Master in Social Work (Chinese-taught)

Tuition comes to 3,049 USD per year; applications for the Sep 2027 intake are open until May 30, 2027.

The Master in Social Work at Qingdao University of Science & Technology is a degree for students who want to help people in need. It's a Master's degree that takes a few years to complete and is taught in Chinese.

This program teaches students about social work skills, including how to help families and communities. Students will learn about social policies and how to make a positive change in people's lives. They will also get hands-on experience through internships and fieldwork.

Graduates of this program can work as Social Workers, Case Managers, or Community Outreach Coordinators. They can find jobs in hospitals, non-profit organizations, or government agencies, such as the Chinese Ministry of Civil Affairs or the Qingdao Social Welfare Bureau.

Qingdao University of Science and Technology, founded in 1950 and based in Qingdao, is a multidisciplinary institution with a pronounced emphasis on engineering, chemical technology and applied sciences. QUST has expanded across multiple campuses and offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs, supported by a strong research portfolio that includes national engineering laboratories, key provincial centers and collaborations with industry. The university has developed a reputation for practical talent cultivation and industry-university-research cooperation.

QUST supports internationalization through partnerships with over 100 universities worldwide and offers joint programs such as Sino-foreign cooperative colleges and dual training schemes. The university houses extensive facilities, a large library collection and research platforms that attract faculty with national honors and expertise. International students can access single-room accommodation equipped with essentials like heating, TV and internet, and benefit from dedicated support for academic and daily life.

Students at QUST gain opportunities to engage with applied research projects, technology transfer initiatives and entrepreneurship programs that have produced several spin-off companies. Career services, internship links and industry partnerships enhance employability in engineering, materials, chemical industries and related fields. Prospective international applicants should review program specializations, explore research groups aligned with their interests and prepare documentation for admission and visa procedures well in advance.