Tianjin University
China’s First Modern University
Pioneering China’s Higher Education
Since its establishment in 1895, Tianjin University has sought to promote educationwith an ultimate goal of bolstering national strength and prosperity. Along with the University’s motto of "Seeking Truth from Facts”, the University reveres preservation of its own traditions, one of which is the spirit of “precision in learning and strictness in teaching”. At Tianjin University, patriotism and devotion to country are held as invaluable virtues, and pride is taken in the strong faculty and distinctive disciplinary characteristics. Tianjin University is not only a high-level comprehensive research university with first-class education quality and scientific research in China, but also continues to be greatly influential across the world.
Key words: "China's First"
The Charm of Tianjin
Tianjin is one of the four municipalities directly under the central government of China. It is a national central city and the largest port city in North China. With a long impressive history, diversified culture, and being ecological and livable, Tianjin is an ideal place to learn about both the modern history of China and traditional Chinese culture.
Five Reasons to Study at Tianjin University
1. Comprehensive disciplines and outstanding advantages in engineering
Over the years, Tianjin University has adhered to the development concept of “strengthening Engineering, consolidating Science, developing Humanities, and revitalizing Medicine”, and by incorporating its advantages in engineering and science into other disciplines. Economics, management, literature, law, medicine, education, art, philosophy, and other disciplines are all developed within a coordinated, comprehensive discipline layout. To date, there are currently 74 undergraduate programs, 43 master’s programs of level-1 disciplines, 31 doctoral programs of level-1 disciplines, and 23 post-doctoral research stations. In the fourth round of national disciplinary evaluations, Tianjin University had a total of 25 level-1 disciplines participating in the assessment, and the number of A-level disciplines has reached 14, ranking the third in national high-quality discipline rate. Thirteen subject areas have entered the top one percent of the ESI, and three of them have entered the top one thousandth of the ESI. Riding on the trend of future development of engineering science and technology, Tianjin University has accurately predicted the requirements for future engineering talents and has worked to cultivate a batch of engineers with strong core capabilities, actively playing its role in the Emerging Engineering Education Transformation program.
2. A strong faculty team with unparalleled talent
With an excellent faculty team that encompasses a large number of top scientists and artists, the teaching quality and research capability of the university is always at the leading level in China. Upholding the principle of invigorating China through education, all faculty members dedicate themselves to cultivating talents for the country and the world.
Having strong scientific research strength, the University has always focused on the major strategic needs of the country and the frontiers of world scientific and technological development, while having continued to achieve fruitful results. Tianjin University is committed to cross-disciplinary collaboration by providing cross-scientific research platforms, establishing cross-research fields, promoting cross-supervisor teams, and cross-student sourcing in order to promote an exchange of knowledge between disciplines and fields. In emerging engineering, emerging medicine, emerging business, and other fields, the University provides students with numerous opportunities that will assist them in standing out once entering the job market.
3. Stunning natural beauty and state of the art facilities
The beauty of Tianjin University cannot be overstated. From flowering crabapple trees in spring to mesmerizing ripples in summer, fiery-colored trees in autumn to pure, white snow in winter, scenes of the four seasons are on full display at Peiyangyuan Campus. At Tianjin University, you can visit the Zheng Dong Library, known as the “most beautiful library in Asia”, compete heroically in the stadiums and gymnasiums designed according to the standards of international competitions, conduct scientific research in cutting-edge laboratories, or find pleasure in the activity center full of rich artistic atmosphere. The libraries, classrooms, and international student dormitories are all equipped with complete modern facilities including heating and air conditioning. Tianjin University ensures that campus feels like a home away from home.
Transportation in Tianjin is well-developed and convenient. Haihe Education Park Station is a subway station that also serves as an art exhibit, it is full of elements and features that characterize Tianjin University, here you can enjoy elements present in the architectural style of the campus without leaving the station.
4. A focus on international cooperative learning
Tianjin University attaches great importance to cultivating international talents. At present, it has established close cooperation and exchanges with universities and research institutions in many countries and regions. Students at Tianjin University can study aboard in world-class universities through various channels. They can apply for Chinese Government Scholarships, or take part in programs including joint training, exchange students, graduation projects, short-term visits, Sino-foreign cooperation in running schools, and international conferences. As a member of the China-ASEAN Engineering University Alliance, Tianjin University has carried out cooperation in key fields with Belt and Road Initiative countries; it strives to establish friendship with world’s top universities through Sino-foreign cooperation in running schools; it actively expands the channels for overseas students and sees more and more high-quality international students studying here each year. Every year, over 2000 international students from more than 140 countries and regions around the world study in Tianjin University.
5. A hospitable community with rich extracurricular activities
Compared with other first-tier cities in China, Tianjin has a lower cost of living. In addition, the school has established a comprehensive and three-dimensional award and subsidy system for international students, encouraging international students to make advance not only in academic filed but in ethical conduct. Hopefully, overseas students will write a fascinating chapter of their own at Tianjin University.
There are more than ten canteens on the two campuses, providing not only tasty cuisines and snacks, but nutritious, healthy meals. Our best cooks have showcased their cooking skills on a famous Chinese variety show called “Day Day Up”. During the Fruit Festivals twice a year, students are welcomed to taste many varieties of fruit for free.
Right now, over 160 student associations in seven different categories are expecting to see new faces. Are you ready to embark on a colorful journey to Tianjin University?
TJU looks forward to your joining. Are you ready?
1. What requirements do I need to meet to apply to Tianjin University?
(1) Applicants must be non-Chinese citizens with a valid passport.
(2) Age & Education:
① For Undergraduate Programs, the applicant must hold a high school diploma and be under the age of 25. Applicants who are still under the age of 18 must submit the original guardian certificate issued by the Tianjin District Notary Office, and the Guardian must be a permanent resident of Tianjin.
② For Master Programs, applicants must have a Bachelor’s degree and be under the age of 35.
③ For Doctoral Programs, applicants must hold a Master’s degree and be under the age of 40.
④ Applicants to Chinese-taught programs must submit HSK certificates with a minimum requirement of HSK5 (Score 180 or above).
Applicants to English-taught programs must submit an English proficiency certificate (English native speakers are exempted). TOEFL: no less than 80, IELTS: no less than 6.0, Duolingo: no less than 100.
2. When is the application period?
From October to June.
3. What materials do I need to submit? Do I need to mail hard copies?
You don’t need to mail hard copies. Application materials include the following:
(1) A scan of your diploma (A scan of a pre-graduation certificate is required if the applicant has not yet gained a certificate)
(2) A copy of your academic transcripts
(3) A photocopy of passport within the validity period
(4) Proof of Chinese or English proficiency
(5) Personal statement or study plan
(6) Study experience resume
(7) A photocopy of “Foreigner Physical Examination Form”
(8) A scan of “Certificate of Non-Criminal Records”
(9) Other attachments
(Applicants for architectural majors are requested to submit five sketches of the applicants’ own works. Certificate of Bank saving or Income Certificate of Financial Guarantor.)
4. What is the application process?
(1) Open an account on our application system (tju.at0086.cn/student), fill in all the information, and upload required documents.
(2) Preliminary review and academic evaluation.
(3) Interview invitation.
(4) Admission and scholarship result release.
For more information, please click: Five Reasons to Study at Tianjin University (qq.com)
By Cheng Xiaotong and School of International Education
Editor: Sun Xiaofang
