Welcome to School of Advanced Manufacturing and Robotics at Peking University.
Peking University enrolls international students to pursue Ph.D. degrees through the “Application + Examination” method, and is dedicated to educating innovation-minded scholars with a global perspective and an understanding of China.
The specific provisions are as follows:
1. Disciplines and Majors
2. Method and Length of Study
1) Study method for Ph.D. degree programs is full-time .
2) The basic study period is 4 years for master’s degree students
3. Application Prerequisites
Applicants must meet all of the following requirements:
1) Applicants must be non-Chinese citizens holding a valid passport. Residents of the Chinese mainland, Hong Kong, Macau, or Taiwan who have emigrated to another country and are applying to Peking University as international students must present a valid passport or citizenship documents issued before April 30, 2021, and provide proof of the cancellation of Chinese nationality.
Note: The exit and entry administration authority of the public security organ of China reserves the right to determine whether an applicant still holds Chinese nationality. If, during the application period or even after admission or registration, the applicant is found to still hold Chinese nationality, the applicant’s application, admission, registration, or enrollment will be nullified.
2) Applicants should be both physically and psychologically healthy, have no criminal record, and must comply with the laws and decrees of China and the regulations of Peking University.
3) Applicants to doctoral programs must hold a master’s degree or higher from an institution accredited by the Ministry of Education of China.
4) The applicant’s academic performance, academic level, and language ability should meet the admission requirements for the major they are applying to.
5) In order to apply for a Program, the potential applicant must find an appropriate faculty member. Potential applicants should contact prospective research advisors to proactively discuss potential research plans. For more information on our faculty members, we offer a Staff Search tool:https://amr.pku.edu.cn/jyjx/yjsjy/zsxx1/bsszdjs/yblxylxjc1/index.htm
4. Application Period (Beijing time)
October 26, 2026 – December 1, 2026
5. Application Materials
Visit the International Student Service System
(https://www.studyatpku.com), complete the application, and upload the following documents:
1) Graduation and degree certificates, along with degree authentication in Chinese or English. For degree certificates in other languages, applicants must upload both the original copy and a notarized copy in Chinese or English. Degree diplomas awarded by overseas universities must be authenticated by the Chinese Service Center for Scholarly Exchange, Ministry of Education, P. R. China (CSCSE). Degree diplomas awarded by universities on the Chinese mainland must be authenticated by the Center for Student Services and Development, Ministry of Education, P. R. China (CSSD).
Note: Applicants who graduated before 2027 must upload their degree authentication report during the application period. Applicants expected to graduate in 2027 must provide an official letter from their current university confirming their expected graduation date and submit their graduation certificate upon pre-admission.
2) Official transc
3) A personal statement (including a research plan: 1500 words for the master’s degree program or 3000 words for the doctoral program). Please use the link to download the template: https://isd.pku.edu.cn/en/downloads.php?cate=13
4) Résumé and a copy of the Application Commitment letter. Please click the link to download the Commitment letter template: https://isd.pku.edu.cn/en/downloads.php?cate=13
5) Two recommendation letters from professors or associate professors in the applicant’s major (or equivalent professionals with a relevant academic title), in Chinese or English. Once applicants submit a request, the application system will send a link to the recommenders. Recommenders should click the link and complete the recommendation either by filling out the form online or by uploading a scanned copy of the signed letter. To download the template, click the link: https://isd.pku.edu.cn/en/downloads.php?cate=13
6) Applicants to English-taught programs (projects) whose native language is not English must submit a TOEFL (iBT, 5 points or above; TOEFL scores of 100 or above obtained between September 1, 2025 and January 21, 2026, are also accepted), GRE (above 315), or other certificates to prove their English language proficiency, unless they have received a bachelor or master degree from an English speaking university.
7) Passport front page. Applicants must upload the front page of all ordinary passport(s) used continuously since April 30, 2021. The current passport must remain valid for at least three months beyond the date of enrollment.
