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Chinese Name : 天津师范大学
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Province: N/A
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City: Tianjin
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Founded: October 2, 1895
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Cost of living: $410-827 USD/year
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Scholarships: Available
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World Rank
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Country Rank
31,000+
University students
Founded in 1895 as Peiyang University, Tianjin University (TJU) is the first modern university in China. As the pioneer of modern higher education in China, TJU has been committed to the mission of revitalizing this country through education ever since its foundation. Fighting arduously in keeping up with this mission, TJU proudly upholds the motto “Seeking Truth from Facts” while the faculty follows the guideline of precise learning and strict teaching. To this day, over 200,000 outstanding individuals have been educated at TJU. They contributed greatly to the progress in science and technology as well as to the prosperity of the country. TJU has been a National Key University since 1959 when the first 16 universities were so designated by the government. It is also among the first group of universities to be included into the “211” and “985” Projects of national investment for developing world class universities. Now, TJU has grown into a world recognized research university with distinctive qualities and strengths in education, research and social service.
1. History
The 120-year history of Tianjin University is the epitome of the progress of Chinese modern higher education. Established in 1895 with the name of Peiyang University, Tianjin University is the first university in China and plays an important role in modern Chinese higher education. The contribution of Peiyang University and Peiyang people to modern Chinese history, including political, economic, educational history and the development of modern Chinese science and technology should never be overlooked. In 1895, Sheng Xuanhuai, as an Intendant (Governor) of Tianjin Customs of that time, asked Superior Prefecture Wang Wenshao, the Governor-General of Zhili (now Hebei Province) and Peiyang Grand Minister to report to the Qing Court. After acquiring sanction from the Emperor, and with the assistance of Dr. Charles Danile Tenney, an American educator, Sheng founded the first new-type university in modern China – Peiyang Western Study School, i.e. Peiyang University (today’s Tianjin University), in Tianjin, where Westernization Movement originated. Thus, the history of education in China started a new era. From October 2nd, 1895, Peiyang University has undergone a course of more than a century, accumulated valuable experience for the development of Chinese higher education and cultivated a large number of elites for the modernization of China.
2. Vibrant Campus
Tianjin University’s student life is a vibrant melting pot of complete sports and recreation facilities, nearly 300 student clubs and societies, music opportunities nearly every week, socializing in trendy restaurants, coffee shops and bars, convenient stay with on-campus apartments, groceries, supermarkets, post-office and banks, etc.
3. Strong Faculty of World Class
It is true that the development of a university depends on substantial conditions and environment, however, the key to it is the masters of the university. From the very beginning, Tianjin University followed the models of top universities in western countries, hiring native and foreign experts and masters as professors in their respective fields. Except Chinese courses and some foreign language courses which were taught by Chinese teachers, all core courses of western advanced science and technology were taught by foreign professors. Most of the Chinese faculty was overseas graduates returned in the early years, like Wang Shaolian, a Peiyang Naval Institute graduate returning from Britain. Foreign faculty mainly consisted of Americans who were graduates from top American universities, such as Stanford and MIT. They were recommended by their professors in response to the letter of invitation written by Dr. Charles Daniel Tenney, the General Supervisor (Acting President) of Peiyang University. The teachers gave instruction in English and adopted original English text books. “So in the early days of the university, Peiyang University could rival Harvard or Yale in teaching.” “The first batch of Peiyang graduates was qualified to go directly to the graduate schools of famous American universities for future study.” Due to its great achievements, Peiyang faculty was awarded by the Qing government several times.
4. Academic Excellence and High-quality Research
Tianjin University was the first to fully adopt western university system in China. Upon its beginning, it ran according to American model, where western learning was mainly taught. Over 120 years, the University has established a reputation as one of the leading research and teaching centers in China. The University gives precedence to the study of engineering and focuses on integrating science with engineering. It has developed a balanced offering of disciplines including economics, management, literary arts, law, and education. Five disciplines at the university rank in the top 1% of Essential Science Indicators: material science, chemistry, engineering, physics, biology and biochemistry.
5. Cosmopolitan Community
Situated in the heart of Tianjin City, one of the four municipalities directly under the Central Government of China, the University offers an unrivalled student experience in a thriving, cosmopolitan community which will set the scene for the rest of your life. Known as a microcosm of modern China, Tianjin has been selected as the best commercial city and the most creative city in mainland China, also one of top ten Charming Tourist City in the nation.
6. Achievements
Tianjin University had adequate scientific and engineering equipment, with special emphasis on engineering. “All the books, samples, devices and various equipment for probing and analyzing experiments needed by the departments of science, geology, mining and metallurgy, civil engineering and mechanics were purchased from the United States and Germany and must be replenished the next year, which made Peiyang University a university with the most adequate scientific and engineering equipment in China, creating good learning and practicing conditions for students.” Meanwhile, in summer vacations, students had the opportunities to go on field trips to factories and mines with their tutors. “Thus instead of empty talking, students in Peiyang University admire real talent and sound scholarship. They are able to use what they have learned at school and earnestly practice what they have advocated.” The early graduates of Peiyang University attained excellent records for examination organized by Ministry of Education of the government of Qing Dynasty, ranking high among other contemporary higher learning institutions in China.
7. International Communication and Cooperation
The Section of International Exchange at Tianjin University is responsible for facilitating international communication and promoting cooperation and exchanges with universities and organizations from across the globe. The specific responsibilities are as follows.
To establish relations of Tianjin University with overseas universities, institutions and multinational corporations, including the signing of agreements or MoUs on university level;
To coordinate discussions and negotiations on international cooperation programs on university level, and supervise the implementation of those programs;
To cooperate with overseas partners on the inbound & outbound student programs, including the exchange program, visiting student program, short-term training program, etc.
