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China: Tsinghua University Global Research Program

Tsinghua University is one of the oldest traditional technical universities in China located in Beijing. Adopting a “Lab Immersion + Faculty Mentorship + University-Wide Platform” model, this program allows students to engage in cutting-edge research at Tsinghua’s laboratories, for six weeks or more. Admitted students will be fully engaged in hands-on laboratory research without coursework obligations, receive one-on-one academic guidance from Tsinghua’s distinguished faculty, and experience authentic campus life and multicultural exposure

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Hui Qu Jansons
Hui Qu Jansons Regional advisor for China

KTH has one spot for this program. If nominated, the tuition fee will be fully waived. You can join this program for six to nine weeks any time before 30 November 2026.

If you are interested in this program, please get in touch with KTH's regional advisor for China. Please note that this program is not open for citizens of mainland-China.

You need to find an supervisor on your own for this program. You will receive more information from KTH if you are nominated. First come, first served. The final application deadline is 22 March.

The program requires a minimum commitment of 6 weeks. However, the specific schedule is flexible and can be arranged directly with your host laboratory to suit your availability.

Program highlights

  • Research-Intensive: Full engagement in hands-on laboratory research; no coursework for credit.
  • Faculty Mentorship: One-on-one guidance from Tsinghua faculty with tailored research plans.
  • Interdisciplinary Focus: Cutting-edge themes include Carbon Neutrality & Energy System Transformation, AI for Science and Intelligent Computing, Intelligent Manufacturing & Smart Systems, Life Sciences & Health Innovation, and Interdisciplinary Innovation & Global Collaboration.
  • Cross-Cultural Engagement: Integrated with Tsinghua’s summer school ecosystem, enabling authentic campus life and multicultural exposure. The Tsinghua University Global Research Program provides a 6+ week immersive research experience for outstanding undergraduates and graduate students from top universities. Leveraging Tsinghua’s high-quality laboratories and faculty expertise, the program adopts a “Lab Immersion + Faculty Mentorship + University-Wide Platform” model to deliver advanced research training and academic exchange, fostering global collaboration and building an interdisciplinary, cross-cultural community of young researchers.

Eligibility requirements

  • Non-Mainland Chinese citizen or non-permanent resident of Mainland China.
  • Currently enrolled as a full-time undergraduate or graduate student at KTH (must have completed at least one year of undergraduate study before starting the program).
  • Minimum GPA of 3.0/4.0 or equivalent.
  • Proficient in English (Chinese not required).
  • Strong motivation and interest in research.

Application process

  1. Contact KTH's regional advisor for a chance to get nominated. If nominated, you will receive further information regarding the application.
  2. Find a supervisor at Tsinghua University. KTH's regional advisor will share information on how to proceed.
  3. Make a formal online application to Tsinghua before the end of Mars, 2026.