I. Introduction to the Institutions
Established in 2002, the School of Foreign Languages at South China University of Technology (SCUT) originated from the Foreign Language Teaching and Research Office founded in 1952. The school comprises teaching departments including the Department of English, Department of Japanese, Department of International Organizations, Academic Graduate Division, Professional Graduate Division, College English Teaching Department, and Public English Teaching Department for Graduate Students. The school began enrolling undergraduate students in 1988, obtained authorization for a master's program in 1991, established a first-tier discipline master's program in foreign languages and literature in 2006, added a master's program in translation in 2010, obtained authorization for a first-tier discipline doctoral program in foreign languages and literature in 2021, and established a postdoctoral research program in foreign languages and literature in 2023, forming a comprehensive talent cultivation system from bachelor's to doctoral levels. In the Best Chinese Disciplines Rankings by ShanghaiRanking from 2020 to 2023, the first-tier discipline of Foreign Languages and Literature consistently ranked among the top in the country. In the Best Chinese Majors Rankings by Shanghai Ranking in 2023 and 2024, the Business English undergraduate program was rated A+ and ranked first in the country for two consecutive years.
In recent years, the school has continuously promoted the connotative development of its disciplines. It now hosts multiple research bases, including the Ministry of Education’s Research Center for Country and Area Studies, the Greater Bay Area (GBA) Center for Global Governance and International Organizations, and the GBA Center for Language Governance and Language Resources. The school also operates three academic journals: Island Studies Journal (an SSCI journal), Folk, Knowledge, Place, and the Indian Ocean Studies Journal. The academic team has undertaken more than 40 major projects under the National Social Science Fund, major research projects under the Ministry of Education's Philosophy and Social Sciences, and annual projects under the National Social Science Fund. The school has received nearly 20 awards, including the Outstanding Achievement Award in Humanities and Social Sciences from the Ministry of Education and the Outstanding Achievement Award in Philosophy and Social Sciences from Guangdong Province, and has obtained over 200 provincial and ministerial-level research projects. Adhering to the concept of interdisciplinary integration, the school has achieved significant results in think tank construction. The Indian Ocean Island Countries Research Center has been recognized as a high-level construction unit for country and area studies under the Ministry of Education and as a source think tank in the China Think Tank Index (CTTI).
The school’s teaching team has won three Second Prizes for National Teaching Achievements, two National Curriculum Ideology and Politics Demonstration Courses, five National First-Class Undergraduate Courses, 13 First-Class Courses in Guangdong Province, and four Special, First, and Second Prizes for Higher Education Teaching Achievements in Guangdong Province, laying a solid foundation for talent cultivation. The school actively promotes the cultivation of talents for international organizations, with many students undertaking internships at organizations such as the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO), contributing SCUT wisdom to cultivating international organization talents with global governance capabilities.
School Website: https://www2.scut.edu.cn/sfl/
The University of Hawaii at Mānoa (UHM), founded in 1907, is the largest and oldest campus in the University of Hawaii system. It is classified as one of 146 R1 research universities and enjoys international recognition. UHM offers a diverse range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional degree programs, covering 99 bachelor's degrees, 87 master's degrees, and 57 professional doctoral degrees. Its faculty includes members of the National Academy of Sciences, National Academy of Engineering, and National Academy of Medicine. The campus offers a vibrant student life with various student organizations and sports programs, including NCAA Division I athletics with 21 men's, women's, and co-ed varsity teams. With over 135 student organizations, UHM provides abundant opportunities for social and academic engagement.
The College of Education at the University of Hawaii at Mānoa traces its history back to 1888. It currently employs over 300 full-time faculty members, more than 90% of whom hold doctoral degrees in their respective fields. The college offers diverse degree programs, including a Ph.D. in Education, an M.Ed. in Educational Leadership, an M.S. in Special Education, and other popular majors. It also operates multiple practical training bases and community service projects, such as the Hawaii Education Innovation Lab.
College Website: https://manoa.hawaii.edu/, https://coe.hawaii.edu/
II. Program Overview
1.Program Description
3+2 Program
Undergraduate students study foundational professional courses at the School of Foreign Studies, SCUT, during their first to third years. Upon meeting the admission requirements, they proceed to study for a master's degree at the University of Hawaii at Mānoa for the subsequent two years. The first cohort of 3+2 students will be selected from SCUT undergraduate students between 2021 and 2022, commencing their master's studies under the 3+2 program at UHM in the fall semester of 2024.
2.Program Advantages
Academic Enhancement and International Perspective
Students study foundational professional courses at SCUT for three years and then pursue a master's degree at UHM for two years, gaining an international academic perspective.
Optimization of Time and Economic Costs
The 3+2 model shortens the time required for completing bachelor's and master's degrees from five or more years to five years, effectively saving students' time and economic costs.
Professional Choices and Career Prospects
The program covers multiple UHM master's degree majors, providing students with a wide range of professional options. UHM's master's degrees enjoy a high reputation globally. The program also offers abundant internship and employment opportunities to support students' future career development.
Academic Support and Guarantee
The program is jointly managed and supervised by SCUT and UHM, ensuring unified teaching quality and academic standards. Both institutions provide comprehensive academic support and guidance to help students successfully complete their studies and plan their future career paths.
Cultural Exchange and Friendship Building
Students will experience a new campus culture and lifestyle at UHM, meet friends and classmates from around the world, and establish long-term interpersonal networks, laying a solid foundation for future international cooperation and exchange.
3.Target Students
Undergraduate students majoring in Business English or Japanese at the School of Foreign Studies, SCUT.
4.Majors Offered
The eligible UHM master's degree programs include:
College of Arts, Languages & Letters – Asian Studies;College of Education – Educational Administration;College of Education – Educational Technology;College of Education – Curriculum and Instruction;College of Education – Teacher Education.
5.Application Requirements
a) GPA
A cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above (or equivalent percentage grade) during the first three years of study at SCUT.
b) TOEFL/IELTS
A minimum TOEFL (iBT) score of 100 or an academic IELTS score of 7.0.
(Note: Students applying for Asian Studies must meet the minimum language requirement of TOEFL 100 or academic IELTS 7.0. Students applying for education-related majors who achieve a TOEFL score of 80 or an academic IELTS score of 6.5 may be conditionally admitted to the UHM 3+2 master's program but will be required to take an academic English proficiency test at the UHM English Language Institute upon enrollment.)
III. Contact Information
Contact Person: Teacher Che, 15813346916
Address: Building 22, South China University of Technology
