Changchun University of Science and Technology

Changchun University of Science and Technology (CUST) is located in Changchun, Jilin Province, China. It is a provincial key university jointly established by Jilin Province, the State Administration of Science, Technology and Industry for National Defense, and Changchun City.

Originally founded in 1958 as Changchun Institute of Optics and Fine Mechanics by the Chinese Academy of Sciences, with renowned optical scientist Wang Daheng as its first president, CUST was the first institution in China dedicated to training optical specialists.

CUST's core strength lies in its unparalleled expertise in optoelectronics and its deep roots in national defense technology. Known as the 'Cradle of China's Optical Talents,' the university excels in optical engineering, instrumentation science and technology, mechanical engineering, and electronic science and technology.

Its flagship programs—Optoelectronic Information Science and Engineering (Engineering), Measurement and Control Technology and Instruments, Information Countermeasure Technology, and Detection, Guidance and Control Technology—are top-ranked in China and highly sought after by defense industries and research institutes.

CUST comprises 20 colleges offering 58 undergraduate programs across sciences, engineering, humanities, economics, management, law, and arts. The faculty includes over 2,300 staff members, many of whom are national-level experts and industry leaders.

The curriculum emphasizes hands-on learning, with students engaging in national research projects and corporate collaborations, especially in optoelectronics, measurement and control, and smart manufacturing. Research platforms include multiple provincial and ministerial key laboratories and engineering research centers, as well as joint labs with defense enterprises like China North Industries Group.

The campus covers 718,000 square meters, featuring a green and pleasant environment with modern teaching buildings, laboratories, a library, sports facilities, and student dormitories. Located in downtown Changchun, it offers convenient access to shopping and public transportation.

The library holds extensive collections and electronic resources. Student housing includes various room types equipped with air conditioning and internet. Multiple dining halls and cafeterias serve diverse cuisines to accommodate international tastes.