School of Salamanca, Shandong Jianzhu University is a Chinese-foreign cooperative education institution formally approved by the Ministry of Education of the People’s Republic of China. Jointly established by Shandong Jianzhu University, China, and the University of Salamanca, Spain, the School focuses on the field of Data Science and Artificial Intelligence. By leveraging the educational resources and disciplinary strengths of both universities, it is committed to cultivating high-quality professionals capable of applying big data, automation and intelligent modeling technologies in manufacturing, energy, transportation, agriculture, robotics, telecommunications, bioengineering and other sectors.

Founded in 1218, the University of Salamanca, Spain, is the oldest institution of higher education in Spain, renowned as the "Oxford of Spain" and the "Mother of Latin American Universities". It has long ranked among the top 10 universities in the QS World University Rankings for Latin countries. Boasting a comprehensive disciplinary system, the university offers 72 undergraduate programs, 86 master’s programs and 43 doctoral programs, with an enrollment of over 30,000 students. It has educated more than 100 academicians of the Royal Spanish Academy and numerous political leaders of Latin American countries, featuring profound and distinctive strengths in international education.

I. Enrollment Program

Data Science and Artificial Intelligence Engineering

Master of Science in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence Engineering

1. Enrollment Quota: 30 students

2. Training Model: Full-time study at Shandong Jianzhu University for 2 academic years

3. Graduation Requirements: Upon completing the required credits specified in the training program and meeting all graduation criteria, students will be awarded a master’s degree by the University of Salamanca, Spain, with the degree certificate fully consistent with that issued by the main campus of the University of Salamanca (certificate number verifiable on the official website of the University of Salamanca).

4. Tuition Fee: RMB 75,000 per academic year. The tuition covers core training expenses including course instruction, access to academic resources, and dual-supervisor guidance. Additional fees apply for textbooks, accommodation and other expenses, subject to the official fee announcement of the University and the School of Salamanca.

5. Study Arrangement: Students shall study and reside on the main campus of Shandong Jianzhu University and enjoy access to the university’s supporting teaching and living facilities.

II. Program Advantages

(1) Application-based Admission with Flexible Pathways

Admission to this program is based on independent application, without the requirement of taking the national unified postgraduate entrance examination. It provides a more flexible and reliable pathway for further study to applicants with sound language proficiency, solid academic foundation and practical experience (including outstanding recent graduates and working professionals).

(2) Short Duration & High-quality Educational Resources

The program fully introduces the core curriculum system and teaching mode of the University of Salamanca at the postgraduate level, with all courses delivered in English. Students can access high-quality educational resources of a world-renowned university without going abroad. The two-year duration optimizes learning efficiency and time cost, effectively reducing academic and further-study pressure.

(3) Dual-supervisor Guidance with Targeted Training

A supervisor team composed of full-time faculty from the University of Salamanca and postgraduate supervisors from Shandong Jianzhu University provides each student with personalized academic guidance, research support and career development advice.

(4) Focus on Cutting-edge Fields & Broad Employment Prospects

The program aligns closely with the national digital economy development strategy and industrial upgrading demands, concentrating on emerging key technological fields such as data science and artificial intelligence. With strong market demand for talents in related industries, graduates enjoy high employment adaptability.

(5) Smooth Pathways for Further Study & Diverse Development Opportunities

Outstanding graduates will be given priority recommendation to pursue doctoral degrees at Shandong Jianzhu University, the University of Salamanca, or other high-level universities at home and abroad, establishing a high-quality platform for academic advancement and professional development.

III. Application Requirements

1. Academic Degree Requirement: Holders of a nationally recognized bachelor’s degree or higher (recent graduates must obtain their graduation and degree certificates prior to enrollment).

2. Academic Background Requirement: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering and Automation, Mechanical Engineering, Information Management and Information Systems, or other related or similar disciplines.

3. Language Proficiency Requirement: Excellent English proficiency to adapt to an all-English teaching environment. Applicants without official language test scores may take an equivalent English proficiency test jointly organized by the University of Salamanca and Shandong Jianzhu University; admission will be granted upon passing the test.

IV. Registration and Admission

Specific requirements including official registration period, application document checklist, assessment format and schedule will be specified in the official admission brochure to be released by the School. Prospective applicants are requested to closely follow official announcements of the School.

V. Contact Information

To answer application inquiries and deliver admission-related information in a timely manner, the School has established multi-channel consulting services. Prospective applicants may consult through the following channels or join the official consultation group for targeted follow-up:

1. Official QQ Consultation Group:1019316994

2. Official Consultation Telephone: 0531-86367800

Mr. Pan: 19735215589; Ms. Qiao: 17862915109

3. Official Consultation Email: salamancaschool@sdjzu.edu.cn

School of Salamanca, Shandong Jianzhu University