Central South University (CSU)

Bachelor in Railway Engineering (Chinese-taught)

China 4 years Taught in Chinese Open to international students

Why students choose this program

  • Tuition 55% below the typical bachelor's
  • Applications currently open

Introduction

Central South University (CSU) in Changsha is a major Chinese national university formed in 2000 through the merger of three institutions and recognized as a Double First Class university. Home to more than 55,000 students and over 1,600 international students, CSU offers a comprehensive range of programs across engineering, medicine, materials science, rail transit and the social sciences, organized within numerous schools and research institutes.

CSU is research-intensive with national key laboratories, engineering centers and clinical hospitals that support advanced inquiry and applied innovation. The university promotes international collaborations with partners in more than 30 countries and provides scholarship opportunities for international applicants, including full and partial awards that may cover tuition, accommodation and stipends. Language pathways and preparatory programs are available for students who need to strengthen Chinese or English proficiency prior to degree study.

Campus life in Changsha blends a vibrant urban setting with extensive on-campus services and multiple accommodation options for overseas students. CSU’s strong industry links and alumni network support internships and employment outcomes, while a broad range of academic fields and postdoctoral centers make it a good fit for students seeking rigorous research training or professionally oriented degrees in one of China’s leading comprehensive universities.

About the Program

The Bachelor in Railway Engineering is a Chinese-taught program for international students. It's a 4-year bachelor degree at Central South University in China, focusing on railway engineering and management. Students gain practical experience through projects and internships.

The curriculum includes railway engineering, transportation systems, and railway management, with a focus on developing skills in railway design, construction, and operation. Students work on projects to design and manage railway systems.

Graduates can work as Railway Engineers, Transportation Managers, or Construction Managers, employed by companies like China State Railway Group or local transportation authorities.

This program's tuition is 55% below the typical bachelor's in China.

Median tuition for that cohort is 3,411 USD, across 3,221 programs on Global Admissions.

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English Test Requirement

This program asks for IELTS 6.5-7.5. Here's what that's worth on the other tests universities accept, based on the official concordance tables:

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TOEFL iBT
79–93
PTE Academic
58–64
CEFR level
B2
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