（Ningbo）University of Nottingham Ningbo China

Introduction

University of Nottingham Ningbo China (UNNC) was the first Sino-foreign university to open its doors in China. Established in 2004, with the full approval of the Chinese Ministry of Education, we are run by the University of Nottingham in partnership with Zhejiang Wanli Education Group, a key player in the education sector in China.

We have more than 8,000 students and, each year, around 1,500 graduates with excellent academic qualifications, transferable skills, a creative outlook and a fresh perspective. They are in demand from employers around the globe who recognise the benefits of hiring talent with an international perspective.

Our internationalisation policy means that our students can study at the University of Nottingham in the UK or to go as exchange or study abroad students to other universities around the world.

International students come from about 70 countries and regions around the world and Chinese undergraduate students are selected from most provinces on the basis of their college entrance examinations.
Competition for entry is stiff and students are required to have a minimum level of English to be accepted onto our degree programmes. We are familiar with a range of overseas school-leaving qualifications. For further information about the qualifications needed to study here email our admissions team.
High-impact research
UNNC is a fast growing hub for excellence in research, innovation and knowledge exchange. Driven by our collaboration with the Ningbo Government and industry partners, we provide solutions to local challenges through world-class research and innovation.
Our research spans all faculties and disciplines and we have several centres and institutes that are committed to providing world-leading research relevant to China's interests and needs.
We are keen to support the research talent of the future. We fund and support over 500 postgraduate students and they play an important role in our research community.

Top-quality staff
We have over 900 teaching, research and professional services staff at UNNC, recruited from top universities, research institutes and companies from at least 40 countries worldwide.
All of the teaching on campus is carried out in English by staff either seconded from Nottingham or appointed to the University of Nottingham’s standards.
We have 25 world-class professors appointed through the Li Dak Sum Chair Professorship scheme. Their key research areas span across Marine Economics, New Materials, business innovation and more. 

Admission
The University has a wide understanding of school-leaving qualifications from overseas countries and works closely with the British Council, both in the UK and abroad, to ensure all applications are properly considered. Entry requirements for our courses vary depending on your school qualifications, which determine your entry into either the preliminary year (year one) or qualifying year (year two). Some courses may also have specific requirements. 
Your exam grades are very important to us. We use exam grades in prioritising applicants, but other things count as well. We look at a range of other factors and aim to give everyone an equal opportunity to show their achievements. Based on the application materials, the admissions committee may require the applicant to participate in relevant interviews or tests. 
We treat everyone on an individual basis.
We receive more applications than places we have. This means that even if you have the right grades for a course, you might not be offered a place. Admissions staff for a course may make one standard offer to all applicants or they may vary the offer. This means that some applicants may be made a higher offer and some may be made a lower offer for the same course, depending on their other achievements.

English language requirements for 2024 entry
If your first language is not English, you are required to provide evidence of your proficiency in English. The minimum requirements for our preliminary year (year one) entry are listed below:
 IELTS 5.5 with no less than 5.0 in any element
 or PTE Academic 59 (minimum 53)
 or TOEFL iBT 80 (minimum 17 in writing and Listening, 18 in Reading and 20 in speaking)
The minimum requirements for our qualifying year (year two) entry are listed below:
 IELTS 6.5 with the writing band no less than 6.0
 or PTE Academic 71 (minimum 65)
 or TOEFL iBT 90 (minimum 19 in writing)
The minimum English language requirements for qualifying year (year two) entry for BA English Language and Applied Linguistics, BA English Language and Literature, and BA English with International Business are:
 IELTS 7.0 with the writing band no less than 6.0
 or PTE Academic 76 (minimum 65)
 or TOEFL iBT 100 (minimum 19 in writing)
The minimum English language requirements for BEng Aerospace Engineering are:
 Preliminary year entry: IELTS 6.0 with at least 5.5 in each element
 Qualifying year entry: IELTS 6.5 with at least 6.0 in each element
Only off-line English test score is accepted. Alternative test scores may also be considered.

Minimum age requirements
An applicant should be at least 18 years of age on admission to the University. For the purposes of this regulation, the date of "admission" is defined as the first day of September in the relevant academic year.
This requirement may be waived for applicants who will be less than 18 years of age on admission, on an individual basis, provided that their parents or guardians have given their written agreement in advance to additional safeguards and requirements. These include acknowledging that the University will not act in "loco parentis."
Refer to the minimum age requirements page for more information.

