South China University of Technology

Dear students,

I wish to welcome you to South China University of Technology (SCUT), whether you are here to study, research, or just visit!

SCUT is one of the top research-intensive universities in China, and it is widely recognized as one of the most creative and influential universities in China. This reputation has its basis in the University's historical commitment to innovative courses, cross-disciplinary teaching and research, flexibility and quick responsiveness to society’s needs.

With over 50 years of development, SCUT has become a multidisciplinary university of high reputation in all of China. SCUT sticks to its educational guideline of emphasizing moral character, building a well-grounded foundation, strengthening students’ abilities and cultivating comprehensive adaptability. This guideline has helped cultivate exclusive technological and management talents demanded in today’s evolving society. Since its founding, the university has produced over 160,000 successful graduates in all areas. A large number of them have become technological mainstays, distinguished entrepreneurs or leading cadres. SCUT has appropriately been tagged "a cradle of engineers" and "a cradle of entrepreneurs".

SCUT is committed to international academic exchange and has links with over 50 overseas universities. We have accepted international students from more than 80 countries to study Chinese language & Culture, Science & Engineering and Business Management, etc.

The School of International Education (SIE) is a creative and internationalized school of teaching and research that is responsible for the recruitment, management and education of international students. We are certain you will have a pleasant experience with our team of committed teachers and staff, and value our supportive hand for years to come.

Selecting the right academic institution for furthering your studies is one of the most important decisions in life. You can be confident that by selecting SCUT, you will have chosen one of the best academic institutions in China!

With all that, I sincerely wish you a happy and successful academic life at SCUT.

Professor Li Yuan Yuan
President of SCUT