Central-South China · Guangdong
Zhuhai, located in southern Guangdong Province on the west bank of the Pearl River Estuary, is one of China's earliest Special Economic Zones. Renowned for its beautiful coastal scenery, livable environment, and modern urban landscape, its economy is driven by high-tech industries, tourism, and exhibitions. With a warm and humid climate, it is an ideal destination for international students to experience the blend of Lingnan culture and modern city life.
Zhuhai, known as the 'City of a Hundred Islands,' covers an area of 1,725 square kilometers with a permanent population of about 2.52 million. As one of China's first Special Economic Zones, established in 1980, Zhuhai has consistently prioritized ecological development, creating a unique urban landscape where mountains meet the sea and islands dot the coast. Economically, the city is led by high-tech industries, hosting renowned companies like Gree Electric Appliances and Kingsoft, while actively developing biomedicine, new energy, and other strategic emerging sectors. In education, Zhuhai hosts campuses of Sun Yat-sen University, Jinan University, and Beijing Normal University–Hong Kong Baptist University United International College (UIC), offering international students a diverse academic environment. The city has been repeatedly ranked as one of China's most livable cities, with excellent air quality and abundant parks and green spaces. Culturally, Zhuhai blends traditional Lingnan culture with a modern Hong Kong-Macau vibe, hosting events such as the China International Aviation & Aerospace Exhibition and the Zhuhai International Beach Music Festival. International students can enjoy convenient urban services, ample internship opportunities, and easy access to the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macau Greater Bay Area.
