The field of automation originated from the mechanical automation needs during the Industrial Revolution and has now expanded to various fields such as intelligent manufacturing, artificial intelligence, robotics, aerospace, etc. It studies how to enable equipment or systems to operate automatically according to predetermined goals without human intervention through means such as control theory, computer technology, and sensor technology. The core is the closed-loop control logic of "perception - decision - execution".

This discipline combines theoretical depth and engineering practicality. It not only involves abstract theories such as mathematical modeling and control algorithms, but also covers specific applications such as robot design and industrial production line debugging. It is a core supporting discipline for "smart manufacturing" and "Industry 4.0" and other contemporary trends.

1. General Requirements

1.1 Non-Chinese citizens with valid foreign passport.

1.2 Under the age of 25. Applicants must have graduated from high school (Those who provide pre-graduation certificate or student status certificate at application MUST provide senior high school diploma no later than registration).

1.3 With proper moral conduct, in good health with no infectious disease or any physical or mental diseases that may affect study.

2.Requirements on Citizenship

Requirements of the regulations set in the Document No. 12 (2020) of Ministry of Education of the PRC should be met

2.1 Applicants who have given up their original Chinese citizenship (including residents in Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan)and become foreign citizens, must acquire foreign citizenship before April 30, 2021, and must have lived abroad more than 2 years from April 30, 2021 to April 30, 2025 (more than 9 months of residence abroad per year can be considered as one year, taking entry and exit stamps as evidence).

2.2 If the applicant has acquired foreign citizenship automatically at the time of birth in a foreign country, whose parents were both Chinese citizens, or one of the parents was a Chinese citizen, parent’s (with Chinese citizenship) permanent resident in foreign country should be obtained prior to the birth of the applicant. Applicants must have lived abroad more than 2 years from April 30, 2021 to April 30, 2025 (more than 9 months of residence abroad per year can be considered as one year, taking entry and exit stamps as evidence).

 Note: If the applicant is concluded to have Chinese citizenship by the Chinese public security department after application, admission or enrollment, the applicant will be disqualified from application, admission or enrollment or withdrawal from school will be required.

3. Language Proficiency Requirements

3.1 Applicants for Chinese-taught programs must have HSK certificate. Specific HSK requirements could be found in the catalog of Chinese-taught undergraduate programs. Applicants whose compulsory courses were taught in Chinese during secondary education (junior and senior high school) can be exempt from submitting HSK certificate.

3.2 There are no Chinese language proficiency requirements for the applicants of English-taught programs. If applicants’ native language is not English, they should provide score report of English language test (e.g. TOEFL/IELTS/OTHER).Specific requirements could be found in the catalog of English-taught undergraduate programs

Language Proficiency（for non-native English speakers）: 

IELTS: 6.0 overall or above (academic module) with a minimum of 5.0 in each component. TOEFL-iBT:75 or above with a minimum of 15 in Reading, Listening, Speaking and Writing.  Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English (CAE): 170 or above 

Exemption Requirements： IB, A-level or other international standardized test score reports 

Applicants must have scored 70% or above in Math, Physics, Chemistry,a nd Biology (Zoology & Botany) during high school. 

1. A photocopy of passportfront page. The expiry date of the passport should be after March 1, 2026.

2. Senior high school diploma. Those who provide pre-graduation certificate or student status certificate at application MUST provide senior high school diploma no later than registration.

3. Academic transcripts for all the courses in senior high school.

4. Language proficiency certificates.

Applicants for Chinese-taught programs must provide the photocopy of HSK certificate.

Applicants for English-taught programs must provide grade report of TOEFL or IELTS test, or other proof which can reflect the applicants’ English proficiency. (Not required for English native speakers)

5.  Personal statement, in Chinese or English, should include study experience, reasons for application, personal strengths. No less than 800 words.

6.  Two recommendation letters from high school teachers. (Teachers’ signature, contact phone number and email address must be put on the letter.)

7. Award-winning Certificates related to academic courses during senior high school period. (If applicable)

8. Applicants who have given up their original Chinese citizenship and become foreign citizens shall provide:

8.1Documents certifying the cancellation of Chinese citizenship,

8.2Documents certifying the cancellation of Chinese household registration,

8.3 Documents certifying the acquirement of foreign citizenship,

8.4Exit and Entry Record on passport, from April 30, 2021 to April 30, 2025,

8.5 Self-Statement Form of Nationality Status and Nationality Confirmation and Guarantee Letter (Download).

9. Applicants who have acquired foreign citizenship automatically at the time of birth in a foreign country, whose parents were both Chinese citizens, or one of the parents was a Chinese citizen shall provide:

9.1Documents certifying acquiring foreign citizenship at the time of birth,

9.2Documents certifying parent’s (with Chinese citizenship) permanent residence in foreign country before the birth of the applicant,

9.3 Exit and Entry Record on passport, from April 30, 2021 to April 30, 2025,

9.4 Self-Statement Form of Nationality Status and Nationality Confirmation and Guarantee Letter (Download).

10. Applicants under the age of 18 (by September 1st, 2025) should submit Letter of Guardian Guarantee（Download）and the guardian must be an adult living in Chinese mainland.

11. Commitments for Zhejiang University Undergraduate Application (Download). The PDF version of the Commitments must be clearly and completely filled out and hand-signed. Applications without the Commitments will not be accepted.