Henan · Jiaozuo
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Introduction
A century-old engineering university with strengths in safety and energy, a Double First-Class university in Henan, featuring smart campus and satellite research.
Henan Polytechnic University (HPU) is a provincial key university located in Jiaozuo, with a second campus in Zhengzhou, Henan Province. It specializes in engineering, particularly in safety science and energy disciplines.
Co-built by the Henan Provincial Government and the Ministry of Emergency Management, HPU is part of Henan's 'Double First-Class' initiative and the national 'Basic Capacity Building Project for Central and Western Universities'.
HPU's core strengths lie in safety science and engineering, mining engineering, and surveying and mapping, which are nationally leading and internationally recognized. As a co-built university with the Ministry of Emergency Management, it has unique influence in work safety and emergency response.
In 2025, HPU successfully launched the 'Henan Polytechnic University No. 2' satellite, showcasing its innovation in aerospace remote sensing. The university is also part of the 'Excellent Engineer Education and Training Program', emphasizing practical skills and industry integration.
HPU comprises 24 teaching colleges and 2 affiliated hospitals, offering 75 undergraduate programs. It has 3,272 faculty members, including 1,291 with senior titles and several national-level experts. The university offers 6 postdoctoral research stations, 7 first-level doctoral programs, and 29 master's programs, forming a complete degree system.
The curriculum blends theory with practice, supported by a smart campus for digital learning. Research platforms include a state key laboratory (cultivation base) and provincial key labs. HPU collaborates with industries through colleges like the New Materials Industry College.
HPU has two campuses in Jiaozuo and Zhengzhou, covering over 4,100 acres. The green campuses blend modern and historical architecture, with libraries, gyms, and student centers. Dormitories are air-conditioned with internet access, and cafeterias offer diverse cuisines.
Two affiliated hospitals provide healthcare. As a smart campus pilot, high-speed Wi-Fi and smart classrooms are available. Students enjoy a rich extracurricular life with clubs and sports events.
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