INTERNATONAL PROGRAM

I. Program Introduction

In September 2015, Chinese President Xi Jinping proposed at the United Nations Sustainable Development Summit at the UN Headquarters in New York: "China proposes exploring the establishment of a Global Energy Interconnection to facilitate meeting global power demand with clean and green alternatives." Therefore, carrying out relevant scientific and technological research and promoting the development of Global Energy Interconnection technology has become a national strategy. The joint program for cultivating outstanding international electrical talents centered on Global Energy Interconnection technologies, a collaboration between Southeast University and the University of Birmingham, aligns closely with this major national strategy.

This program focuses on Global Energy Interconnection related technologies. International students participating in this program will master the most cutting-edge international industrial and scientific technologies in fields essential for the development of the Global Energy Interconnection, such as smart grids, renewable energy power generation, energy storage, electric vehicles, and carbon capture. They will also gain a broad international perspective and innovative scientific research capabilities. After completing their studies and returning to China, these students will enhance the level of electrical engineering research at Southeast University, significantly boosting Southeast University's international influence and competitiveness in the field of Global Energy Interconnection. Simultaneously, they will supply a large number of scarce technical talents to China's power-related enterprises and institutions, thereby greatly promoting China's technological development in Global Energy Interconnection.

II.Program Arrangement

For the Southeast University - University of Birmingham Dual Master's Degree Program, students who have obtained a master's qualification at Southeast University and have been selected for the program will complete their first year of coursework at the University of Birmingham in the UK. After obtaining an MSc degree from the University of Birmingham, they will return to China for their second and third years to undertake coursework at Southeast University, conduct scientific research, and enter the research and dissertation phase. Upon successfully passing the defense, they will obtain a Master's degree from Southeast University as well as the MSc degree from the University of Birmingham. The disciplines involved in the cooperative program include Power System Planning, Operation and Control; Digital Protection and Control of Power Systems; Smart Grid and Renewable Energy Power Generation Technology, and Economic Theory and Application of Power Systems.

III.Study Abroad Duration and Fees

  1. Location: University of Birmingham, UK

  2. Duration: 12 months

  3. Tuition Fee: £26,928 (Original tuition fee £33,660, with a 20% discount for the Southeast University - University of Birmingham Master's Program)

  4. Program Description:

http://www.birmingham.ac.uk/postgraduate/courses/taught/eese/electrical-power-systems.aspx

IV. Key Milestones

  1. Application Period: January 1, 2026 - April 30, 2026

  2. Internal Selection Period: May 1, 2026 - May 15, 2026

  3. Course Start Date: September 2026

V. Required Application Materials

  1. Application Form for Internal Selection of the Southeast University - University of Birmingham Joint Master's Program (electronic document and printed version).

  2. Original and scanned copy of the applicant's IELTS test report form (The applicant should take the IELTS Academic test, with a minimum overall band score of 6.5 and no less than 6.0 in any component), or original and scanned copies of other English language proficiency test scores recognized by the UK university (For specific English language requirements, please refer to "Entry requirements" on the program description website).

  3. Original and scanned copy of the applicant's undergraduate transcript (The transcript should include all study phases of the undergraduate program. The transcript must be issued and stamped by the academic affairs office or relevant student management department of the attending institution).

  4. Scanned copy and paper copy of the applicant's valid ID card.

  5. Scanned copy of the personal information page of the applicant's valid passport.

  6. Scanned copy andpaper copy of the applicant's highest degree/diploma certificate.

  7. Electronic document of the applicant's English resume.

VI.Instructions on the University of Birmingham Online Application

  1. Students participating in the Southeast University - University of Birmingham Master's Program must further log into the University of Birmingham website to register and apply for study abroad qualification online after passing the internal selection (the School of Electrical Engineering at Southeast University will directly provide relevant recommendation proof to the UK university through official channels).

  2. The URL for students participating in the Southeast University - University of Birmingham Master's Program to apply for study abroad qualification (MSc Electrical Power Systems, Full-time Taught) is as follows:

https://sits.bham.ac.uk/lpages/EPS092.htm

  1. During the online application process, students participating in the Southeast University - University of Birmingham Master's Program need to fill in the "Agent/Partner Institution" information. Please make sure to fill in the Southeast University identification number (SEU’s code): 2309970 to ensure that the online application is identified as the Southeast University - University of Birmingham Master's Program.