Suzhou University of Science and Technology

Suzhou University of Science and Technology (SUST) is a full-time public university located in Suzhou, Jiangsu Province, China. It is jointly established by the Ministry of Housing and Urban-Rural Development and Jiangsu Province, with a strong emphasis on engineering while coordinating the development of science, liberal arts, management, and arts.

Formed in 2001 through the merger of Suzhou Urban Construction and Environmental Protection College and Suzhou Railway Normal College, the university was renamed in 2016 and granted doctoral degree authorization in 2024.

SUST's strengths lie in its strong engineering orientation and industry connections. Co-established with the Ministry of Housing and Urban-Rural Development, the university excels in architecture, civil engineering, environmental engineering, and urban planning.

Its flagship programs include Architecture, Civil Engineering, Environmental Science and Engineering, and Urban and Rural Planning. SUST is rated excellent in the Ministry of Education's undergraduate teaching evaluation and is part of the Excellent Engineer Education and Training Program, emphasizing practical and innovative education.

SUST boasts a highly qualified faculty of over 2,000, with many holding senior titles and national talent program recognitions. The curriculum balances theory and practice, offering 67 undergraduate programs across engineering, science, humanities, management, and arts.

Graduate education includes doctoral and master's programs, with 3 first-level doctoral disciplines and 19 first-level master's disciplines. Research platforms include key laboratories and engineering centers such as the Jiangsu Provincial Building Energy Efficiency Engineering Technology Research Center and the Jiangsu Provincial Key Laboratory of Environmental Science and Engineering.

SUST's three campuses—Shihu, Jiangfeng, and Tianping—are set in scenic surroundings blending traditional Jiangnan garden aesthetics with modern architecture. The main Shihu campus is near Shihu Lake, offering a tranquil environment with lush greenery and water views.

Facilities include modern classrooms, a well-stocked library, laboratories, sports centers, student dormitories, and dining halls. Dormitories are equipped with air conditioning, hot water, and internet access. Dining options include Chinese, Western, and halal cuisine.