Qingdao University of Science & Technology

Qingdao University of Science and Technology (QUST) is a full-time public university located in Qingdao, a coastal city in eastern China. With a history dating back to 1950, it was renamed QUST in 2002. The university has five campuses and one base, covering over 2.2 million square meters.

It enrolls more than 29,000 undergraduates, 7,000 postgraduates, and employs about 2,800 faculty and staff. QUST emphasizes internationalization, featuring a Sino-German International Cooperation Zone and partnerships with universities and research institutions worldwide, creating a multicultural learning environment.

QUST is renowned for its flagship programs in rubber, chemical engineering, and materials science, often called the 'Whampoa Military Academy of China's Rubber Industry.' It is a project-constructing unit of the national '111 Plan' and a selected university for the Ministry of Education's 'Excellent Engineer Education and Training Program' and 'New Engineering Research and Practice Project.' The university has been rated excellent in the Ministry's undergraduate teaching evaluation and is among the top 50 universities nationwide for graduate employment and entrepreneurship.

Its disciplines in chemistry and materials science rank among the global top 1% in ESI.

QUST offers 5 postdoctoral research stations, 7 first-level doctoral degree programs, 24 first-level master's degree programs, and 81 undergraduate majors. The faculty includes over 2,800 staff, many of whom are national-level experts and industry leaders.

The curriculum integrates theory with practice through a 'science-education integration' model, collaborating with the Chinese Academy of Sciences. Research platforms include multiple provincial and ministerial key laboratories and engineering centers, achieving breakthroughs in rubber, chemical engineering, and new materials.

QUST has multiple campuses including Laoshan, Sifang, and Gaomi, all with beautiful surroundings and modern facilities. The Laoshan campus is nestled between mountains and the sea, featuring state-of-the-art classrooms, labs, and libraries.

The Sino-German International Cooperation Zone offers an international teaching and living environment. Student dormitories are equipped with air conditioning and internet, and cafeterias provide diverse dining options. Sports facilities include gyms, tracks, and swimming pools, supporting a vibrant campus life.