Minors

Minor programs equip students with multiple skills and offer students the opportunity to explore broader knowledge in different aspects, beyond what their major disciplines may provide. JI offers 8 declarable Minors now:

 

  • Entrepreneurship
  • Computer Science
  • Data Science
  • Global China Studies
  • Electrical and Computer Engineering
  • Industrial AI 
  • Management
  • Robotics

Program Advisors

Undeclared and first-year students are referred to the JI Academic Advising Center.

Declare a Minor

How to apply

Eligibility: 

  • A student should have a good academic behavior (GPA 2.0 or above).
  • A student should receive a grade of C or better for all the courses required for the minor.
  • All JI students are welcomed to declare the minor(s).

Procedure: 

Time Action
Sophomore – Senior year Select courses according to the detailed requirements of minor(s).
Senior year Submit the declaration as required. Please keep an eye on Canvas announcements.
Senior year Your Minor(s) Certificate(s) will be issued alongside a bachelor’s degree at JI.

 

Frequently Asked Questions

Will a minor require additional credits?

If planned well in advance of the senior year, most of the minor certificates should not add to the credits required for a bachelor’s degree at JI. More details of should be referred to the specific course requirements of each minor.

Can I apply for multiple minors?

A student can declare multiple minors but no credits can be used to satisfy the requirements of more than one minor.

Can transferred credits be used for minor(s)?

Transfer credits are acceptable with prior approval.

 

Detailed Requirements

Minor in Entrepreneurship

JI offers a minor in Entrepreneurship to encourage students to learn practical skills that may help translate innovative ideas into real impact. A minimum of 15 crts of courses are required for the minor.

A minimum of 15 crts of courses are required for the minor in Enterpreneurship.
New Plan: Students who joined JI on or after 2022 must follow the new plan only.
Category Course List
Core
_5 crts
required
•BUS4200J (3 crts)
•PSY3110J / BUS4020J (3/2 crts)
Practicum
_6 crts
required
•BUS2550J / BUS2551J (2/3 crts)
•BUS4250J (3 crts)
•BUS4100J (3 crts)
•BUS4230J (3 crts)
•BUS4400J (3 crts)
•PSY3110J  (3 crts)
•ME4500J (4 crts)
•ECE4500J (4 crts)
•ENGR4500J (4 crts)
•ECE4410J (4 crts)
•Other MDE courses may be added with prior approval.
•Other courses or SJTU IPP with substantive practical experiential learning requirement for identifying and/or implementing innovative ideas may be added with prior approval.
•Extra crts may be counted towards the Elective
Electives
_top up
a total of 15 crts
•BUS1020J (2 crts)
•BUS2510J (2 crts)
•BUS3515J (2 crts)
•ENGR4410J (4 crts)
•BUS4020J (2 crts)
•ECON1011J (3 crts)
•More courses (including transferred courses) may be added with prior approval.
Old Plan: Students who joined JI before 2022 may choose the old plan or the new plan.
Category Course List
Core
_5 crts
required
•BUS4200J (3 crts)
•BUS4020J (2 crts)
Practicum
_6 crts
required
•BUS4230J (3 crts)
•BUS4411J (3 crts)
•ECE4130J (4 crts)
•BUS4250J (3 crts)
•BUS4100J (3 crts)
•ME4500J (4 crts)
•ECE4500J (4 crts)
•ENGR4500J (4 crts)
•ECE4410J (4 crts)
•Other MDE courses may be added with prior approval.
Electives
_3 crts
required
•BUS2030J (3 crts)
•BUS2510J (2 crts)
•BUS2550J (3 crts)
•BUS2551J (2 crts)
•BUS3515J (2 crts)
•BUS4210J (3 crts)
•BUS4220J (3 crts)
•BUS4400J (3 crts)
•BUS4570J (3 crts)
•ECON1011J (3 crts)
•ENGR4410J (3 crts)
•PSY3110J (3 crts)

 

Minor in Computer Science

JI offers a minor in Computer Science to broaden students’ horizon in a different discipline and make the students more marketable to employers. A minimum of 15 crts of courses are required for the minor.