FAQs
Eligibility and Applications
1.What are the entry requirements?
The University of Nottingham Ningbo China (UNNC) is home to students from over 70 countries and regions worldwide. We look at both academic and English language proficiency of applicants. Check HERE to find the entry requirements of your country. If your country is not listed, please email us at Admissions@nottingham.edu.cn.
2.How do I apply?
Please check HERE for the list of required application documents and procedure. Application to the University of Nottingham Ningbo China can be made before you have completed your study. You may use the transcripts till now to apply for and the university will be able to assess based on what’s available. If you haven’t finished your study yet, a conditional offer may be issued pending on your final grades/degree. Once ready, please submit your application on our Online Application System. Email or post applications are not accepted.
3.What’s the application fee?
For 2024 September entry, there’s no application fee required.
4.What’s the deadline for course applications? Can I apply after the deadline?
For 2024 September entry, the application deadline is by 31st May 2024. Any late applications, please first check the position availability with Student Recruitment and Admission Office at Admissions@nottingham.edu.cn.
5.When will I know the outcome of my application?
Usually a complete application will be assessed by Student Recruitment and Admission Office within approximately 4 to 6 weeks. Notification e-mails will be sent to the e-mail address you registered with, you may also check out your application status in the online application system.
6.I've got an unconditional offer from the University to start in September. Is it possible to defer the offer until September next year?
Please contact our international admissions team at international_admissions@nottingham.edu.cn if you would like to defer.
7.What’s the English Test requirement?
If English isn't your first language, you will need to submit the relevant English language proficiency test report and meet the requirements. We accept IELTS, TOEFL (iBT), PTE and alternative equivalencies.
 For the English requirement for undergraduate programmes, please check HERE
 For the English requirement for master programmes, please check HERE
If you require additional support of the language requirement, please contact Student Recruitment and Admission Office at Admissions@nottingham.edu.cn.
8.What’s the deadline for the English language test result submission?
The deadline for the English language test submission is mid-July for 2024 intake.
9.If I am under 18, can I apply? What’s the procedure?
A signed and completed Consent Form for International Students Under the Age of 18 from applicants who are under 18 years of age at the start of their chosen course will be highlighted on the applications sent to admissions decision makers. Please check HERE for the guides.
Where a student is from overseas and their parents remain abroad, UNNC requires details of a guardian for the child, who should be living in China preferably in or near to Ningbo, and who will be accessible to the child and to the UNNC should the need arise. It should normally be the parents to find the guardian. Agent may be consulted if they offer such service.
Tuition fees and Living costs
1.What’s the tuition fee?
For 2024 September entry, the tuition fees for international students at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels are 110,000 RMB per year (100,000 RMB for HMT students). Please note that tuition fee for MSc International Business (Supply Chain Management) is 150,000 RMB per year.
2.What’s accommodation fee?
UNNC provides 2 types of accommodation for international students (2023 entry for reference):
 Building 11: single room with private toilet and shower room
 Building 20: four-bedroom flat
Please check HERE for each type’s accommodation fee and more details.
3.What is the tuition fee refund policy?
If a student withdraws or interrupts their studies, they are still liable for tuition fees and miscellaneous fees for the period of their study. If the student or their sponsor has already paid more than the fees due, the excess will be refunded to the fee payer.
For students who have completed their academic studies (in that all teaching sessions and examinations for the course have taken place), no refund will be due regardless of the withdrawal date.
Scholarships
1.Are scholarships available at University of Nottingham Ningbo China (UNNC)? How do I apply?
We offer entry-based scholarships to award exceptional degree programme applicants. You could submit your scholarship application on the same Online Application System. Check HERE for the scholarship list and more details.
2.How many scholarships can I apply for? Can the scholarships be combined?
Students are welcomed to apply various entry-based scholarships. Please note that the scholarships cannot be combined. For students who have been considered for two awards, the highest award will be granted by default.
3.What does the full scholarship include?
Nottingham Global Full scholarship worthies 110,000 RMB per student (100,000 RMB for HMT students), which is equivalent to 100% first year tuition fee.
International Students Support
We offer a wide range of support to offer holders and incoming students. These services often include visas, insurance, pre-arrival advice, accommodation support, induction, and introductions to career advisory services and university life. A number of professional service units support incoming students including Global Engagement Office, Student Affairs Office, and Admissions & Career Development Office.

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