Circuit & System

Top↑Program Description

1. The Aim

1. Candidates are required to study hard in Marxism, Leninism, Mao Zedong Thought and Deng Xiaoping Theory. They should adhere to the party's basic lines, be patriotic, and abide by law and disciplines. Based on a sound moral integrity, a rigorous and scientific attitude towards academic work, and a strong sense of dedication, they should endeavor to contribute to the ongoing socialist modernization drive.

2. Candidates must have a firm theoretical foundation in their special fields and broad background in related areas. They should be competent in undertaking independent research and development, and capable of making original contributions to their scientific and technological discipline. They should be proficient in English.

3. Candidates must take an active part in physical exercises and keep fit.

4. Circuits and Systems is a rapidly developing disciplinary field having close links with information technology and related high-technological fields. Students study theories and techniques in a wide range of topics such as image processing and information systems, pattern recognition, microelectronics, integrated circuits and micro-systems, signal detection, etc. Both fundamental and specialized courses are offered, reflecting the most up-to-date advances in this field. Research topics mostly come from front-line scientific and technological investigations and urgent needs of the national economy. Graduates must have a good command of fundamental theories and specialized knowledge and skills. They must be able to carry out creative work in research and development of this fast growing field.

2. Duration of Study
The program for master candidates lasts two and half years. Part-time candidates who have a job while pursuing a master’s degree can extend their study to three to five years.

3. Directions of Research
1. Image processing and pattern recognition
2. IC design and tests
3. Signal detection and control
4. Intelligent transportation systems

4. Curriculum

5. Research and Thesis

1. A candidate must obtain required credits before he/she is eligible for undertaking research towards a Master theses. The candidate is required to make an extensive literature survey in the field of intended research to prepare a kickoff report. The literature survey is also a good chance to practice technical English, especially improve reading proficiency.

2. A kickoff report of no less than 5000 words must be submitted in the fourth semester, which contains a survey of the literature, significance of the topic, problems to be studied, key points and special features, expected results and possible innovations.

3. Assessment on the kickoff report is made by a group of no less than 3senior teachers before the candidate can proceed with the research.

4. In the middle of the research, the candidate should review, and provide a report on, his/her work carried out according to the plan in order to make sure that the research goes properly. A warning is given if major discrepancy from the plan is found.

5. Before the thesis can be submitted for defense, it is subjected to an anonymous review process, which assesses the draft for originality, academic quality, correctness, and practicality. A preliminary defense is organized two months before the formal defense can be held. A panel gives an assessment to the draft, and decides whether or not the candidate can proceed for completion of the research. In case of failure, the candidate will be given three to six months to revise the thesis before he/she can re-submit the work.

6. Having passed the preliminary defense and after necessary modifications, the thesis is evaluated by no less than three senior examiners, including external professor(s), in closely related fields. A formal defense session is held upon approval of the thesis by both the internal and external examiners.

Top↑Entry Requirements

1. University graduate
2. HSK 4
3. Aged 18 - 60

Top↑Application Materials

1. Photocopy of valid passport
   With name, passport number & expiration date, and photo included
2. Passport photo
   A recent passport-sized photo of the applicant
3. Undergraduate school transcript
4. Bachelor's degree diploma
   Graduation certificate in languages other than Chinese or English should be translated into Chinese or English and be certified by notarization.
5. Two letters of recommendation
   From professor or associate professor or equivalents
6. Study plan
   Including study purpose, research interest and research plan in brief. (at least 1 A4 page)
7. Certificate of Chinese language education
   For applying Chinese-medium programs.
8. Certificate of HSK
   Certificate of HSK (Chinese Proficiency Test),

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