. Both original and official English translated version are required.

  6. Non-criminal record certificate (issued within last 6months)
  7. English proficiency test certificate

    For example, IELTS or TOEFL, only for applicant whose native language is not English.

  8. Recommendation Letters from two professors
  9. Financial Guarantee Letter or bank statement
  10. Physical Examination Record for Foreigner with theblood test report(issued within last 6months)
  11. Acceptance Letter from NUAA potential supervisor
  12. A study plan signed by NUAA supervisors or professors

Tips: For applicants who are in China: If you are an employee, you still need to provide employment separation certificate and your current residence permit. If you are a student, you need to provide transfer certificate, leaving certificate, certificate of attendance rate issued by previous school and your current residence permit.

More Notes for You and Documents You Need to Prepare:

Please read carefully since if you failed to provide all qualified documents in time your application will be rejected.

I: Further Explanation of Documents You Need to Provide:

(Refer more standard for documents)

  1. Passport
    • A clear, full-color scan of your passport information page, showing your name, passport number, expiration date, and photo.
    • Some universities may also require blank visa pages, so you are advised to upload a few blank pages as well.
  2. Photo
    • A recent passport-sized ID photo (2 x 2 inches) with a plain white background.
    • Full face visible, no headwear (except for religious reasons).
    • Taken within the last 6 months.
  3. Highest Degree Graduation Certificate
    • A formal graduation certificate of your highest completed education level (e.g., Senior High School, Bachelor’s, or Master’s degree).
    • If the document is not in Chinese or English, it must be translated into Chinese or English and notarized by an authorized translation agency or relevant authority. Self-translations are not accepted.
  4. Highest Degree Academic Transcripts
    • Formal academic transcripts of your highest completed education level (e.g., Senior High School, Bachelor’s, or Master’s degree), covering ALL academic years, NOT just the final year.
    • If the document is not in Chinese or English, it must be translated into Chinese or English and notarized by an authorized translation agency or relevant authority. Self-translations are not accepted.
  5. Chinese Language Proficiency Certificate For Chinese Medium Programs
    • For Bachelor’s degree programs taught in Chinese, HSK Level 4 or above with a minimum score of 180 is usually required.
    • For Master’s degree programs, HSK Level 5 with a score of 180 or above is generally required. A few universities may require HSK Level 6.
    • Higher scores and levels are preferred.
  6. English Language Proficiency Certificate For English Medium Programs
    • IELTS (6.0 or above) or TOEFL iBT (90 or above) is generally preferred.
    • If you are unable to provide these test results, you may submit alternative proof, such as a Duolingo English Test score or an official English proficiency certificate issued by your previous school/university, stating that the medium of instruction was English.
    • Higher scores are preferred.
  7. Non-criminal Record Certificate
    • Please note that this document is generally valid for only 6 months(Few may require 3 months). For instance, if you submit your application in March, your non-criminal record must have been issued no earlier than September of the previous year.
    • Obtain this certificate from the local police station of your current residence, confirming that you have had no criminal record during the 6 months prior to the date of issuance.
    • If you are currently in China, the certificate must be issued by the local Chinese police.
    • If the document is not in Chinese or English, it must be translated and notarized by an authorized agency or relevant authority. Self-translations are not accepted.
  8. Physical Examination Form
    • Download the form template, print it, and bring it to a hospital for the required medical tests. The hospital will complete the form with your results.
    • The medical examination must cover all items listed on the form.
    • Ensure your photo is attached and the form is stamped and signed by the hospital after the examination.
    • The medical results are valid for 6 months only, and few universities will require the report you did within the past 3 months.
    • Forms that are incomplete, lack a final physician’s suggestion, missing the attending physician’s signature, official hospital stamp, or applicant’s sealed photo or contain abnormal examination results will be considered invalid.
    • The document must be in English or Chinese.

II: If you ever studied in China, you MUST provide these extra documents:

  1. A Non-objection Transfer Certificate(无异议转学证明).

    Issued by your previous Chinese university. This document should include your personal information, academic performance (including attendance), estimated graduation date, and your current university’s approval of your transfer application. It must also contain the university’s contact information (email and phone), issue date, and official stamp.

  2. Scanned copies of all passport pages with entry and exit stamps for China.
  3. Scanned copies of all visa pages (X1, X2, T, or others) and residence permit pages (if applicable).
  4. A Recommendation Letter From Previous Chinese University.

Some universities may also request a recommendation letter from your previous university or other supporting documents.

III: If you are under 18 years old, you MUST provide these extra documents:

  1. Notarized Guardian's Letter of Commitment
    • Students under 18 must find a Chinese guardian who resides in the same city as the university you are applying to, and complete the notarization process as guided in our tutorial video.
    • Upload a scanned copy of the notarized Guardian’s Letter of Commitment. This document must be certified in your home country and notarized in China.
    • Please note that a Notarization of Declaration (声明公证) issued in China is eventually required.
    • A scanned copy is acceptable at the initial stage. If the university later requires the original document or additional materials, we will inform you.
    • For some universities accept Beijing citizens as guardian, guardian services are available on Azimi Education. Learn more here.