Hebei University of Engineering

Hebei University of Engineering (HUE) is a key provincial university located in Handan, a historic city in Hebei Province, China. Co-established by the Hebei Provincial Government and the Ministry of Water Resources, HUE is recognized as a domestically first-class university in Hebei and a doctoral degree-granting institution.

The university covers 4,098 mu (about 273 hectares) with a modern campus of 763,200 square meters. It enrolls over 24,000 full-time undergraduates and nearly 3,900 graduate students, supported by a faculty of 2,334. As a member of the CDIO Engineering Education Alliance and a pilot school for emergency management colleges, HUE emphasizes practical engineering and innovation.

HUE's flagship programs are in engineering, water resources, medicine, and agriculture. Three disciplines—Engineering, Materials Science, and Environment/Ecology—rank in the top 1% globally by ESI, reflecting strong research capabilities.

The university offers one doctoral degree discipline, 17 master's degree disciplines, and 17 professional master's categories, covering engineering, medicine, agriculture, management, and more. As a co-established university with the Ministry of Water Resources, its water resources engineering program enjoys high industry reputation, with graduates highly sought after in water conservancy sectors.

HUE comprises 21 teaching units offering 73 undergraduate programs across eight disciplines: engineering, medicine, agriculture, management, humanities, law, economics, and education. The faculty of 2,334 includes many senior professors and national/provincial talent program recipients.

The curriculum follows the CDIO engineering education model, emphasizing 'Conceive-Design-Implement-Operate' practical skills, with project-based learning and industry partnerships. Research platforms include one postdoctoral research station and multiple provincial-level key laboratories, such as the Hebei Key Laboratory of Water Resources Sustainable Utilization.

The new campus of HUE spans 4098 mu (273 hectares) with 763,200 square meters of modern buildings, including state-of-the-art classrooms, labs, a library, and sports facilities. Student dormitories are well-equipped with air conditioning, hot water, and private bathrooms, ensuring comfortable living.

The campus is highly green, featuring lakes, gardens, and walking paths. Multiple dining halls offer diverse cuisines, including halal options. The university also houses an entrepreneurship incubation base, maker space, and innovation college, providing hands-on spaces for student projects.