Nanyang Technological University (NTU)

Master of Social Sciences in China and Global Governance

China's meteoric rise as a global power has empowered it to seek a more active role in global governance. Master of Social Sciences in China and Global Governance (MCGG) unravels the complexities of China in participating and shaping global political and economic dynamics. An English graduate programme designed for mid-career professionals, MCGG offers empirically grounded and theoretically informed insights into China’s social, economic and political evolution, and its increasing influence globally.

Uniquely balanced in perspectives, the well-rounded curriculum integrates Eastern and Western schools of thought to provide a global outlook of China. Fully taught in English, the highly interactive learning experience includes lectures, seminars, individual assignments, group projects, symposiums and class discussions.

Unique Features

A global perspective of China 

One of the earliest graduate studies to focus on contemporary China, MCGG is also the only English programme in Southeast Asia to integrate Eastern and Western perspectives to offer a holistic appreciation of China from a global outlook.

As the second largest economy in the world and a major player in global politics, China has played an increasingly important role in shaping the current and future developments of the globe. It is essential for students to understand China in a global perspective.

A renowned, multidisciplinary faculty 

Learn from an interdisciplinary faculty, comprising renowned academic experts who are leaders in their fields, and qualified professionals with extensive research and consulting experience in specialist fields such as contemporary Chinese politics, China’s economic policies in the global context, and society and culture in China.

Not only are our courses taught by China specialists in small class sizes, we also invite renowned scholars and industry practitioners from the region to share their unique perspectives and invaluable experiences.

A diverse, global classroom and strong alumni 

Students from all over the world bring a global perspective to the programme and create a diverse and dynamic learning environment, further enriched by Singapore’s multicultural and multilingual society. Exchange ideas with students from various professional backgrounds, and tap into our extensive MCGG alumni for networking and professional development opportunities in Singapore and beyond.

Exchange programme and summer school
Enrich your learning experience through exchange programmes and summer courses with our partner institutions. Selected graduate students from NTU will head to Waseda University for a semester-long exchange programme or a short summer school as part of the East Asian University Institute (EAUI) for Asian Regional Integration programme.