Beijing Institute of Technology (BIT) is a research university founded in 1940. It belongs to Projects 211 and 985 and the “Double First-Class” initiative, ranks 243rd in QS 2027 and 234th in Times Higher Education 2027, and has more than 4,000 international students from 152 countries. Bachelor’s tuition is CNY 23,000 for Chinese-taught and CNY 30,000 for English-taught programmes, master’s CNY 32,000–36,000, PhD CNY 44,400, and the application fee is CNY 600. There are English-taught bachelor’s degrees in 8 engineering and economics majors. The official details and their sources are below.
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Beijing Institute of Technology at a glance
| Item | Details | Official source |
|---|---|---|
| Official name | Beijing Institute of Technology – 北京理工大学 (university code 10007) | Source |
| Founded | 1940 | Source |
| Status | Part of Projects 211 and 985 and the “Double First-Class” initiative (according to the university) | Source |
| Campuses | Zhongguancun, Liangxiang and Shishan in Beijing, and the BIT Zhuhai campus in Guangdong | Source |
| Ranking | QS 2027: 243 (QS 2026: 259) – Times Higher Education 2027: 234 | Source |
| International students | More than 4,000 from 152 countries | Source |
| Applications and contact | apply.isc.bit.edu.cn – bachelor’s: undergraduate@bit.edu.cn | Source |
Beijing Institute of Technology fees for international students
| Programme | Fees (CNY per year) |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s, Chinese-taught | 23,000 |
| Bachelor’s, English-taught | 30,000 |
| Master’s, Chinese-taught | 32,000 |
| Master’s, English-taught | 36,000 |
| MBA | 49,000 |
| PhD | 44,400 |
| Chinese language programme | 20,000 (10,000 per semester) |
Source: official fee announcement and postgraduate announcement. These are the official fees for the 2026 intake and may be updated each year; the final figure is in your admission letter. To convert them into your own currency, use the study cost calculator.
Other costs and living in Beijing
- Application fee: CNY 600 for degree programmes (CNY 500 for the language programme in Zhuhai).
- Monthly accommodation: Zhongguancun CNY 1,350 (double), 1,200 (triple) and 900 (quad); Liangxiang 900, 700 and 500; Zhuhai 900 (double) and 500 (quad).
- Medical insurance: CNY 800–1,800 per year, and the residence permit CNY 400 per year.
- Living in Beijing: about CNY 1,800–3,000 per month excluding rent (food, transport and personal expenses), based on StudyFlowX calculator estimates for cities in this tier.
- For comparison (calculator estimates for cities in this tier): a double room in university housing CNY 6,000–15,000 per year, a single room CNY 20,000–29,200, and an off-campus apartment CNY 36,000–60,000 per year.
Bachelor’s admission requirements
- High school graduate aged 18–25 (applicants under 18 need a guardian in Beijing).
- Chinese-taught programmes: HSK 5 with a score of 180. English-taught programmes: IELTS 6.0, TOEFL 85 or Duolingo 110 (native English speakers are exempt).
- A CSCA result, or proof of registration for it, before the interview: mathematics and physics for engineering majors, and mathematics for economics.
- Steps: register, pay the fee after the initial review, take a comprehensive interview, then receive a preliminary offer and pay the tuition deposit.
Source: official admission announcement.
Master’s and PhD requirements
- Master’s: a bachelor’s degree and age under 35. PhD: a master’s degree and age under 40.
- Chinese-taught programmes: HSK 5 with a score of 180. English-taught programmes: TOEFL 85, IELTS 6.0 or Duolingo 110.
- MBA: at least one year of work or internship experience. Two recommendation letters, a supervisor recommendation form, a medical examination and a police clearance certificate are required. According to the International Students Office, all PhD programmes can be studied in English.
Application deadlines
| Track | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s (2026 intake) | Until 1 June 2026 |
| Master’s and PhD – self-funded | 15 October 2025 – 15 June 2026 |
| Scholarships – first round | 15 October 2025 – 15 February 2026 |
| Scholarships – second round | 16 February – 15 April 2026 |
| BIT Scholarship | Until 1 May 2026 |
Source: official admission announcement. These are the deadlines for the September 2026 intake; the 2027 deadlines are usually published in autumn on the same site, so check it before applying.