A minimum of 15 crts of courses are required for the minor in Computer Science.
Track Category Course List
TRACK 1
For ECE Major
Prerequisites •MATH1160J/MATH1560J/MATH1860J (or equivalent)
•ENGR1010J
•MATH2030J
•ECE2800J
Core
_4 crts required
•ECE2810J (4 crts)
Electives
_11 crts required
•ECE3700J (4 crts)
•ECE3730J (4 crts)
•ECE4270J (4 crts)
•ECE4410J (4 crts)
•ECE4450J (4 crts)
•ECE4700J (4 crts)
•ECE4720J (3 crts)
•ECE4721J (4 crts)
•ECE4730J (4 crts)
•ECE4750J (4 crts)
•ECE4760J (4 crts)
•ECE4770J (4 crts)
•ECE4800J (4 crts)
•ECE4820J (4 crts)
•ECE4830J (4 crts)
•ECE4850J (3 crts)
•ECE4870J (4 crts)
•ECE4880J (4 crts)
•ECE4890J (4 crts)
•ECE4920J (4 crts)
•ECE6702J (3 crts)
•More courses may be added with prior approval, such as AI and machine learning.
TRACK 2
For non-ECE Major
Prerequisites •MATH1160J/MATH1560J/MATH1860J (or equivalent)
•ENGR1010J
Core
_12 crts required
•MATH2030J (4 crts)
•ECE2800J (4 crts)
•ECE2810J (4 crts)
Electives
_3 crts required
•ECE3700J (4 crts)
•ECE3730J (4 crts)
•ECE4270J (4 crts)
•ECE4410J (4 crts)
•ECE4450J (4 crts)
•ECE4700J (4 crts)
•ECE4720J/ECE4721J (3/4 crts)
•ECE4730J (4 crts)
•ECE4750J (4 crts)
•ECE4760J (4 crts)
•ECE4770J (4 crts)
•ECE4820J (4 crts)
•ECE4830J (4 crts)
•ECE4850J (3 crts)
•ECE4870J (4 crts)
•ECE4800J (4 crts)
•ECE4880J (4 crts)
•ECE4890J (4 crts)
•ECE4920J (4 crts)
•ECE6702J (3 crts)
•More courses may be added with prior approval, such as AI and machine learning.
Minor in Data Science

JI offers a minor in Data Science to provide students with a basic understanding in those aspects of computer science, statistics, and mathematics that are relevant for analyzing and manipulating large complex datasets.

A minimum of 15 crts of courses are required for the minor in Data Science.
New Plan: Students who joined JI on or after 2022 must follow the new plan only.
Category Course List
Core
_8 crts required
•ECE4010J (4 crts)
•STAT4710J (4 crts)
Electives
_Theory and Computation
_at least 1 course
•ECE4450J (4 crts)
•ECE4760J (4 crts)
•ECE4761J (4 crts)
•ECE4850J (3 crts)
•STAT4060J (4 crts)
•STAT4510J (4 crts)
Electives
_Application
_at least 1 course
•ECE4720J/ECE4721J/ECE6701J (3/4 crts)
•ECE4530J (4 crts)
•ECE4880J (4 crts)
•ECE6702J (3 crts)
•ENGR4410J (3 crts)
•STAT3060J (3 crts)
Old Plan: Students who joined JI before 2022 may choose the old plan or the new plan.
Category Course List
Core
_8 crts required
•ECE4010J (4 crts)
•STAT4130J/STAT4510J/STAT4060J (4 crts)
•ECE4710J/STAT4710J (4 crts)
Electives
_at least 2 course
•ECE4450J (4 crts)
•ECE4530J (4 crts)
•ECE4710J/STAT4710J (4 crts)
•ECE4720J/ECE6701J/ECE4721J (3/4 crts)
•ECE4760J (4 crts)
•ECE4761J (4 crts)
•ECE4850J (3 crts)
•ECE4880J (4 crts)
•ECE4920J (4 crts)
•ECE6601J (4 crts)
•ECE6702J (3 crts)
•ECE6901J (3 crts)
•ENGR4410J (3 crts)
•IE4660J (3 crts)
•STAT1000J (3 crts)
•STAT4060J (4 crts)
•STAT4130J (4 crts)
•STAT4510J (4 crts)
•Ve407 (4 crts)
•Vv409 (3 crts)
Minor in Global China Studies

JI offers a minor in Global China Studies to help students understand China from a global perspective, as well as to understand China’s role in the global world.

A minimum of 14/16 crts of courses are required for the minor in Global China Studies.
Track Category Course List

TRACK 1

For Non-native Chinese Speakers

_16crts
required

Core
_3 crts
required
•HIS2810J (3 crts)
Chinese
Language
_Up to 6 crts
•Up to 2 crts in level 1 or level 2.  
•Shortage of crts in Chinese language could be made up by crts in elective courses.
Electives
_7 crts
required
•HIS1020J (3 crts)
•HIS2030J (4 crts)
•HIS2060J (4 crts)
•PHIL2650J (3 crts)
•HIS2590J (4 crts)
•HIS2591J (3 crts)
•CHN2800J (3 crts)
•CHN3630J (3 crts)
•ENGL2330J (3 crts)
•HIS1010J-WP (2 crts)
•MUSI1500J (2 crts)
•POL2610J/POL3610J (2/3 crts)
•POL2610J and POL3610J cannot be counted towards graduation nor minor declaration at the same time.

TRACK 2

For Native Chinese Speakers

_14crts
required

Core
_3 crts
required
•HIS2810J (3 crts)
Electives
_11 crts
required
•HIS1020J (3 crts)
•HIS2030J (4 crts)
•HIS2060J (4 crts)
•PHIL2650J (3 crts)
•HIS2590J (4 crts)
•HIS2591J (3 crts)
•CHN2800J (3 crts)
•CHN3630J (3 crts)
•ENGL2330J (3 crts)
•HIS1010J-WP (2 crts)
•MUSI1500J (2 crts)
•POL2610J/POL3610J (2/3 crts)
•POL2610J and POL3610J cannot be counted towards graduation nor minor declaration at the same time.
•Up to 4 crts could be taken from other schools at SJTU with prior approval.
Minor in Electrical and Computer Engineering

JI offers a minor in Electrical and Computer Engineering which is designed for JI students majoring ME and MSE to have a cross discipline study experience in interested ECE areas. The minor shall provide knowledge and skills complementing the students’ majors and better prepare them for graduate studies and job market.

