Zhejiang University of Technology

The Zhejiang University of Technology (ZJUT) is a comprehensive key university owned by the Zhejiang Provincial Government, and it was established in the Year 1953. The history of the University can be traced back to 1910, when the Zhejiang Intermediate School of Technology was first founded. The ZJUT is situated in Hangzhou, a picturesque historical and cultural city in China. As a century-old university, ZUT has gone through various historical periods, namely Hangzhou Chemical Engineering School, Zhejiang Secondary Chemical School, Zhejiang Chemical College, and Zhejiang Engineering College.

The University now consists of 3 campuses, covering a total area of over 213 hectares, with a floor space of 840,000 square meters. It has 22 colleges and 2 departments, namely the College of Chemical and Material Engineering, College of Mechanical Engineering, College of Civil Engineering and Architecture, College of Information Engineering, College of Computing Science/Software, College of Business and Administration, College of Biological and Environmental Engineering, College of Humanities, College of Art, International College, College of Science, College of Foreign Studies, College of Law, College of Pharmaceutical Science, Zhejiang College, Jianxing College, College of Politics and Public Administration, College of Educational Science and Technology, College of Adult Education, Department of Morality and Politics and Department of Physical Education and Military Training. The present University, as a provincial key comprehensive university, offers not only engineering courses, but also a large range of disciplines like science, liberal arts, law, agriculture, philosophy, economics, pharmaceutical science, management, education, and art. With a national key laboratory and a post-doctoral program, the University is entitled to confer degrees of master's, doctorate, and MBA. In addition, it has been granted the right to recommend outstanding undergraduates as candidates for graduate programs in other universities without entrance examinations and the right to recruit international students as well as students from Hong Kong, Macao, and Taiwan.

At present, there are about 30,000 full-time students, including 6,541 postgraduate students and 363 PhD candidates. Besides, there are also around 20,000 part-time students. Currently, more than 800 international students from many countries are studying at ZJUT. The University has a staff of 3,200, amongst whom over 390 are professors, 880 are associate professors, and 790 have PhD degrees. Now ZJUT has one academician of CAE (Chinese Academy of Engineering) and three academicians of CAE and CAS (Chinese Academy of Sciences) whom ZJUT shares with other institutions. The University has around 20 PhD programs, 120 postgraduate programs, and 60 undergraduate programs. The value of its assets totals about RMB 2.69 billion. Its 60,000-square-metre library houses over 5.3 million books (incl. electronic books) and over 17,000 kinds of Chinese and foreign journals.

The University aims to become a comprehensive research university with strong local characteristics. By the end of 2010, the scientific research funds have amounted to about 3.2 billion yuan.

To better facilitate international exchange and cooperation, the University has established partnerships with more than 50 universities from the US, the UK, France, Germany, Japan, Belgium, Australia, Russia, South Korea, the Netherlands, Sweden, Austria etc. to conduct academic exchange, scientific research and co-operation.

Room Types

Single Room: Offers privacy for one student, suitable for those who prefer a quiet space.

Double Room: Shared with one other student, providing an opportunity for social interaction at a more affordable cost.

Suite-Style Rooms: Some dorms offer suite-style rooms with shared living spaces, bathrooms, and kitchens for small groups of students.

Additional Facilities

Basic Amenities: All rooms typically have a bed, desk, chair, wardrobe, and internet access.

Air Conditioning and Heating: Available in all rooms to ensure comfort in all seasons.

Laundry Facilities: Shared laundry rooms with washing machines and dryers are available in each dorm building.

Common Kitchens: Some dormitories have shared kitchen facilities, allowing students to cook their own meals.

Shared Study Rooms: Designated study areas provide a quiet space for focused learning.

Recreational Areas: Common spaces for socializing, games, and relaxation.

Dining Facilities: Multiple dining halls and canteens are located around campus, offering affordable meals with a variety of Chinese and international dishes.

Bachelor’s Program

Age: Applicants must typically be between 18 and 25 years old.

Education: Completion of high school or equivalent education, with satisfactory academic performance.

Language Proficiency:

Chinese Taught Majors: HSK (Chinese Proficiency Test) Level 4 or above.

English Taught Majors: Proof of English Proficiency, Such as IELTS (typically 5.5 or above) or TOEFL (70 or above).

Documents:

Application form (completed and signed)

Passport copy (valid for at least 6 months)

High school diploma and transcripts

Language proficiency certificate (HSK, IELTS, or TOEFL as applicable)

Personal statement or study plan

Two recommendation letters (optional for some programs)

Health examination report (for visa application purposes)

Master’s Program

Age: Applicants are generally required to be under 35 years old.

Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, with a strong academic record in a relevant field.

Language Proficiency:

Chinese Taught Majors: HSK Level 5 or above.

English Taught Majors:  Proof of English Proficiency, Such as IELTS (typically 5.5 or above) or TOEFL (70 or above).

Documents:

Application form (completed and signed)

Passport copy (valid for at least 6 months)

Bachelor’s degree diploma and academic transcripts

Language proficiency certificate (HSK, IELTS, or TOEFL as applicable)

Personal statement or study plan (usually around 800 words)

Two recommendation letters from professors or academic advisors

Health examination report

Research proposal (optional for research-based programs)

PhD Program

Age: Applicants should generally be under 40 years old.

Education: Master’s degree in a relevant field, with strong academic performance.

Language Proficiency:

Chinese Taught Majors: HSK Level 5 or higher.

English Taught Majors: English proficiency, with IELTS (typically 6.5 or above) or TOEFL (typically 90 or above).

Documents:

Application form (completed and signed)

Passport copy (valid for at least 6 months)

Master’s degree diploma and academic transcripts

Language proficiency certificate (HSK, IELTS, or TOEFL as applicable)

Personal statement or study plan (usually around 1,000 words)

Two academic recommendation letters from professors or research advisors

Health examination report

Research proposal (detailing research interests and intended area of study)