Dual Degree Programs

📍 Completed/Active Dual Degree Agreements

🌍 Europe

University of Southampton (UOS), UK

【Dual Degree System】: 3+1+1 Bachelor's and Master's Dual Degree Program (Years 1–3 at NSYSU; Year 4 at UOS taking Master's year 1 courses; Year 5 at UOS). Upon completion, students will receive a Bachelor's degree from NSYSU and a Master's degree from UOS.
【About the University】: The University of Southampton (UOS) is a prestigious research-led university located in southern England. Founded in 1862, it is known as one of the UK's Ivy League universities and is a member of the Russell Group. According to the 2024 QS World University Rankings, UOS is ranked 81st globally, reflecting its outstanding academic strength and research impact. The Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences focuses on education and research in engineering and physical sciences, including Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Computer Science, and Aerospace Engineering. These courses cover solid theoretical knowledge and emphasize the development of practical skills to ensure students stand out in a fast-changing technological environment.
【QS Rankings】: 2024 QS WUR = 81; 2025 QS WUR = 80
【Partner Department】: Our Department & UOS Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences:
- MSc Computational Engineering Design
- MSc Engineering Materials
- MSc Propulsion and Engine Systems Engineering
- MSc Mechatronics
【Eligibility】: Limited to third-year (junior) students of our department. Cumulative GPA must be at least 3.0/4.3.
【Language Requirements】: IELTS score requirements: overall score 6.5 (Writing 6.0, Speaking 6.0, Reading 6.0, Listening 6.0)
【Application Period】: Students must contact the Department Office in advance. After the department nominates candidates by the designated date in March (as requested by UOS), students must upload the required documents through the link provided by UOS and submit them for review before the deadline in May each year.
【Estimated Expenses】:
- MSc Computational Engineering Design (1-year program): £30,000 - £3,000 discount (10% discount) = £27,000
- MSc Engineering Materials (1-year program): £30,000 - £3,000 discount (10% discount) = £27,000
- MSc Propulsion and Engine Systems Engineering (1-year program): £30,000 - £3,000 discount (10% discount) = £27,000
- MSc Mechatronics (1-year program): £32,300 - £3,230 discount (10% discount) = £29,070 (Note: Tuition fees for each program are subject to annual changes. Please refer to the university’s website for the most up-to-date information.)
【Course Introduction & Reference Materials】: [Click here for information summary]

🌍 Americas

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, USA

【Dual Degree System】: 3+2 Bachelor's and Master's Dual Degree Program (Years 1–3 at NSYSU; Year 4 at Rutgers taking Master's year 1 courses; Year 5 at Rutgers). Upon completion, students will receive a Bachelor's degree from NSYSU and a Master's degree from Rutgers.
【About the University】: Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is the largest institution of higher education in New Jersey. It is one of the highest-ranked and most diverse public research universities in the United States, and is listed as a Public Ivy. Founded in 1864, the Rutgers School of Engineering currently has over 200 faculty members and 5,000 students. It is currently driving research in innovation centers, including health sciences, infrastructure, sustainability, wireless and 5G technology, advanced manufacturing, machine learning, and data analytics.
【QS Rankings】: 2024 QS WUR = 299
【Partner Department】: NSYSU College of Engineering & Rutgers School of Engineering:
- Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (MAE)
- Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE)
- Industrial and Systems Engineering (ISE)
- Materials Science and Engineering (MSE)
【Eligibility】: Limited to third-year (junior) students of the NSYSU College of Engineering. Applications must be submitted through their respective departments. Cumulative GPA must be at least 3.0/4.0 OR the student must rank in the top 30% at NSYSU, and must have completed 75% of the graduation credit requirements for the NSYSU undergraduate program.
【Language Requirements】: IELTS 7 / TOEFL iBT: Writing 22, Speaking 23, Reading 21, Listening 17
【Application Period】: According to Rutgers regulations, students must upload the required documents to the website below and submit them for review before April 1st each year.
- Portal URL: https://admissionservices.rutgers.edu/graduate/newApplicant.app
- Guideline URL: http://gradstudy.rutgers.edu/apply/application-guidelines
【Estimated Expenses】: Pay NSYSU tuition for Years 1–3. Pay dual tuition for Year 4 (Master's Year 1). Pay Rutgers tuition for Year 5. Rutgers tuition is calculated at the full non-resident rate of the Graduate School. The annual cost (Tuition + Fees + Room and Board) is approximately USD $36,001–$50,716. (Annual tuition is subject to the Rutgers official website, please refer to the LINK).
【Course Introduction】: Students are required to take a Capstone Course (12 credits) and Graduate Courses (30 or 24 credits). The Capstone Course is designed to help students understand current research at Rutgers and industry collaborations, aiding them in selecting a research direction.
- Non-thesis option (30 credits): Complete 30 credits of Graduate Courses.
- Thesis option (24 credits): Complete 24 credits of Graduate Courses and 6 credits of research courses, and successfully complete a Master's thesis and oral defense.
【Reference Materials】: [Click here for Flyer] | [Click here for Introduction]

