Shenzhen University

Shenzhen University (SZU) is a high-level comprehensive university located in Shenzhen, Guangdong Province, at the heart of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area. Administered by the People's Government of Guangdong Province, SZU was founded in 1983 with support from Peking University, Tsinghua University, and Renmin University of China, laying a strong academic foundation.

Over four decades, it has grown into a key university under the Guangdong High-Level University Initiative and a member of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao University Alliance. As of January 2026, SZU operates two campuses—Yuehai and Lihu—covering 2.72 square kilometers with 2.1083 million square meters of building space.

Shenzhen University's key strength lies in its deep integration with Shenzhen, a global innovation hub. Its flagship disciplines—computer science, electronic engineering, architecture, economics, and law—were originally developed with support from Tsinghua, Peking, and Renmin universities and have become nationally renowned.

In 2025, SZU ranked 68th in the Soft Science China University Rankings, firmly among the top 100. The university boasts 5 national characteristic specialties, 34 national first-class undergraduate programs, and 17 provincial first-class disciplines.

Shenzhen University offers robust academic and research programs. It has 23 first-level doctoral degree authorization disciplines, 4 professional doctoral categories, 41 first-level master's degree authorization disciplines, and 32 professional master's categories, along with 14 postdoctoral research stations and 1 postdoctoral workstation.

The faculty comprises 4,486 members, including renowned scholars and industry experts. SZU provides 105 undergraduate majors and 3 Sino-foreign cooperative programs spanning science, engineering, humanities, law, economics, management, and medicine, emphasizing interdisciplinary learning and practical skills.

Shenzhen University has two modern campuses—Yuehai and Lihu—covering a total area of 2.72 square kilometers with 2.1083 million square meters of buildings. Yuehai Campus is located in the heart of Nanshan District, surrounded by tech companies and convenient amenities; Lihu Campus features a scenic environment and brand-new facilities.

Campuses are equipped with advanced teaching buildings, libraries, laboratories, sports venues, and art centers. Student dormitories are well-furnished with air conditioning and internet access, and canteens offer a variety of cuisines including Chinese, Western, and halal options.