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Bachelor of Architecture Programme | Tsinghua University
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Date posted
November 4, 2025
Deadline
February 28, 2026
Study location
Beijing
Tuitions
Min: 30,000¥/year
Level
Postgraduate Undergraduate
Qualification
High school diploma
Duration
4 Years
Gender
All
Description
Our cities are continuously shaped and reshaped by the vast amount of data generated through technological, social, and institutional innovations. This transformation profoundly influences how we interact with both physical and virtual environments, posing unprecedented challenges for architects and urban professionals. How can we respond to these disruptive changes? How do we reinvent ourselves by embracing new knowledge, methodologies, and technologies to regenerate our cities into resilient, equitable, and livable spaces?
The Bachelor of Architecture Programme in Urban Regeneration and Design at Tsinghua University is designed to answer these questions. The programme offers an unparalleled opportunity to study within one of China’s leading universities, leveraging its world-class research in computer science and digital technologies to redefine architectural education. Interdisciplinary, design-oriented, and technology-based, the programme integrates real-world urban regeneration projects as a core part of learning—nurturing creativity, critical thinking, and innovation.
Fully taught in English, the programme equips graduates with strategic vision, technological competence, creative insight, and social responsibility to become future leaders in designing better cities across Asia and beyond.
WHY THE PROGRAMME
Design Education Enhanced by Computing
Architecture and urban design today must embrace the power of data, AI, and computational tools. Students will learn to apply digital technologies through a design-thinking framework to address complex urban challenges with innovative solutions.
Multi-Disciplinary Learning with Personalized Projects
Drawing on Tsinghua University’s rich interdisciplinary resources, the programme enables students to develop customized projects under the joint supervision of faculty from architecture, engineering, urban planning, and related fields.
Learning Embedded in Real-World Urban Practice
China’s rapid urban transformation provides a living laboratory for innovation. Students engage directly with urban regeneration projects, gaining practical experience and insights into real-world design challenges.
An Asian Perspective with Global Relevance
The programme brings together an international faculty with extensive experience in Asian urban contexts. This foundation prepares students to address urban issues both within and beyond Asia.
Independent Thinkers and Global Leaders
Tsinghua graduates are highly sought after worldwide. This programme cultivates designers, consultants, policymakers, and entrepreneurs capable of driving sustainable and inclusive urban development across diverse global contexts.
CURRICULUM
The interdisciplinary curriculum builds a strong foundation in design theory, urban studies, and technological applications. Through experiential and project-based learning, students develop both design and critical thinking skills.
The curriculum integrates progressive design research studios with theory and technology courses on urban space and intervention. It also provides flexibility for students to tailor their academic paths—applying knowledge and digital tools in projects of their own creation.
Students may choose to graduate with a Bachelor of Engineering after four years, or extend their studies by one additional year to earn the professional Bachelor of Architecture degree.
APPLICATION ELIGIBILITY
- Applicants must be foreign citizens in good health and of good character, holding academic qualifications equivalent to a Chinese high school diploma.
- Strong academic performance is required and should be demonstrated through:
- Official transcripts (original and notarized in English or Chinese).
- National or regional high school exam results.
- International standardized test scores (SAT, ACT, A-Level, IB, etc.).
- Proof of English proficiency (e.g., TOEFL, IELTS) is required for non-native speakers.
- Applicants must meet the eligibility conditions specified by the Ministry of Education of the People’s Republic of China.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
- Online Application
Apply via Tsinghua University’s Online Application System for International Undergraduate Applicants. Complete the application form, upload required documents, and pay the application fee. - Comprehensive Assessment
- Evaluation: The Admissions Committee reviews all submitted applications.
- Comprehensive Test: Qualified applicants are invited to a test; details are communicated individually.
- Admission Decision
Admission is based on a holistic assessment of academic records, language ability, supporting materials, and test results.
SCHOLARSHIPS
Chinese Government Scholarship (Type A)
Applicants may apply through the Chinese Embassy or Consulate in their home country, typically between November and April each year. “Tsinghua University” must be listed as the first-choice institution on the application form.
Beijing Government Scholarship
Outstanding students can apply directly to Tsinghua University for the Beijing Government Scholarship for International Students. Awards are available for first-year and continuing students, based on academic performance and university policies.
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Tsinghua University is a public university in Haidian, Beijing, China. It is affiliated with and funded by the Ministry of Education of China. The university is part of Project 211, Project 985, and the Double First-Class Construction. It is also a member in the C9 League.
Tsinghua University was established in 1911, originally under the name “Tsing Hua Imperial College”. The school was renamed "Tsing Hua College" in 1912. The university section was founded in 1925. The name “National Tsing Hua University” was adopted in 1928.
The faculty greatly valued the interaction between Chinese and Western cultures, the sciences and humanities, the ancient and modern. Tsinghua scholars Wang Guowei, Liang Qichao, Chen Yinque and Zhao Yuanren, renowned as the "Four Tutors" in the Institute of Chinese Classics, advocated this belief and had a profound impact on Tsinghua's later development.
Following the outbreak of the War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression in 1937, National Tsing Hua University, National Peking University and Nankai University merged to form Lin-shih-ta-hsueh, which was renamed the National South-West Associated University in 1938 after moving to Kunming. In 1946 the University was moved back to its original location in Beijing after the war.
Three years after the founding of the People’s Republic of China, a nationwide restructuring of institutes of higher education began, and in 1952, Tsinghua University became a multidisciplinary polytechnic university specializing in training engineers. In November of that year,the Ministry of Education appointed Jiang Nanxiang as President.
Since 1978, Tsinghua University has strengthened its teaching in sciences, economic management, humanities and law. In 1999, Tsinghua opened the School of Arts and Design by merging with the Central Academy of Arts and Design. In 2012, the Graduate School of the People's Bank of China (PBC) merged into Tsinghua University as Tsinghua University PBC School of Finance. Today, Tsinghua has become a world-leading comprehensive university that offers subject areas in engineering, science, economics, management, art, medicine, philosophy, law,literature, history and education. Students are provided diversified development paths to advance their critical thinking and entrepreneurship through research-based learning.
Over the past over 100 years, Tsinghua University has witnessed and shared the hardships and glories of the nation. The University’s motto of “Self-discipline and Social Commitment” has inspired many generations of Tsinghua teachers and students to struggle for the prosperity of China.
In 2017, Tsinghua officially released its "Double First-Class (First-Class University &First-Class Disciplines)" development plan. As one of China’s most prestigious and influential universities, Tsinghua is committed to cultivating global citizens who will thrive in today’s world and become tomorrow’s leaders.Through the pursuit of education and research at the highest level of excellence, Tsinghua is developing innovative solutions that will help solve pressing problems in China and the world.
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School size
5000+
Founded in
1911
Location
Beijing
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