INTRODUCTION TO CHONGQING UNIVERSITY
Chongqing University (CQU) is a key national university and a member of the “Excellence League”, located in Chongqing, Southwest China.
It is also one of the “211 Project” and “985 Project” universities with full support in construction and development from the central government and Chongqing Municipal Government.
About CQU
Founded in 1929, Chongqing University now consists of six faculties in Science, Social Sciences, Humanities, Engineering, Built Environment, Information Science and Technology.
Among its various departments, Chongqing University is especially highly ranked in the Built Environment, Engineering, Technology, and Business disciplines.
Currently, the university hosts 50,000 students, including over 1600 international students from 129 countries.
Chongqing University has established cooperation with 115 institutions of higher education in over 20 countries, such as the USA, UK, France, Germany, Italy, Netherland, Canada, Australia, Japan, South Korea etc.
The university has also established partnership with many prestigious international corporations or institutions, such as Siemens, Rockwell Automation, IBM, Microsoft, Lipo Group, New York Life Insurance, Omron, ABB, Ford, etc,.
Chongqing University has three Confucius Institutes in Thailand, Italy and Australia respectively, which promote the cooperation and development in the teaching and research of Chinese language and culture
About Chongqing
Chongqing, A.K.A Yu for short, is located along the upper reaches of the Yangtze River in Southwest China. As China’s fourth municipality directly under the administration of the Central Government and the only one in Western China, it is newly established as one of five central cities in China.
The average annual temperature in Chongqing is 18℃. January is the coldest month, at an average of 7℃; July and August is the hot season, normally between 27℃-38℃. Chongqing is a humid city. Summer and autumn are the rainy seasons. The annual rainfall is 1,000-1,100mm.
Chongqing is a logistics hub combining water, road and air transportations, a modern manufacturing base, an important business center and the pivot for integrated transportation and communications along the upper reaches of the Yangtze River and in southwest China.
It has established business and trade relations with more than 180 countries and regions. Modern farming is now growing with strong momentum, as are a wide range of fast developing industries, including automobile, motorcycle, equipment, gas/petroleum chemical engineering and materials.
Chongqing is a well-known tourism city for its fantastic mountain-river scenery and abundant historic and cultural sites, such as Three Gorges of Yangtze River, the Dazu Rock Carvings, the Three Natural Bridges in Wulong, Tiankeng and Difeng (giant karst pits and fissures) in Fengjie, the Baiheliang Ridge in Fuling, the Hechuan Fishing Town Relics and the World Hot Spring Capital.
Chongqing is famous for its delicious Sichuan style cuisine and hotpot.
Campus
CQU is located in Shapingba District, a cultural and educational center in the city of Chongqing, a major municipality of industry and commerce in the Southwest of China, an economic center on the upper reaches of Yangtze River.
The university covers a total area of 5,450 mu (about 364 hectares), with 1.5 million square meters of floor space in four lively campuses.
The university library is well equipped with modern facilities of large scale, with a collection of 4.3 million volumes, 6500 kinds of Chinese and foreign periodicals, and 2.82 million volumes of E-books.
In addition to 5 electronic reading rooms with 90000 kinds of Chinese and foreign e-books and journals, the China Education Research Network (CERNET) Chongqing Central Node is set up in the library.
Scholarships
- Chinese Government Scholarships
- Confucius Institute Scholarship
- Chongqing Municipal Government Mayor Scholarship
- Chongqing University President Scholarship
Extracurricular Activities
The International Students Office organizes various cultural and sporting activities for international students under the direction of the SIE. Among these activities, some are held regularly:
- International Cultural Festival (biennial)
- CQU Postgraduate Football/Basketball League
- Spring Sports Meeting
- International Students’ Cultural Trips and Tours
- Chinese Proficiency Contest
- Welcome Party/Graduation Party for International Students
The SIE also encourages international students to take part in all kinds of activities held by the Chinese Ministry of Education, the Chongqing Municipal Government and other colleges and universities in China (e.g. Experience China, the Photography Competition for Foreigners in Chongqing, the Recitation Contest hosted by South China University of Technology). International students’ host colleges also organize extracurricular activities. International Students may learn about ongoing and upcoming activities by observing the notices displayed on the notice boards or sent to your email box.