Scholarships at Beijing Institute of Technology
- Chinese Government Scholarship (Type B): tuition, free accommodation or an accommodation allowance, a stipend of CNY 3,000 per month for master’s and CNY 3,500 for PhD students, and insurance of CNY 800 per year. Register on studyinchina.csc.edu.cn with university code 10007 and on apply.isc.bit.edu.cn.
- BIT Scholarship: Category A covers tuition, accommodation, stipend and insurance; Category B tuition and accommodation; Category C tuition only.
Source: official scholarship announcement. The Chinese Government Scholarship (CSC) has general terms: tuition, accommodation, comprehensive medical insurance and a monthly stipend of CNY 2,500 for bachelor’s, 3,000 for master’s and 3,500 for PhD students; age under 25 for bachelor’s, 35 for master’s and 40 for PhD; and from the 2026 cycle bachelor’s applicants must take the CSCA test. Read the Chinese Government Scholarship (CSC).
Programmes and language of instruction
English-taught bachelor’s on the Beijing campus: aerospace engineering, automation, computer science and technology, mechatronic engineering, electronic science and technology, mechanical engineering, and international economics and trade. On the Zhuhai campus: artificial intelligence. At master’s level there are English-taught programmes at CNY 36,000, and an MBA at CNY 49,000.
Global ranking
BIT ranks 243rd in the QS World University Rankings 2027 (and 259th in QS 2026, according to the university), and 234th in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2027.
Visa and residence after admission
- After admission you receive your admission documents and the JW202 form (or JW201 for scholarship students).
- Apply for an X1 visa (for study longer than 180 days) at the Chinese embassy or consulate in your country, usually between June and August.
- After arrival, register your address with the police within 24 hours (usually through the International Students Office).
- Convert your X1 visa into a residence permit within 30 days of arrival.
China joined the Apostille Convention, which took effect on 7 November 2023, so documents from member states need only an apostille, while those from other countries need full legalisation. Details in steps to get a student visa for China.
Working while studying
Regular employment under a contract is forbidden for international students. The only thing allowed is university-organised “work-study” (勤工助学): up to 8 hours a week and 40 hours a month during term, and 16 hours a week and 80 hours a month during holidays. An internship outside the university requires your employer to be added to your residence permit, and violations are punishable by a fine of CNY 5,000–20,000. So do not rely on work in your budget. Source: China’s Ministry of Education.
For Muslim students
According to the university’s English website (2023), the Liangxiang campus has a Muslim Canteen open to all students. Ask the International Students Office before you arrive about halal food and the nearest mosque in Beijing. Read Is China right for Muslim students?
FAQ
How much are Beijing Institute of Technology fees for international students?
See the fee table above; the figures come from the university’s official announcements for the 2026 intake, and the university may update them each year, so the final figure is in your admission letter.
Can I work while studying?
Regular employment is forbidden for international students in China. The only thing allowed is university-organised “work-study”: up to 8 hours a week and 40 hours a month during term, and 16 hours a week and 80 hours a month during holidays.
Which study visa do I need?
An X1 visa for study longer than 180 days, with your admission letter and the JW202 form (or JW201 for scholarship students), then convert it into a residence permit within 30 days of arrival.
Does Beijing Institute of Technology offer English-taught bachelor’s degrees?
Yes: 7 majors on the Beijing campus (including aerospace, computer science and mechanical engineering) and artificial intelligence in Zhuhai, at CNY 30,000 per year.
Is Beijing Institute of Technology the same as Beijing University of Technology?
No. BIT (北京理工大学) was founded in 1940, while BJUT (北京工业大学) is a different university, founded in 1960 and run by the Beijing municipality.
Last updated: October 2026. All figures come from the official announcements and pages listed below for the 2026 intake, and living-cost estimates come from StudyFlowX calculator data.
Official sources
- BIT – FAQ and admission 2026
- BIT – postgraduate 2026
- BIT – scholarships and deadlines
- BIT – 2026 fee schedule
- BIT – overview
- BIT – English site (campuses and campus life)
- BIT on QS
- BIT on Times Higher Education
- Study in China portal (CSC)
- China’s Ministry of Education: work-study procedures for international students (2022)
- China’s Exit and Entry Administration Law
- China’s Ministry of Education: list of universities permitted to teach medicine in English
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