The University of Akron (UA), USA

【Dual Degree System】: 3+2 Bachelor's and Master's Dual Degree Program (Years 1–3 at NSYSU; Year 4 taking Master's year 1 courses; Year 5 at UA). Upon completion, students will receive a Bachelor's degree from NSYSU and a Master's degree from UA.
【About the University】: The University of Akron is a public research university located in Akron, Ohio, USA. Founded in 1870 as a small, private college, it has grown into a comprehensive university. UA offers more than 300 undergraduate, master's, and doctoral degree programs in fields such as business, engineering, education, arts, sciences, and health. The university enjoys a strong reputation in engineering, nursing, business, and education.
【QS Rankings】: 2024 Ranking = 301–350
【Partner Department】: Our Department & UA College of Engineering and Polymer Science
【Eligibility】: Limited to third-year (junior) students of our department. Average GPA at NSYSU (Years 1–3) must be > 2.5; GPA during Year 4 at UA must be 2.75 or higher.
【Language Requirements】: IELTS 6.5 / TOEFL iBT score of 79 or above.
【Application Period】: Based on the schedule provided by UA. For example, for the Fall 2023 application, nominations were completed by NSYSU in mid-March, and nominated students completed their online applications by mid-May.
【Estimated Expenses】: Pay NSYSU tuition for Years 1–3. For Year 4 (Master's Year 1), students enter UA under "guest admission" and must maintain their student status at NSYSU; therefore, they must pay both NSYSU and UA tuition. Pay UA tuition for Year 5. Annual tuition is determined by the UA official website. For example, in 2023, the first year was approximately USD $25,000, and the second year was approximately USD $28,000.
- Estimated Expenses for Academic Year 1:
  - Tuition and fees: $10,549 (reflects tuition waiver for undergraduate credits)
  - Room and board: $11,070 (on campus for the academic year – excludes summer; varies by residence hall and meal plan)
  - Mandatory health insurance: $1,240
  - Books: $1,000 (academic year) (Note: Excludes personal expenses, travel, etc. F-1 visa applicants must pay a $350 SEVIS fee and a $160 visa application fee to the U.S. government. Fees are subject to change.)
- Estimated Expenses (Year 2):
  - Tuition and fees: $15,013
  - Room and board: $10,193 (off campus for the academic year – excludes summer; varies by residence selection)
  - Mandatory health insurance: $1,240
  - Books: $1,000 (academic year) (Note: Estimates are subject to change and exclude personal expenses, travel, etc.)

🌍 Asia

University of Brawijaya (UB), Indonesia

【Dual Degree System】: 1+1 Master's Dual Degree Program
【About the University】: Founded in 1963 in Malang, Indonesia, University of Brawijaya is one of the top five national universities in Indonesia. It currently has over 50,000 students across 11 faculties and 1 program, including Law, Economics, and Engineering. Its campus size is second only to the University of Indonesia.
【QS Rankings】: 2024 Ranking = 801
【Partner Department】: Our Department & UB Department of Mechanical Engineering
【Eligibility】: Limited to students of our department. Undergraduate GPA must reach 3.0.
【Language Requirements】: TOEIC score of 700 or above, OR TOEFL iBT score of 79 or above (or equivalent English proficiency test results).
【Application Period】: Fall Semester: Before April 30th each year; Spring Semester: Before September 30th of the previous year.
【Estimated Expenses】: Pay NSYSU tuition and other mandatory fees. Students are exempt from paying tuition and credit fees to the host university.

