Minzu University of China (MUC)

These are programmes and qualifications, jointly developed, delivered, assessed and quality assured by Middlesex University and Minzu University of China. These are delivered via the Joint Education Institute, Middlesex College of Minzu University of China.

For the dual award programmes students will receive separate diploma supplements/transcripts and award certificates from each University.

Minzu University of China (MUC) is considered the most prestigious higher education institution for the education of minority ethnics in China, as well as a leading provider for courses in the subject area of creative arts. It is an A-level university for the Double First-Class Construction initiative. MUC offers programmes at all levels from undergraduate to research degrees in a range of subject areas, which include dance, fine arts, ethnic studies, history, philosophy, literature, economics, administration, law, science, medicine, engineering and education. MUC has two campuses in Beijing and one on the island of Hainan off the south coast of China.

The Middlesex College of Minzu University of China is a non-independent Joint Education Institute (JEI) located on the Hainan campus, which is based in the Li'an International Education Innovation Pilot Zone. It is a joint international partnership between Middlesex University and Minzu University of China (MUC). The JEI opened in September 2023 and offers joint and dual awards with Middlesex University’s Faculty of Arts and Creative Industries. 

The JEI will be a hub for arts and creative industries education, research and knowledge exchange in the region. Leveraging the high-quality resources of both universities, the JEI aims to cultivate international, high-level, and application-oriented talented graduates with entrepreneurial ability. 

Courses available

  • BA (Hons) Fashion Design (Joint - Dual Award)
  • BA (Hons) Music (Joint - Dual Award)
  • BA (Hons) Dance Performance (Joint - Dual Award)
  • BA (Hons) Graphic Design is awarded by Middlesex University and BA (Hons) Visual Communication Design is awarded by Minzu University of China (Joint - Dual Award)
  • MA Graphic Design (Joint - Middlesex University Award)

Find out more

MUC Website:  https://oir.muc.edu.cn/en/index.htm 

Contact: Academic Partnerships Team, AcademicPartnerships@mdx.ac.uk 

Ministry of Education Registration for sino-foreign cooperative education institutions:  https://www.crs.jsj.edu.cn/aproval/detail/3325