Chengdu Normal University

Chengdu Normal University, located in Chengdu, Sichuan Province, is a full-time public undergraduate institution under the People's Government of Sichuan. Founded in 1955 and upgraded to a bachelor's degree-granting university in 2012, it now operates three campuses: Wenjiang (main campus), Renmin South Road, and Baiguolin.

With over 16,000 students and 1,038 faculty members, the university is recognized for its excellence in teacher education, being part of the Sichuan Provincial Excellent Teacher Education Training Program and the Gongga Plan for Double First-Class construction.

Chengdu Normal University's core strength lies in its deep-rooted teacher education tradition and industry influence. It is a Ministry of Education demonstration project unit for teacher team building and a second-phase pilot for AI-empowered teacher development, leading the province in teacher training.

Flagship programs like Primary Education, Preschool Education, and Chinese Language and Literature are recognized as provincial first-class undergraduate majors. The university also runs government-funded normal student programs and local excellent teacher projects, supplying quality educators to western China.

The university comprises 15 schools offering 40 undergraduate majors. Its faculty includes provincial teaching teams and experts receiving special government allowances. The curriculum blends theory with practice, featuring provincial experimental teaching demonstration centers and off-campus internship bases.

Research focuses on education science, AI, and ecological conservation, with provincial key labs and humanities research centers. As a pilot for AI-empowered teacher development, it integrates AI into teacher training, offering courses in smart education and educational big data.

The three campuses offer distinct environments. Wenjiang Campus, the main one, features modern buildings, a library, labs, and sports facilities amidst green spaces and lakes. Dormitories are equipped with air conditioning, hot water, and private bathrooms.

Dining halls serve diverse Chinese and Western cuisines. Renmin South Road Campus is centrally located for easy access to city life, while Baiguolin Campus provides a quiet setting for focused study. The university also has innovation incubation bases and art centers.