Waseda University, Graduate School of Information, Production and Systems (IPS), Japan

【Dual Degree System】: 3+2 Bachelor's and Master's Dual Degree Program (G course) / 1+1.5 Dual Master's Degree Program (F course).
- Our department's recommended admission (recommended by the partner university, with scholarship opportunities): Undergraduate to Master's / Master's to Doctorate.
【About the University】: Waseda University's IPS offers Master's and Doctoral programs. International students account for 90% of the student body, making it the most international graduate school at Waseda University. The school covers three areas, aiming to cultivate interdisciplinary, composite, high-level technical talents in fields such as AI, production automation, semiconductor integrated circuits, and system LSI.
- I stands for Information Architecture
- P stands for Production Systems
- S stands for Integrated Systems This interdisciplinary training extends from media to management engineering, designing new applications for computer information science, creating new value through next-generation manufacturing technologies, and developing cutting-edge technology for innovative integrated systems.
【QS Rankings】: 2024 QS WUR = 199
【Partner Department】: Our Department & Graduate School of IPS
【Eligibility】: Limited to students of our department. Depending on the degree track, students apply during their junior year (G course), first year of Master's (F course), or as prospective graduates of Bachelor's/Master's programs. Applicants must apply via the IPS online system and mail the physical documents to the IPS office.
- First-year Master's students applying for the F course must pre-match with an IPS advisor prior to the specified deadline according to IPS regulations.
- Applicants need to apply through the online application system “The Admissions Office (TAO)” and post relevant documents to the Office.
- The TAO system will be available for applications starting from April 13th.
- For the F course (1+1.5 program), pre-matching is required prior to application. Pre-matching period: March 16, 2026 (Mon) ~ March 27, 2026 (Fri).
【Timeline】 (April 2026 Entry is closed):
- The entrance examination for the September 2026 intake will be held in June 2026, with the application period in April.
- 《Reference》June Exam Application period: April 13, 2026 - April 24, 2026
【Application Period】: Subject to the IPS regulations for the current year ([Click here]). The above dates are examples for the 2026 Spring and Fall intakes.
【Estimated Expenses & Course Introduction】: [Click here for the 2025 Brochure] | [Click here for the Presentation]
【References & Links】:
- ◇ IPS Application Forms: https://www.waseda.jp/fsci/gips/en/applicants/admission/application/
- ◇ IPS Admission Guide: https://www.waseda.jp/fsci/gips/other-en/2024/10/21/28141/
- ◇ G-course (3+2 program): https://www.waseda.jp/fsci/gips/other-en/2020/09/24/18147/
- ◇ F-course (1+1.5 program): https://www.waseda.jp/fsci/gips/other-en/2018/04/04/10902/
- ◇ Course Overview: https://waseda.app.box.com/s/6z5qpozainii8dryfw6t3xdsklg0b0kl
- ◇ Schedule, Timetable, Syllabus, Study Guide: https://www.waseda.jp/fsci/gips/other-en/2024/07/23/26339/
- ◇ Inquiry Form: https://forms.office.com/r/9WGiz16eCB?origin=lprLink
- ◇ Syllabus Search: https://www.wsl.waseda.jp/syllabus/JAA101.php?pLng=en
- Please refer to the following:
  - Communicate well enough with your recommenders in advance to ask for your recommendation letters.
  - You need to send the “request” to your recommenders on the online application system (TAO) to ask them to submit the evaluation/recommendation letters for you.
  - *Please choose “Recommended application”.
  - https://admissions-office.net/en/portal/university_subjects/58 (English)
- Important Notice for entrance examinations for admission in 2027
【Language Requirements】:
- Types and Validity of Language Proficiency Test Results for Entrance Examinations (Applicable to entrance examinations for AY2026 admission and thereafter)
- Notice of Change to Language Proficiency Test Requirements for Admissions (Applicable to entrance examinations for AY2027 admission and thereafter)
- Important Changes to the Entrance Examination (Applicable to entrance examinations for AY2027 admission and thereafter)
- September 2027 Intake (Exam expected in February 2027)

📍 Dual Degree Agreements Under Negotiation

★ Kyushu University, Faculty of Engineering, Japan

【Dual Degree System】: Dual Master's Degree
【About the University】: [TBD]
【QS Rankings】: [TBD]
【Partner Department】: [TBD]
【Eligibility】: Limited to students of our department.
【Language Requirements】: [TBD]
【Application Period】: [TBD]
【Estimated Expenses】: [TBD]