Overview

The Social Sciences (China and Global Governance) course at Nanyang Technological University is designed for mid-career professionals, MCGG offers empirically grounded and theoretically informed insights into China’s social, economic and political evolution, and its increasing influence globally.

Uniquely balanced in perspectives, the well-rounded curriculum integrates Eastern and Western schools of thought to provide a global outlook of China. Fully taught in English, the highly interactive learning experience includes lectures, seminars, individual assignments, group projects, symposiums and class discussions.

Career Prospects

In the classrooms, our students from various professions and nationalities create a diverse and dynamic learning community, bringing with them global perspectives. MCGG is backed by the extensive NCPA alumni network of close to 20,000 members in China and other countries, offering students professional development opportunities in Singapore and beyond.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Leaders, Party and State: Contemporary Chinese Politics

The Making of Modern China: Historical and Social Perspectives

China's Economy in Transformation

Transition Economies: The Chinese Case

China's Role in Global Economy

Economic Policy in China

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 18 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-31 00:00:00
Starting 2027-08-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-31 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

88

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

30 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Singapore, Singapore

Disciplines

Sociology International Law Asian studies View 9 other Masters in Asian studies in Singapore

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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88

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

A bachelor’s degree.

For students from universities where English is not the medium of instruction, a good IELTS/TOEFL test score is required. Test dates must be within 2 years or less from date of application.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

43000 SGD / year

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Citizens or residents

43000 SGD / year

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Living costs

Singapore

1878 - 3880 SGD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

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Credits

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Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fees

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Living costs

Singapore

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