Tianshui Normal University

Tianshui Normal University is located in Tianshui, Gansu Province, a historic city known as the 'Hometown of Fuxi' and a key node on the Silk Road Economic Belt. As a provincial full-time undergraduate institution, it is a key support university under the Ministry of Education's Collaborative Quality Improvement Plan for Teacher Education, committed to training high-quality teachers and applied professionals for western China.

Designated as one of the first pilot universities for transformation and development in Gansu and a doctoral degree authorization construction unit, the university is rapidly evolving into a teaching-research oriented institution.

Tianshui Normal University's core strength lies in its deep-rooted teacher education heritage and clear regional service orientation. As a major base for teacher training in Gansu, it excels in traditional normal disciplines such as Education, Chinese Language and Literature, Mathematics, and Chemistry, with Education designated as a provincial key discipline and offering a Master of Education degree.

The university is a doctoral degree authorization construction unit, with 4 first-level master's degree authorization points and 12 professional master's degree categories, providing excellent academic platforms for advanced studies.

The university comprises 18 schools and 1 college, offering 65 undergraduate programs across nine disciplines: literature, science, engineering, education, history, law, economics, management, and arts. Its faculty of 968 full-time teachers includes over 40% with senior professional titles and more than 85% holding doctoral or master's degrees.

The university emphasizes teaching quality through small-class instruction and a mentorship system, encouraging student participation in research. Research platforms include provincial key research bases for humanities and social sciences, key laboratories, and institutes focusing on Longyou culture, ecological conservation, and teacher education.

Set in the Qinzhou District of Tianshui, the campus is surrounded by mountains and water, offering a picturesque environment with distinct seasons and a pleasant climate. The spacious campus blends modern and traditional architecture, shaded by trees and filled with flowers, earning it the nickname 'garden campus.' Facilities include multimedia classrooms, smart labs, standard sports fields, and a gymnasium.

Student dormitories are equipped with air conditioning, hot water, and internet access for convenience. Multiple dining halls provide diverse cuisine options. The campus also features a student activity center and an entrepreneurship incubation base, enriching extracurricular life.