Nanjing Forestry University

Nanjing Forestry University (NJFU), also known as Nanlin, is a research university with forestry as its core strength and coordinated development across multiple disciplines. It is situated in Nanjing, a historic and cultural city in eastern China.

NJFU is a national 'Double First-Class' university and a Class A institution under Jiangsu's High-Level University Construction Peak Plan. Its origins trace back to the forestry departments of National Central University (1927) and Jinling University (1915), which merged in 1952 to form Nanjing Forestry College, renamed Nanjing Forestry University in 1985.

NJFU's flagship programs include Forestry, Forestry Engineering, Landscape Architecture, and Ecology. Forestry and Forestry Engineering are rated A+ in China's discipline evaluation, ranking among the top nationwide. As a benchmark in Chinese forestry education, the university is renowned for its expertise in forest resource cultivation, wood science and technology, and ecological conservation.

It hosts several national key laboratories and engineering research centers, such as the State Key Laboratory of Tree Genetics and Breeding and the National Forestry Engineering Experimental Teaching Demonstration Center.

NJFU offers 11 first-level doctoral programs, 28 first-level master's programs, and 77 undergraduate majors across science, engineering, agriculture, humanities, management, economics, law, and arts. The faculty comprises 2,030 full-time teachers, over 60% of whom are professors or associate professors, including several academicians and national-level talents.

The curriculum emphasizes hands-on learning, with students engaging in national research projects, field internships, and international exchanges. Research platforms include the State Key Laboratory of Tree Genetics and Breeding, the National Forestry Engineering Experimental Teaching Demonstration Center, and the Key Laboratory of Ecological Engineering of the National Forestry and Grassland Administration.

NJFU's main campus is located near Xuanwu Lake in Nanjing, featuring lush greenery and a forest-like atmosphere, earning it the nickname 'Forest University'. Modern teaching buildings, laboratories, libraries, and sports facilities are well-equipped.

Student dormitories are comfortable with air conditioning, hot water, and internet access. The campus offers diverse dining options, including halal cuisine, and is conveniently connected to the city center and major attractions.