Ph.D in Integrated Circuit Science and Engineering

Studying Ph.D in Integrated Circuit Science and Engineering at Zhejiang University in China:

A PhD in Integrated Circuit Science and Engineering is a specialized degree that focuses on the research, development, and design of integrated circuits (ICs) used in various electronic devices. This program combines aspects of electrical engineering, computer science, and materials science to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of IC technology.

 

Necessary information:

• Duration: 3.5 years
• Degree awarded by: Zhejiang university
• Admission criteria: Master’s degree
• Language of instruction: English
• Format: Full-time
• Tuition Fee: RMB 34,800 Yuan/ Academic Year
• Application fee: RMB 800 yuan (non-refundable)

Note:

• An extra RMB 8,000 yuan/academic year shall be charged for programs whose language of instruction is English.
• The Tuition fee standard mentioned above is for reference ONLY. The tuition fee standard released at registration shall prevail.

 

Curriculum:

• Core coursework
• Elective coursework
• Qualifying exams
• Teaching assistantship

 

Career opportunity:

• Research Scientist/Engineer
• IC Design Engineer
• Process Engineer
• Technical Consultant

 

Application Requirements:

1. Qualification for Applicant

• Applicants must be non-Chinese citizens in good health with no infectious disease or any physical or mental diseases that may affect the normal study;
• Applicants should have a master’s degree and be under the age of 45 (Age limit is flexible for healthy applicants with certain work experience and high academic ability);
• Applicants must have an internet-based TOEFL test score 90 or IELTS test score 6.5 (or above), except for English native speakers.

2. Application Materials

• Application Form
• Scan copy of passport;
• Form for Provisional Acceptance of International Student by ZJU Professor, (If any);
• Scan copy of highest degree certificates. 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 English must be attached with notarized translations in English;
• Scan copy of academic transcripts during Master’s and Bachelor’s degree study. Documents in languages other than English must be attached with notarized translations in English;
• Scan copies of English proficiency certificates. Applicants must provide the certificate of TOEFL or IELTS test score. (Not required for English native speakers);
• Personal statement, in English, should include study and work experience, reasons for application and study proposal, no less than 1500 words;
• Two letters of recommendation from full professors or associate professors, in English. (Professors’ signature, contact phone number and email address must be put on the letter.);
• Published academic papers or other academic achievements (If any).

 

English language requirements:

• Applicants whose native language is English are exempt from providing English Proficiency Certificates.
• International applicants who apply for English-taught graduate programs must provide certificates to prove their English language proficiency meets the minimum requirement for admission, which are listed as below:

Exam	Score
IELTS	6.5
TOEFL	90
Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English (CAE)	180
Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE)	180

 

Deadlines and intakes:

• Intake Every Year: September Intake

Doctoral degree programs of Zhejiang University usually start from end of August or early of September every year.