Xiangtan University

The supplied profile describes Xiangtan University in Xiangtan, Hunan, as a comprehensive national key and Double First-Class university established at Mao Zedong’s personal initiative. Administered by Hunan, it is jointly supported by the Ministry of Education and the State Administration of Science, Technology and Industry for National Defense.

A Chinese Government Scholarship host, it promotes internationalization and belongs to the Belt and Road university alliance, the Asia-Pacific Space Cooperation Organization’s space law alliance and the global eduroam network.

The profile identifies mathematics as Xiangtan University’s flagship field, selected for national Double First-Class development and internationally recognized in pure and applied mathematics. Chemistry, Materials Science, Engineering and Computer Science are reported among ESI’s global top 1%.

It also describes strong foundations in Law, Marxist Theory and Public Administration, with Law included in the Excellent Legal Talent Education and Training Program. The university hosts a national applied mathematics center and a national university intellectual property information service center, and participates in national talent programs including the Everest, 101 and Elite programs.

The supplied profile reports 2,079 full-time teachers at Xiangtan University, including academicians, Changjiang Scholars and National Science Fund for Distinguished Young Scholars recipients. It describes small-group teaching, an academic advising system and personalized development, with internationally informed curricula and some fully English-taught majors.

Research infrastructure includes 16 postdoctoral stations, 18 first-level doctoral and 33 first-level master’s authorization points, a national applied mathematics center and Ministry of Education key laboratories. The university participates in major national research projects and reports original achievements in mathematics, materials and the environment.

The profile describes Xiangtan University’s 1.94-million-square-meter, extensively landscaped grounds as a garden campus, with advanced teaching buildings, libraries and laboratories. Its library offers extensive collections and 24-hour study space.

Dormitories provide air conditioning, hot water and internet; international students may apply for single or double rooms. Canteens serve Chinese, Western and halal meals. Sports facilities include gymnasiums, a swimming pool and athletics grounds, while varied student clubs help international students join campus life.