Public courses include political theory, English and legal basis. Political theory mainly examines candidates' understanding and mastery of the basic principles of Marxism, as well as their position and role in the cause of Socialism with Chinese characteristics. English subjects mainly examine candidates' English reading and translation abilities. The basic subject of law mainly examines candidates' mastery of basic knowledge and basic principles of law.

Specialized courses mainly include criminal law, criminal procedure law, criminology, criminal law theory and other disciplines. Criminal jurisprudence examines candidates' mastery of the theoretical system, basic principles, basic knowledge and basic skills of criminal law. The criminal procedure law examines candidates' understanding and mastery of the criminal procedure legal system. Criminology examines candidates' understanding and mastery of the causes, forms, characteristics and social problems of crime. Criminal law theory examines candidates' understanding and mastery of the basic theories, viewpoints and methods of criminal law theory research.

To sum up, the postgraduate entrance examination of China University of Political Science and Law mainly examines the candidates' mastery of the basic principles of Marxism, basic knowledge of law and professional knowledge of criminal law. The specific examination subjects and requirements may change according to different years. Candidates are advised to get the latest exam outline and related materials in time before the exam.