8) Table of contents and abstracts of the applicant’s academic publications and any other original achievements in the applicant’s field (if applicable).
Note: Applicants should scan the original or notarized application documents in color using a scanner. Images taken with a mobile phone or camera are not acceptable.
Once confirmed, the applicant's passport details (including name, nationality, gender, date of birth, and the uploaded photo) submitted during the application phase cannot be modified before enrollment.
Applicants must thoroughly review and ensure that all required documents (including two letters of recommendation) are complete and meet the specified standards before submitting them. Consequences of incomplete or non-compliant materials will be borne solely by the applicant.
6. Application Fee
The application fee for each program or major is 800 RMB.
Note: Each applicant may apply to up to two programs or majors. Applicants must pay the application fee online before the application deadline. Payments in other currencies or by traveler’s checks will not be accepted. Applications with incomplete documents or an unpaid application fee will not be processed. The application fee is nonrefundable.
7. Examination by the School/Department
The International Student Division will review the applicant’s basic qualifications. After passing the review, the application materials will be forwarded to the admissions office of the relevant school or department for academic evaluation.
The school’s (department, institute, center) admissions team will convene panels of experts to review applicants’ academic dossiers. All submitted application materials will be reviewed to assess each applicant’s overall ability. A shortlist of applicants will be prepared for the next stage of the examination.
The second examination round will be held December 2026 . The exact date and time will be posted on website. Applicants should check the website regularly for updates.
The school’s admissions expert committee will conduct a comprehensive assessment of the candidates’ research capacity, language proficiency, innovation capacity, and overall quality during the second examination round and rank the candidates.
8. Admission
1) Based on the school’s examination results, the Admission Office will review and prepare the preliminary admission list.
2) The preliminary admission list will be posted by the school or department before the end of May. Applicants should monitor the latest notices from the school or department.
3) The pre-admitted candidates should download and print the application form and, together with the other required original application documents (except the degree diploma and recommendation letters), deliver or mail the materials to the International Student Division of Peking University.
Deadline: May 31, 2027
Address: Room 330, International Student Division, New Sun Student Center, Peking University. Please write on the envelope: “Graduate Student Application Materials.”
4) In late June 2027, the International Student Division will issue an admission notice, a “Confirmation Form for Study in China” (JW201/JW202), and other documents to admitted students in batches.
9. Enrollment
Admitted students will complete registration and enroll at Peking University in early September 2027. The exact time will be announced in the admission notice. Admitted students must register at Peking University at the designated time with a valid passport, a valid visa, and an admission letter. All students should present their original degree diplomas for admission qualification review at the designated time. Students with degrees from overseas universities should, in addition, submit the authentication report issued by the Chinese Service Center for Scholarly Exchange.
If the relevant certificates have not been obtained before enrollment in the year of admission, the admission qualification shall be invalid.
10. Tuition Fees (per year per person) and Scholarships
1) Tuition Fees: Tuition Fees of Graduate Programs for International Students.
2) Scholarships: New international students may apply for the following scholarships:
(1) Chinese Government Scholarship (Type B): includes a full or partial tuition waiver, free accommodation, monthly living expenses, and medical insurance provided in accordance with regulations.
(2) Beijing Government Scholarship for International Students: Type A includes a tuition waiver, free accommodation, medical insurance, and monthly living expenses in accordance with the regulations; Type B includes a tuition waiver, free accommodation, and medical insurance; Type C includes a tuition waiver and medical insurance.
(3) Peking University Scholarship for New International Students: includes a full or partial tuition waiver, monthly living expenses, and medical insurance.
Note: Scholarship applicant evaluations will be conducted in accordance with applicable government and university regulations. For more information, please visit the International Student Division’s website at http://www.isd.pku.edu.cn.
Contact Information
Web site: https://amr.pku.edu.cn/
Admission Officer
School of Advanced Manufacturing and Robotics
Peking University
Email: int.stu.amr@pku.edu.cn
