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XI'AN JIAOTONG UNIVERSITY
Shaanxi, China
Institution Profile

http://www.xjtu.edu.cn

Xi’an Jiaotong University (XJTU) is one of the oldest universities in China.  Today, XJTU is a university with 9 disciplines. Ranked 12th among the top 100 universities in China based on Sina Ranking 2009, its strengths lie in Management, Social Science, Engineering and Economics.

The University is located in Xi’an, a historical city with most abundant legacy. Over a period of more than 2000 years, Xi’an was a capital for eleven dynasties and played a vital role in bridging the gap between the east and the west.

Academics

Academic Calendar

Semester 1: Early September to Mid January

Teaching: Early Sept to Early Jan
Examination: Early Jan to Mid Jan
Vacation: End Jan to End Feb

Semester 2: Early March – Mid July

Teaching: Early Mar to Late Jun
Examination: Early Jul to Mid Jul
Vacation: Mid Jul to Late Aug

Refer to http://pksy.xjtu.edu.cn/sycx.asp?type1=sycx&title1=xl for more details.

Refer to http://www.gov.cn/test/2008-02/26/content_901723.htm for official public holidays.


University's faculties/schools

  • Architecture
  • Architectural Engineering and Mechanics
  • Economics and Finance
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Electronic & Information Engineering
  • Energy & Power Engineering
  • Foreign Language
  • Human Settlement and Civil Engineering
  • Humanities & Social Sciences
  • Life Science & Technology
  • Material Science & Engineering
  • Management
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Science
  • Software
http://www.xjtu.edu.cn:8080/en/academics&research/index.htm


Curriculum Structure

There is no limit on the number of modules per semester.

Course information is available at http://dean.xjtu.edu.cn


Medium of instruction for classes: Mandarin.

English module is not available.


Restrictions for exchange students:
N.A


NUS Application Deadline
Please check with your SEP Administrator in the Dean’s Office for actual dates.

 
Housing Options

On-campus accommodation is available for exchange students.

Refer to http://www.xjtu.edu.cn:8080/en/campuslife/index.htm for more details.

 
Living Expenses

Cost of Living

 

RMB

S$

Housing

No.1 Building for Overseas Students:
1,080 for double room                 1,920 for single room 
No. 2 Building for Overseas Students:
600 for double room   960 for single room

No.1 Building for Overseas Students:
232 for double room                413 for single  room 
No. 2 Building for Overseas Students:
129 for double room   206 for single room 

Food/Meals

900 to 1200

194 to 258

Personal Expenses (such as laundry, sundries & local transportation)

300 to 400

65 to 86

Academic Expenses e.g. book          (per semester)

200 to 300

43 to 63

Health Insurance (per semester)

400

86

Total               (per semester, approximately 5 months)

9,600 to 18,300

2,069 to 3,934

Note: Exchange rate used in this document is based on
information as of 14 May 2009: S$1=RMB4.65

 
Additional Information

Consular / Visa Regulations

A student visa is required (F visa of 180 days for 1 semester exchange with no physical examination required and X visa for 1 year exchange)

Apply at the China Embassy with the admission notice and visa application form (JW202) issued by Xi’an Jiaotong University.


Health / Medical Insurance

Student should carry adequate accident and medical insurance coverage with provisions for emergency evacuation/rescuer’s expense and repatriation for both durations of studies in China and travels within/outside China.

Exchange Students are required to purchase a compulsory medical insurance plan. More information is available at http://sie.xjtu.edu.cn/Insurance_cn.php


Airport Pick-up

Available.
More information will be provided in the admission package.


Official Transcripts

Will be issued in end January for semester 1 and end June for semester 2.


Services Available to Students

Exchange students enjoy the same access as the local students to the university facilities such as the university library and sports facilities.


Useful Website

Information for Incoming Exchange Students to Xi’an Jiaotong University http://www.xjtu.edu.cn/hzjl/gjhzyjlc.html and
http://202.117.3.11/en/

 
More Questions?

Please contact:
Ms CHOOI Foong Sin
Email: iroasia@nus.edu.sg

Module Mapping, Course Selections, Application
Please check with your SEP Administrator in the Dean’s Office.

 
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