Guangzhou University - GZU
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About Guangzhou University
Guangzhou University is a comprehensive university named after the third largest city in China – Guangzhou. It is a high-level university developed under the support of both the Guangdong province and Guangzhou city. The university was forged through the merger of five institutions of higher education in 2000 and can trace its history to over 90 years. Bestowed with the advantage of its location in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, Guangzhou University is fulfilling its mission and making break-through strides in its endeavor to reform and innovate. The university sends over 3500 students overseas over the past three years to study abroad and has established three Confucius Institutes, the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (Guangzhou) (HKUST (GZ)) and the Alliance of Guangzhou International Sister-City Universities (GISU).
About Guangzhou
Guangzhou, well known for the semiannual Canton Fair, is the capital and largest city of Guangdong province.
Guangzhou is China's third largest city and a world trade center, Cantonese food and rich historical relics.
Located on the Pearl river in the southwestern part of China.
About Guangzhou University Campus
Founded in 2000 through the merger of five institutions, Guangzhou University is a comprehensive public university located in Guangzhou.
Ranked among the top universities in southern China, it is gaining national recognition for its academic and research excellence.
GZU is part of China’s “Double First-Class” initiative, aiming to enhance its world-class academic programs and research capabilities.
Known for its strong programs in engineering, environmental science, urban planning, and business management.
The university has multiple campuses in Guangzhou, with a student population of over 30,000, including a growing international community.
GZU is recognized for its contributions to research and innovation, particularly in smart city development, urban sustainability, and environmental engineering.
World University Rankings
999th
Asia University Rankings
234th
Chinese University Ranking
97th
All Course & Majors:
Schools | Majors （Taught in Chinese） | Undergraduate Programs | Master Program | PhD Program |
School of Economics and Statistics | Applied Economics | ✓ | ✓ |
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Statistics | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |
Law School (Lawyers College) | Law | ✓ | ✓ |
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School of Marxism
| Marxist Philosophy | ✓ | ✓ |
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Marxist Theory | ✓ | ✓ |
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School of Education (Teachers College) | Education | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Doctor of Education |
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School of Physical Education | Physical Education | ✓ | ✓ |
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School of Humanities
| Sociology | ✓ | ✓ |
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Psychology | ✓ | ✓ |
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Chinese History | ✓ | ✓ |
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School of Foreign Studies
| Chinese Language and Literature | ✓ | ✓ |
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English Language and Literature | ✓ | ✓ |
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School of Journalism & Communication | Journalism | ✓ | ✓ |
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School of Management | Business Management | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Public Management | ✓ | ✓ |
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School of Tourism (Sino-French School of Tourism) | Tourism Management | ✓ | ✓ |
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School of Music and Dance | Music and Dance | ✓ | ✓ |
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Theatre and Film Studies | ✓ | ✓ |
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School of Fine Arts and Design | Fine Arts | ✓ | ✓ |
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Design | ✓ | ✓ |
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School of Mathematics and Information Sciences | Mathematics | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
School of Physics and Material Sciences
| Theoretical Physics | ✓ | ✓ |
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Condensed Matter Physics | ✓ | ✓ |
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Materials Science and Engineering | ✓ | ✓ |
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Astronomy | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |
School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering | Chemistry | ✓ | ✓ |
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Chemical Engineering and Technology | ✓ | ✓ |
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School of Geography and Remote Sensing | Geography | ✓ | ✓ |
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School of Life Sciences | Biology | ✓ | ✓ |
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School of Mechanical and Electrical Engineering
| Mechanics | ✓ | ✓ |
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Mechanical Engineering | ✓ | ✓ |
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Information and Communication Engineering | ✓ | ✓ |
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School of Computer Sciences and Cyber Engineering | Cyberspace Security | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
School of Architecture and Urban Planning | Architecture | ✓ | ✓ |
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Urban and Rural Planning | ✓ | ✓ |
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School of Civil Engineering | Civil Engineering | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
School of Environmental Sciences and Engineering | Environmental Science and Engineering | ✓ | ✓ |
Fees
Fees | Programe | Amount | Occurrence |
Application Fee | CNY 600 | Only First Year | |
Tuition Fees | Undergraduate Programs | CNY 18,000 – 20,000 | Per Year |
Masters Programs | CNY 20,000 | Per Year | |
PhD Programs | CNY 30,000 | Per Year | |
Accommodation
| Single Room | CNY 10,950 | Per Year |
Double Room | CNY 5,475 | Per Year | |
All the rooms are furnished and include individual bathroom, water heater, air-conditioner, internet access and optional paid central heating. Public kitchen and laundry facilities are in the dormitory buildings. | |||
Comprehensive Medical Insurance | CNY 800 | Per Semester | |
Physical Examination | CNY 400 | Only First Year | |
Residence Permit | CNY 400 | per year | |
Scholarships
Scholarships Name | Guangdong Government Scholarship | ||||
Program | Amount | Occurrence | |||
Undergraduate | CNY 10,000/Year | Per Academic Year | |||
Master Program | CNY 20,000/Year | Per Academic Year | |||
PhD Program | CNY 30,000/Year | Per Academic Year | |||
Application Requirements:
- Citizens of a country other than the People’s Republic of China complying with the relevant regulations set by Document No. 12 (2020) of the Ministry of Education of the PRC;
- Applicants for Bachelor’s programs should be Senior school certificate holders and under the age of 25;
- Applicants for Master’s programs should be Bachelor’s degree holders and under the age of 35;
- Applicants for PhD programs should be Master’s degree holders and under the age of 40;
- In good health, both mentally and physically.
Application Materials
All application documents in languages other than English or Chinese must be notarized in English or Chinese. All documents shall be submitted online:
- Passport home page;
- Official degree certificate;
- Official transcripts;
- A study plan of at least 1,200 words;
- Two recommendation letters from professors or associate professors;
- Curriculum Vitae;
- Language proficiency certificates:
- TOEFL≥80, IELTS≥ 6.0 or Duolingo English Test ≥ 90;
- University Statement for program instruction language if their previous degree is from English-taught programs in non-English speaking countries;
- No certificates when the applicant’s first language is English or their previous degree is from universities in English speaking countries;
- Chinese taught applicant need HSK4≥180 or above for Bachelor students, HSK5≥180 or above for Masters & PhD students
- A photocopy of the Foreigner Physical Examination Form (usually issued within 6 months before the application submission date);
- Non-criminal record report, should be attested from Chinese embassy of your country (usually issued within six months before the application submission date);
- Bank Statement (at least CNY 30,000 or equivalent foreign currency);
- Proof of outstanding academic achievements, sports, art, cultural exchanges, public welfare activities, etc. (not mandatory).
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