Joint Undergraduate Dual-Degree Program
for International Students in International Economic Development Cooperation + Polymer Materials and Engineering
Fees
Application Fee: 660 RMB per application
Insurance: 800 RMB/year
Residence Permit: 400 RMB/year (collected by the Exit-Entry Administration Bureau)
Tuition: 49,750 RMB/year
Accommodation:
University of International Business and Economics:
https://sie.uibe.edu.cn/lxmd2/xxshzn2/0cd02ee98ed74c978896a88ae0c9b76a.htm
Beijing University of Chemical Technology (Chaoyang Campus):
Double Room: 10,800 RMB/semester; 21,600 RMB/year
Payment Information
This program involves two universities, and each university has its own payment requirements and bank accounts. Applicants must carefully follow the correct instructions depending on which university they are paying.
1. UIBE Payment Information:
https://sie.uibe.edu.cn/en/AppEnr/Re/502086e51bc041248d1a095baf622071.htm
2. BUCT Payment Information:
https://web.buct.edu.cn/_s312/14866/list.psp#p5
Core Curriculum
The program integrates UIBE’s training in international economic development with BUCT’s foundations in polymer materials engineering, enabling students to build complementary economic and technical skills.
Eligibility Requirements
High school graduates or above who meet university admission qualifications.
Non-Chinese citizens in good physical and mental health, holding a valid private passport, and willing to abide by Chinese laws and university regulations.
Aged 18–25; applicants under 18 must provide guardian documents for Beijing, China.
Applicants of Chinese origin must comply with the regulations of Document No. 12 (2020) of the Ministry of Education.
Application & Admission Process
1. Apply online and upload all documents:
2. UIBE: https://isa.uibe.edu.cn
3. BUCT: http://study.buct.edu.cn
4. Payment of application fee
5. Take the CSCA Test
6. Comprehensive interview
7. Receive Pre-admission notice
8. Issuance of Official Admission Letter and JW201/202 Visa Form
Application Deadline: June 30, 2026
Applicants should regularly check email and the application portal for updates.
Program Highlights
1. Complementary Academic Strengths
An innovative “Economics + Engineering” integrated model combining international economic development cooperation with polymer materials and engineering.
2. Integrated Curriculum System
New Materials Economics and Management
International Materials Policy and Trade Cooperation
Materials Assistance and International Development Cooperation
These courses link international economic policymaking with advances in materials science and industrial technology.
3. Dual-Campus Experience
Students may reside on either the UIBE or BUCT campus and take cross-institutional courses and joint internships.
They participate in international project evaluation, development policy research, and engineering practice in advanced laboratories.
Program Duration
Four-year full-time curriculum taught entirely in English.
Maximum study period: six years.
Degrees Awarded
Upon completing all required credits and successfully defending the final thesis/design project:
Bachelor of Economics (International Economic Development Cooperation), issued by UIBE
Bachelor of Engineering (Polymer Materials and Engineering), issued by BUCT
UIBE Core Courses (International Economics & Development Track)
1. Introduction to International Economic Development Cooperation
2. International Political Economy
3. International Development Finance
4. Multinational Corporations and Global Economic Governance
5. International Project Development and Management
6. Political Economy of Energy and Environment
BUCT Core Courses (Polymer Materials & Engineering Track)
1. Polymer Chemistry
2. Polymer Physics
3. Polymer Science Experiments (I) and (II)
4. Introduction to Materials
5. Polymer Processing Engineering
6. Manufacture Engineering of Polymers
7. Polymer Characterization
Application Documents
Applicants must submit (in Chinese or English):
1. UIBE or BUCT Application Form
2. Curriculum Vitae and Personal Statement
3. Passport photo page and Chinese visa pages (if applicable)
4. Notarized high school diploma and transcripts
5. English proficiency: IELTS ≥ 6.0, TOEFL ≥ 85, or equivalent
6. CSCA Test Score (Mathematics, Chemistry)
https://csca.cn/about/examintro
7. Foreigner Physical Examination Form
8. Non-criminal Record Certificate
All application materials are non-refundable regardless of admission outcome.
