Hunan First Normal University

Hunan First Normal University is a public full-time undergraduate institution located in Changsha, the capital of Hunan Province, directly under the People's Government of Hunan Province. Its predecessor, Changsha Chengnan Academy, was founded in 1161 by Neo-Confucian scholar Zhang Shi.

In 1903, it became Hunan Normal School, and after a century of development, it was upgraded to an undergraduate university in 2008 and approved as a master's degree-granting unit in 2024. As a key national cultural relic protection site and one of the first national practical teaching bases for 'Grand Ideological and Political Courses,' the university blends deep historical heritage with modern education.

Hunan First Normal University excels in teacher education, particularly in primary education, ideological and political education, and Chinese language and literature. It is the first university in Hunan to partner with the 'Ma Yun Rural Teacher Training Program,' dedicated to cultivating outstanding teachers for rural areas, with graduates highly regarded in basic education.

As a key national cultural relic protection site, the Chengnan Academy campus is where revolutionary figures like Mao Zedong studied, offering rich red culture resources. The university has one first-level discipline master's degree authorization point and two professional master's degree categories, and jointly trains master's students with Hunan Normal University.

The university comprises 14 teaching colleges offering 46 undergraduate programs across education, literature, science, engineering, and more. It has nearly 1,700 faculty and staff, with a high proportion of senior titles, including national and provincial talent program members.

The curriculum emphasizes 'teacher-training' and 'practicality,' featuring one of the first national practical teaching bases for 'Grand Ideological and Political Courses,' integrating red culture into education. Research platforms include provincial key laboratories and humanities and social science bases, undertaking numerous national research projects.

The Dongfanghong campus is the main campus, equipped with modern teaching buildings, a library, and labs. The Chengnan Academy campus preserves Ming and Qing dynasty architecture, offering a serene and historic environment as a national cultural relic site.

The Huanghua campus is under construction. The campuses feature high green coverage, comfortable dormitories with air conditioning and private bathrooms, and diverse dining options. Sports facilities and student activity centers are well-maintained, creating a pleasant living and learning environment.