Yulin Normal University

Located in Yulin City, southeastern Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, Yulin Normal University is a full-time undergraduate institution with a historic strength in teacher education and a growing multidisciplinary focus. Founded in 1945 and upgraded to a university in 2000 through the merger of several colleges, it now serves as a pilot university for comprehensive higher education reform and overall transformation in Guangxi.

The campus covers 1,700 mu (about 113 hectares) with a total building area of 737,500 square meters, hosting over 21,000 full-time students. The university actively pursues internationalization, maintaining partnerships with overseas universities for student exchanges, faculty visits, and joint research projects, creating an inclusive and multicultural atmosphere.

Yulin Normal University's core strength lies in its deep-rooted teacher education tradition and strong regional reputation. It is among the first batch of demonstration teacher education bases under Guangxi's higher education teacher training capacity enhancement program, and serves as a B-level training base for the Guangxi 21st Century Garden Project, covering kindergarten, primary, and junior high school teacher training.

This has made it a key supplier of qualified teachers for basic education in Guangxi. Additionally, as a partner in the Data China Hundred Schools Project, the university excels in big data and artificial intelligence, with dedicated labs and research centers collaborating with industry for applied talent development.

The university comprises 17 secondary colleges offering 61 undergraduate programs across disciplines including literature, science, engineering, education, economics, management, and arts. It has a faculty of 1,470, with a high proportion of senior professors and many with overseas study or research experience.

The total value of teaching and research equipment exceeds 400 million yuan, supporting robust experimental teaching and scientific research. Curricula emphasize the integration of theory and practice: teacher education programs include intensive teaching skills training and internships, while data science programs incorporate real-world projects from industry partners.

The 1,700-mu campus is known for its high greenery coverage and pleasant environment, often called a 'garden campus.' With 737,500 square meters of building space, it features modern teaching buildings, laboratories, a library, gymnasium, and student activity centers.

The library is well-stocked with books and electronic resources, offering ample study spaces. Student dormitories are comfortable, equipped with air conditioning, hot water, and internet access. Canteens serve diverse cuisines to suit different tastes.