On Campus Facilities
Students may dine at canteens and dining halls on campus. There are 6 canteens on campus A. Other facilities that are available on campus include the University hospital, post office, convenience stores, banks, bookstores, laundry, photo development shops, gyms and a theater.
Chongqing University has four campuses known as Campus A, B, C and D. The arrangement of accommodation is based on the location of the student’s host college. Generally, all undergraduate students live in Campus D, except those who study at the School of Architecture and the Film Academy, which are based in Campus A. Please refer to the following for more details:
→All undergraduate students (except those of the Film Academy and the School of Architecture), and all students from the Schools of Foreign Languages,Journalism,Software Engineering, Mathematics and Statistics and Physics will be accommodated in Campus D.
→Students from other colleges will be accommodated in the Xuelin Hotel or the Songlinpo International Apartment in Campus A.
There are a limited number of on-campus dormitory rooms available.
Students can also find off-campus accommodation when arrive at CQU.
Songlinpo International House
PhD in Business Administration
PhD in Business Administration Introduction to the Program The PhD in Business Administration at Chongqing University (CQU) is a three year program for international students taught in English. Start Date of the Program September Entry Requirements Prospective students should hold a non-Chinese passport, be in good health Prospective students must hold a recognized master’s degree.
Master’s in Architecture
Master’s in Architecture Introduction to the Program The Master’s in Architecture at Chongqing University (CQU) is a two year program for international students taught in English. Start Date of the Program September Entry Requirements Prospective students should hold a non-Chinese passport, be in good health and under the age of 45.
Master’s in International Business
Master’s in International Business Introduction to the Program The Master’s in International Business at Chongqing University (CQU) is a two year program for international students taught in English. Start Date of the Program September Entry Requirements Prospective students should hold a non-Chinese passport, be in good health and under the age of 45.
Master’s in Mechanical Engineering
Master’s in Mechanical Engineering Introduction to the Program The Master’s in Mechanical Engineering at Chongqing University (CQU) is a two year program for international students taught in English. Start Date of the Program September Entry Requirements Prospective students should hold a non-Chinese passport, be in good health and under the age of 45.
Master’s in Urban Construction & Environmental Engineering
Master’s in Urban Construction & Environmental Engineering Introduction to the Program The Master’s in Urban Construction & Environmental Engineering at Chongqing University (CQU) is a two year program for international students taught in English. About the Program This program aims to cultivate high-level international specialists in fields of environmental engineering or related areas, with strong capabilities.
Master’s in Electronics & Communications Engineering
Master’s in Electronics & Communications Engineering Introduction to the Program The Master’s in Electronics & Communications Engineering at Chongqing University (CQU) is a two year program for international students taught in English.
Master’s in Software Engineering
Master’s in Software Engineering Introduction to the Program The Master’s in Software Engineering at Chongqing University (CQU) is a two year program for international students taught in English. About the Program The program aims to prepare students for careers in the field of software engineering, including requirement analysis and software design, software development and integration.
Master’s in Electrical Engineering
Master’s in Electrical Engineering Introduction to the Program The Master’s in Electrical Engineering at Chongqing University (CQU) is a two year program for international students taught in English. About the Program This program is designed to provide graduates from with a thorough understanding of electric, electronic devices and circuits, and the systems in which they operate.
Long-term Chinese Language Program
Long-term Chinese Language Program Introduction to the Program The Long-term Chinese Language Program at Chongqing University is a one month, one semester or one year program for international students. About the Program Chongqing University offers 3 levels of Chinese language programs—elementary, intermediate, and advanced. A study certificate will be granted upon course completion.