Aerospace science and technology

Located in Xi'an, a metropolis known as the "Rome of the East", Xi'an University is the only university in the People's Republic of China that simultaneously develops aviation, astronomy and marine sciences. It is multidisciplinary and research-oriented. Northwestern Polytechnical University (NPU) is located in the ancient city of Xi'an, founded in 1938 under the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology. Aeronautical engineering and communication taught in English are very popular among international students. Recently, Northwestern Polytechnical University has established cooperative relations with more than 100 overseas universities, enterprises and research institutes. A brilliant university - Xi'an University of Technology for you to explore.

The core of aerospace science and technology lies in achieving technological breakthroughs for "flight" and "exploration of space", covering activities both within the atmosphere and beyond it. The specific research scope includes: 

Aviation field: The design, aerodynamic layout, power system, structural strength, flight control, navigation and guidance of aircraft (planes, helicopters, drones, etc.) that fly within the Earth's atmosphere.

Spaceflight field: The orbit design, propulsion technology, thermal protection, attitude control, life support, and deep space exploration of spacecraft (launch vehicles, satellites, manned spacecraft, space stations, deep space probes, etc.) that fly outside the atmosphere. 

This discipline emphasizes the integrated development of the "theory - design - manufacture - test - application" entire process. It relies on basic sciences such as mathematics, physics and mechanics, and also involves engineering technologies such as materials, mechanics, electronics and control. It is a typical "highly specialized" interdisciplinary field.

NPU has worked hard to create an intelligent and energetic faculty that the students desire. The university attracts and employs the most capable faculty available and seeks to cultivate a climate that promotes excellence in their performance. NPU encourages and provideswith the faculty members opportunities to continue learning, keeping current with the research and development within their fields of expertise.  

Each year, NPU sends new and mid-career faculty members to special training at prestigious institutions of higher learning and organizations both at home and abroad. The Tenth Five-year Plan includes the Outstanding Disciplinary Leader Development Plan, the High-level Creative Talent Program and the Elite Development Program, and all designed to increase skills in young teachers. At present, NPU has proposed the Aoxiang Scholar Project to help train outstanding academic discipline leaders, excellent innovative teams and innovating young researchers and lecturers.

NPU has 1,801 faculty members, including 15 CAS or CAE academicians, 428 professors, and 556 associate professors. Over 82% of them hold a master's degree or above. Teachers under the age of 45 account for 76% of the total faculty. The university continues to recruit an increasing number of teachers who have worked abroad at other universities and who have a great variety of experiences. NPU has 13 Yangtze River Scholars, 16 professors from the National Hundreds out of Ten Million Talent Project, 9 winners of the National Science Fund for Distinguished Young Scholars，55 professors sponsored by the New Century Excellent Talent Support Plan of the Ministry of Education, 22 professors having the title of Shaanxi Provincial Distinguished Professorship, 25 professors from the Talent Project 511, 25 professors from the Shaanxi Provincial Three-Five Talent Project, 8 professors working as specialists in the Discipline Evaluation Group of the Academic Degrees Committee of the State Council, and 27 professors working on the Ministry of Education’s Teaching Guidance Committee.

NPU provides students with various, well-equipped apartments in different specification and conditions. Examined and approved by government, the apartments are abounded by all kinds of dining rooms and restaurants, hospitals, store, banks and well-equipped sports grounds which bring great convenience to students. Each apartment is equipped with an air conditioner, heating, a writing desk, a telephone, international access and cook tools etc.

Note: 

Students should pay 500 RMB refundable deposit. The money will be returned when they check out.

Students can live out of campus, but the university requires that students who study Chinese language should live in the Oversea Students Apartment for the first year.

The Students who study for degrees should live in the Oversea Students Apartment during the whole period.

Students who apply for living outside campus shall register both at International College of NPU and at local police station.

Other Fees( Reference)

Comprehensive Insurance Plan: RMB600 per year
Health Examination Fee: RMB 400
Residence Permit Fee: RMB 400 for less than 1 year
Visa: 400RMB/year.
Living Expenses (including food, transportation, electricity and etc): 800RMB per month

Dormitory Building                                                                                   Dormitory Interior

3 Steps to Apply to a Chinese University

1. Physical and mental health (free from infectious diseases and without any physical or mental disorders that affect normal learning). 

2. By September 1, 2025, the age of applicants for the doctoral program shall not exceed 35 years old. 

3. Educational Requirements: As of September 1, 2025, applicants for the doctoral program must have obtained a master's degree. 

4. Learning ability: Applicants should possess good learning ability and academic performance. The required score for the previous stage of application for applicants is 75%, and for those applying for the Chinese Government Scholarship, it is 80%. Applicants can provide other proof of their learning ability or academic performance, such as GRE or GMAT scores. 

5. Language Requirements 

The applicant should possess the required language proficiency in both Chinese and English as per the admission criteria.

1. Scanned copy of the valid and clear passport page:

2. Scanned copies of bachelor's and master's degree certificates:

3. Scanned copies of semester/academic year transcripts for both bachelor's and master's programs:

4. Recommendation letters provided by two experts or above:

5. Applicant's study plan for pursuing a doctoral degree:

6. Language proficiency certificates in Chinese (HSK) / English (IELTS or TOEFL or PTE): 

Applicants who meet the following conditions do not need to provide language proficiency certificates:

· Applicants whose native language is Chinese can apply for Chinese-taught programs;

· Applicants whose native language is English can apply for English-taught programs. 

7. Criminal Record Certificate (valid within 6 months);

8. Letter of Acceptance from Supervisor:

A letter of acceptance from the doctoral supervisor is a necessary document. Applications without such a letter will not be considered;

9. Officially Certified Awards and Research Achievements

Research achievements are a necessary document, including published research papers, patents, and research-related awards;

Applicants for the doctoral program with a CSC scholarship must submit at least one journal paper or conference paper. 

10. Copy of the "Foreigner Physical Examination Form" (valid for 6 months); 

11. Bank deposit certificate (5000 US dollars); 

twelve Other documents required to be submitted by the admissions office of Northwestern Polytechnical University; 

13. Students applying for the architecture or design programs are required to submit an art/design portfolio.