Heilongjiang · Harbin

Harbin Engineering University

Ranking
#49
QS World Ranking
#1001
Founded
1953
Programs
175
Engineering211Double First-ClassScholarship Available
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University Profile

Introduction

A top Chinese university specializing in shipbuilding, ocean engineering, and nuclear energy, one of the 'Seven Sons of National Defense,' cultivating elite engineers and scientists.

Overview

Harbin Engineering University (HEU) is a national key university located in Harbin, the ice city of Northeast China. It is directly under the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology and jointly supported by the Ministry of Education, Heilongjiang Province, and Harbin City.

As a member of the national 'Double First-Class,' 'Project 211,' and 'Project 985 Advantage Discipline Innovation Platform,' HEU is renowned as one of the 'Seven Sons of National Defense,' with exceptional strengths in shipbuilding, naval equipment, marine development, and nuclear energy.

Features & strengths

HEU's flagship disciplines are concentrated in the 'Three Seas and One Nuclear' fields: Naval Architecture and Ocean Engineering, Nuclear Science and Technology, Underwater Acoustics, and Power Engineering. Naval Architecture and Ocean Engineering is a national 'Double First-Class' discipline, consistently top-ranked in China.

The university hosts multiple national key laboratories, such as the National Key Laboratory of Ship Power Technology and the National Key Laboratory of Underwater Acoustics. HEU has made significant contributions to national mega-projects including aircraft carrier development and deep-sea equipment, earning awards like the 'Aircraft Carrier Construction Outstanding Contribution Award.' In international rankings, HEU's Engineering, Materials Science, and Computer Science have entered ESI global top 1%.

Teaching & research

HEU comprises 23 teaching and research units, offering 43 undergraduate programs, 17 doctoral degree programs, 33 master's degree programs, and 13 postdoctoral research stations. The faculty includes over 3,080 staff, with more than 100 national-level high-level talents including academicians of the Chinese Academy of Sciences and Engineering.

The university emphasizes a combination of theory and practice through the 'Excellent Engineer Education and Training Plan,' collaborating with major enterprises like CSIC and CNNC for internship bases. Research platforms include the National Experimental Teaching Demonstration Center for Ship and Ocean Engineering and the International Joint Research Center for Nuclear Safety and Simulation.

Campus & facilities

The main campus is located in Nangang District, Harbin, featuring a beautiful environment with distinct seasons. Covering 1.53 million square meters, the campus blends classical and modern architecture, preserving iconic buildings from the Harbin Military Engineering Institute era like Building 11.

Facilities include a modern library, gymnasium, swimming pool, and student activity center. Dormitories are well-equipped with air conditioning, hot water, and internet. Multiple dining halls offer diverse cuisines, including halal options.

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