JI students majoring in ME or MSE can declare this minor. JI students majored in ECE may NOT declare a Electrical and Computer Engineering minor.

A minimum of 15 crts of courses are required for the minor in Electrical and Computer Engineering.
Category Course List
Required Courses
_4 crts required
•ECE2150J (4 crts)
3 Courses
_11 crts required
•ECE2160J (4 crts)
•ECE2300J (4 crts)
•ECE2700J (4 crts)
•ECE3110J (4 crts)
•ECE3120J (4 crts)
•ECE3200J (4 crts)
•ECE3300J (4 crts)
•ECE3340J (4 crts)
•ECE3510J (4 crts)
•ECE3700J (4 crts)
•ECE3730J (4 crts)
•ECE4130J (4 crts)
•ECE4210J (4 crts)
•ECE4270J (4 crts)
•ECE4340J (4 crts)
•ECE4380J (4 crts)
•ECE4550J (4 crts)
•ECE4600J (3 crts)
•ECE4700J (4 crts)
•ECE4820J (4 crts)
•ECE4890J (4 crts)
•ME4610J (3 crts)
•STAT4510J (4 crts)
•May transfer up to one course
Note: Excluded Courses: ECE4010J, TC4960J, TC3000J

 

Minor in Industrial AI

JI offers a minor in Industrial Artificial Intelligence which is designed for JI engineering students to have a concentrated study in fundamentals and modern techniques in artificial intelligence areas that are applicable to various industries. The minor shall provide knowledge and skills complementing the students’ majors and better prepare them for graduate studies and job market.

A minimum of 16 crts of courses are required for the minor of Industrial AI.
Category Course List
Prerequisites •MATH2140J / MATH4170J / MATH2860J
•MATH2150J / MATH2550J / MATH2850J
•ECE2810J
•ECE4010J
Core
_12 crts
required
•ECE4450J (4 crts)
•ECE4920J (4 crts)
•ME2500J (4 crts)
Practicum
_1 crt
required
•Relevant Internship subject to case by case approval
•Project oriented courses in related areas
Capstone projects, MDE courses, etc.
Electives
_3 crts
required
•ECE4720J (3 crts)
•ECE4770J (4 crts)
•ECE4850J (3 crts)
•ECE4880J (4 crts)
•ECE6605J (3 crts)
•ECE6702J (3 crts)
•ME4660J (3 crts)
•ME4670J (3 crts)
•ME4810J (3 crts)
•ME4820J (3 crts)
•ME6503J (3 crts)
•STAT4130J (4 crts)
Minor in Management

JI offers a minor in Management to encourage students to learn practical skills that may help in their future career as upcoming leaders with international visions.

A minimum of 15 crts of courses are required for the minor in Management.
Category Course List
Foundation
_9 crts required
Business Administration
_6 crts required
•BUS1510J (2 crts)
•BUS2700J (2 crts)
•BUS4020J (2 crts)
Engineering Management
_3 crts required
•BUS2400J (3 crts)
•ME4660J (3 crts)
Electives
_6 crts required
•BUS2510J (2 crts)
•BUS2610J (2 crts)
•BUS3515J (2 crts)
•BUS4600J (2 crts)
•ECON1011J (3 crts)
Minor in Robotics

JI offers a minor in Robotics, designed to provide students with a concentrated study in the field of robotics, emphasizing the essential principles and techniques necessary for developing and deploying robotic systems. The minor is tailored for JI engineering students who wish to gain specialized knowledge in robotics, including its applications in various industries. This minor is structured to complement the students’ major fields of study and enhance their readiness for advanced studies or careers in robotics.

A minimum of 14 crts of courses are required for the minor of Robotics.
Category Course List
Prerequisites •MATH2140J
•ECE4010J
•ENGR1010J
•ENGR4500J (Robotics Capstone)
Core
_7 crts
required

RequiredCourse

_ 4crts required

Introduction:
•ME4670J (4 crts)

At least 1 course

_ 3crts required

Mechanisms & Manipulation:
•More courses would be updated with prior approval.
Cognition:
•ECE4880J (4 crts)
Control
•ME4610J/ECE4600J (3 crts)
Electives
_7 crts
required

At least 2 courses

_ from the different
categories listed.

Programming:
•ECE2800J (4 crts) (ME students only)
Mechanisms & Manipulation:
•ME3500J (4 crts) (ECE students only)
•Introduction to Human-Robot Collaboration
Cognition:
•ECE4450J (4 crts)
•STAT4710J (3 crts)
•ECE4921J (3 crts)
•ECE6605J (3 crts)
Control:
•ECE6602J (4 crts)
•ECE7606J (3 crts)
•May transfer up to one course.

Further Questions

Please feel free to contact Undergraduate Education Office: ji-ueo@sjtu.edu.cn. Note to include your student number and a summary of the questions in the email subject.