Guangdong University of Finance

Guangdong University of Finance (GDUF) is the only full-time undergraduate finance-oriented university in South China, located in Guangzhou, Guangdong Province. Founded in 1950 by the People's Bank of China, it carries a strong 'central bank gene' and focuses on cultivating applied financial talents.

The university has three campuses: Guangzhou main campus, Zhaoqing campus, and Qingyuan campus, covering a total area of nearly 2,300 mu (about 153 hectares), with beautiful environments and modern facilities. Currently, it enrolls over 29,000 full-time undergraduates, 407 full-time professional master's students, and 203 international students, fostering an increasingly international atmosphere.

GDUF's core strengths lie in its unique financial industry background and its status as the only finance-oriented university in South China. Flagship majors include Finance, Accounting, Insurance, and International Economics and Trade, with Finance being a key discipline in Guangdong Province.

The university offers 1 first-level master's degree discipline and 11 professional master's degree programs, and was approved as a doctoral degree-granting project construction unit in 2024, steadily enhancing its academic strength.

The university comprises 20 teaching units offering 55 undergraduate programs. Its faculty includes 1,331 full-time teachers, many with senior titles and overseas study or financial industry experience. The curriculum emphasizes the integration of theory and practice, adopting a 'school-enterprise collaboration, industry-education integration' talent cultivation model, with joint internship bases and labs established with financial institutions.

In research, GDUF has 4 key disciplines at the provincial level and multiple provincial research platforms, such as the Fintech Lab and Regional Financial Research Center. Recent achievements span financial risk management, digital finance, and inclusive finance.

GDUF operates three distinctive campuses: Guangzhou (main), Zhaoqing, and Qingyuan. The Guangzhou campus is located in Longdong, Tianhe District, with convenient transportation and vibrant surroundings. The Zhaoqing campus sits near the scenic Seven Star Crags, offering a tranquil environment.

The Qingyuan campus is newly built with modern facilities. All campuses feature well-stocked libraries, financial databases, and simulated trading labs. Student dormitories are comfortable, equipped with air conditioning, hot water, and internet.