Specialization: International Law (taught entirely in English).
Objective: Cultivate high-level legal professionals with cross-cultural communication skills to support China’s diplomatic initiatives and global legal cooperation, particularly in trade, investment, IP, and environmental protection.
2025 Program Brochure of DOCTOR OF JURISPRUDENCE Specialized in International Law of East China University of Political Science and Law
I. Contact Information
- Address: 2nd Floor, Building 21, No.1575 Wanhangdu Road, Changning District, Shanghai, P.R. China
- Postal Code: 200042
II. Introduction to ECUPL
- Founded: 1952 as one of China’s first political science and law universities.
- Campuses: Twin campuses in Changning and Songjiang districts (total 750,000㎡).
- Scale: Over 18,000 students; 26 undergraduate programs, 56 master’s programs, 24 doctoral programs, and 2 postdoctoral stations.
- Disciplines: Legal education-focused, with additional programs in political science, economics, management, humanities, and computer science.
- Rankings:
- Top 5 in China’s legal education (national reputation as the “Oriental Pearl of Legal Education”).
- A-rated Law program (2016), B-rated Political Science (2016), A-rated Master of Law (2018).
- Consistently ranks among China’s top 3 universities for law journal publications.
III. Doctoral Program Overview
Program Introduction
- Specialization: International Law (taught entirely in English).
- Objective: Cultivate high-level legal professionals with cross-cultural communication skills to support China’s diplomatic initiatives and global legal cooperation, particularly in trade, investment, IP, and environmental protection.
Training Objectives
- Understanding of China: Knowledge of Chinese history, politics, diplomacy, and legal systems.
- Professional Competence: Mastery of international law, research methodologies, and academic writing.
- Cross-Cultural Skills: Ability to promote mutual respect and collaboration across cultures.
- Global Engagement: Participation in international academic conferences and exchanges.
- Chinese Proficiency: Achieve Level 3 in the “International Chinese Language Proficiency Standards.”
Credits & Structure
- Duration: 4 years (full-time, English-taught).
- Total Credits: 19 (13 core courses, 2 required courses, 4 electives).
- Dissertation:
- Independent research under faculty guidance.
- Minimum 80,000 English words.
IV. Core Curriculum
| Course Title | Class Hours | Credit |
|---|---|---|
| Mandarin Language Basics | 72 Hours | – |
| Chinese International Law & Diplomatic Practices | 36 Hours | – |
| Research on Chinese Legal Culture | 18 Hours | – |
| International Dispute Resolution | 18 Hours | – |
| Specialized Studies in International Public Law | 36 Hours | 1 Credit |
| Specialized Studies in International Private Law | 36 Hours | 1 Credit |
| Specialized Studies in International Economic Law | 18 Hours | 1 Credit |
| Frontiers of Legal Studies | 36 Hours | 2 Credits |
| Academic Training & Discussion | 36 Hours | – |
| Legal Practice of China’s Foreign Relations | 36 Hours | – |
| Comparative Law Topics | 36 Hours | – |
| Chinese Foreign Investment Law | 36 Hours | – |
V. Faculty
Professor Wu QiaoFang
- Background:
- Ph.D. in Economic Law (ECUPL).
- Master’s in International Business Management (Bournemouth University, UK).
- B.A. in English Education (Jiangxi Normal University).
Associate Prof. Han YiChou
- Education:
- LL.B., LL.M., Ph.D. in Law (all from ECUPL).
Associate Prof. Peng Xu
- Expertise: International Trade Law, WTO Law.
- Achievements:
- British Chevening Scholar (2001), French Eiffel Doctoral Scholarship (2005).
- Visiting professor at University of San Francisco and Shanghai University.
Associate Prof. Zhang He
- Role: Secretary-General of the “Belt and Road” Legal Diplomacy Institute.
- Focus: EU Law, International Investment Law.
Shen Jing & Shao Kaijun (Mentors)
- Backgrounds: Senior lawyers with extensive experience in international trade, arbitration, and dispute resolution.
- Affiliations: Shanghai Bar Association, Shanghai International Arbitration Center.
VI. Application Requirements
Eligibility
- Citizenship: Non-Chinese citizens in good health.
- Academic Qualification: Master’s degree (or equivalent).
- Language Proficiency: English proficiency (TOEFL 60+/IELTS 5.0) or exemption for native English speakers.
Required Documents
- Completed application form.
- Passport copy and ID photo.
- Master’s degree certificate/transcripts.
- Proof of English proficiency.
- Two recommendation letters.
- Study plan (≥1,000 words).
- Criminal record certificate.
- Health examination report.
- Financial affidavit.
VII. Application Process
- Apply Online:
- Submit via ECUPL’s International Education College portal.
- Material Submission:
- Email scanned copies to [email protected].
- Admission Timeline:
- Scholarship Applications: Nov 1, 2024–Apr 30, 2025.
- Self-Funded Applications: May 1, 2025–Sep 30, 2025.
- Outcome: Admission notification via email.
VIII. Tuition & Fees
- Annual Tuition: 50,000 CNY.
- Application Fee: 400 CNY (non-refundable).
IX. Scholarship Opportunities
- Chinese Government Scholarship: Apply via campuschina.org after receiving a pre-admission notice from ECUPL.
ECUPL: Pioneering Legal Excellence for Global Leaders in Shanghai.
Source: https://study.ecupl.edu.cn/2025/0325/c10736a219413/page.htm
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