Chengdu University of Technology

Chengdu University of Technology (CDUT) is located in Chengdu, Sichuan Province, a major economic and cultural hub in western China. It is a Double First-Class university jointly built by the Sichuan Provincial Government, the Ministry of Education, and the Ministry of Natural Resources.

Founded in 1956 as Chengdu Geological Exploration Institute, it was renamed CDUT in 2001. With a strong focus on Earth sciences, CDUT also offers programs in engineering, management, economics, law, and humanities. The campus covers 3,523 mu (about 235 hectares) and hosts nearly 40,000 full-time students, including international students from various countries.

CDUT's flagship strengths lie in Earth sciences: Geological Resources and Geological Engineering is a national first-class discipline, and Petroleum and Natural Gas Engineering, Geophysics, and related fields are highly regarded.

The university has five disciplines ranked in the top 1% of ESI globally (Earth Sciences, Engineering, Environment/Ecology, Chemistry, Materials Science). It was selected for the second round of the Double First-Class initiative in 2022.

CDUT comprises 22 colleges offering 67 undergraduate programs, 9 first-level doctoral degree programs, 28 first-level master's programs, and 6 postdoctoral research stations. The faculty includes over 3,091 staff members, including academicians of the Chinese Academy of Sciences and Engineering, and recipients of the National Science Fund for Distinguished Young Scholars.

The curriculum emphasizes hands-on learning, supported by two national key laboratories (Geological Hazards Prevention and Geoenvironment Protection, and Oil and Gas Reservoir Geology and Exploitation) and numerous provincial-level research platforms.

The CDUT campus is green and well-maintained, with modern teaching buildings, laboratories, and a library. Student dormitories are equipped with air conditioning, hot water, and internet access. Multiple dining halls serve a variety of cuisines, and sports facilities include a gymnasium, swimming pool, and track field.

Located in Chengdu, a city famous for its food and culture, students enjoy a rich extracurricular life. The campus is conveniently connected by metro to the city center and major commercial areas.