To coordinate international visits to and from Tianjin University and provide necessary services to these visits, like interpretation;
To help organize the international and academic conferences hosted by Tianjin University;
To maintain the OIC website;
To design and compile Tianjin University English brochure, folder and other necessary English materials.
nternational Student Dormitories are set for international students at Tianjin University. Single-occupancy and double-occupancy rooms are available. The rooms are all well equipped with air conditioner, separate toilet, TV, bathroom, telephone, Internet and laundry rooms for public use etc.
In addition, University Hostel is also available. (Room rate: 138 CNY/room/night for single-occupancy and 188 CNY/night/room for double -occupancy with free breakfast and internet access).
There are rules and regulations for accommodation, students shall read carefully after reached University.
Applicants Eligibility
- Need to be Non-Chinese citizens
- Need to be in good health
- Age Limit: Bachelor Degree:18-25 Years old; Masters Degree:18-35Years old; PhD: 18-40Years old;Chinese Language:18-40Years old
- Need to have good academic result in highest education degree
- For English Taught Program need to have IELTS 0 or TOFEL 80 or Equivalent English Proficiency Certificate
- For Chinese Taught Program need to have HSK -4 or above (ChineseProficiency Certificate)
- Doesn’t have any criminal record in the past
- Need to have skill on research & publication(For Masters and PhD Degree )
- Need to have publication on good journal (For PhD Degree)
- Need to provide real and complete resume
Application Documents for Bachelor Degree students:
- Valid Passport
- PP size photo (White/Blue Background)
- Higher secondary /A Level/Grade 12/High School Certificate & Transcript(If it’s not in English then need to translate to English or Chinese and need to submit both original & scan copy)
- For English Taught Program need to have IELTS 0 orTOFEL 80 or Equivalent English Proficiency Certificate
- For Chinese Taught Program need to have HSK -4 or above (ChineseProficiency Certificate)
- Physical examination report (6 month validity)
- Non Criminal record/Police Clearance (If it’s not in English then need to translate to English or Chinese and need to submit both original & scan copy;6 month validity)
- CV/Bio-data/Resume
- The valid ID card or passport photo page of the Guardian (under 18 years old)
- Valid bank statement (more than 3000$;6 month validity)
- Other supporting documents (if applicable)
Application Documents for Masters Degree students:
- Valid Passport
- PP size photo (White Background)
- Bachelor Degree Certificate & Transcript(If it’s not in English then need to translate to English or Chinese and need to submit both original & scan copy)
- For English Taught Program need to have IELTS 0 orTOFEL 80 or Equivalent English Proficiency Certificate
- For Chinese Taught Program need to have HSK -4 or above (ChineseProficiency Certificate)
- Physical examination report (6 month validity)
- Two recommendation letter from two different Professor or Associate professor
- Study plan/Research Plan(Minimum 800 words)
- Non Criminal record/Police Clearance (If it’s not in English then need to translate to English or Chinese and need to submit both original & scan copy;6 month validity)
- CV/Bio-data/Resume
- The valid ID card or passport photo page of the Guardian (under 18 years old)
- Valid bank statement (more than 3000$;6 month validity)
- Other supporting documents (Job Experience ;Publications ,etc)
Application Documents for PhD Degree students:
- Valid Passport
- PP size photo (White Background)
- Masters Degree Certificate & Transcript(If it’s not in English then need to translate to English or Chinese and need to submit both original & scan copy)
- For English Taught Program need to have IELTS 0 orTOFEL 80 or Equivalent English Proficiency Certificate
- For Chinese Taught Program need to have HSK -4 or above (ChineseProficiency Certificate)
- Two recommendation letter from two different Professor or Associate professor
- Study plan/Research Plan(Minimum 800 words)
- Physical examination report (6 month validity)
- Non Criminal record/Police Clearance (If it’s not in English then need to translate to English or Chinese and need to submit both original & scan copy;6 month validity)
- CV/Bio-data/Resume
- The valid ID card or passport photo page of the guardian(under 18 years old)
- Valid bank statement (more than 3000$;6 month validity)
- Other supporting documents (Job Experience ;Publications ,etc)
Application Documents for Chinese Language courses:
- Valid Passport
- PP size photo (White Background)
- Last academic Certificate & Transcript(If it’s not in English then need to translate to English or Chinese and need to submit both original & scan copy)
- Physical examination report (6 month validity)
- Non Criminal record/Police Clearance (If it’s not in English then need to translate to English or Chinese and need to submit both original & scan copy;6 month validity)
- CV/Bio-data/Resume
- The valid ID card or passport photo page of the Guardian (under 18 years old)
- Valid bank statement (more than 3000$;6 month validity)
- Other supporting documents (if applicable)
Scholarship Covers
| Tuition Fees Free | Monthly Stipend 1400 CNY/Month or 2400 CNY/Month |
Other Costs Need to pay to the University
| Accommodation Fees: 900 CNY/Per month Inside the campus (Around 750 CNY/Month outside the campus) |
| Insurance Fees: 800 CNY /Year |
| Resident Permit: 400 CNY/Year |
| Medical Check-Up: 500 CNY (Just for 1 Year) |
Bachelor Taught in English :
| Chemical Engineering | Pharmaceutical Technology |
| Environmental Science and Engineering |
Tianjin University began to enroll international students in 1954, and it is one of the first universities to host international students in China. Up to now it has accepted more than 12,000 international students from 109 countries and regions studying at different levels. At present, it offers various programs for over 1,800 international students, including Chinese language courses and degree programs ranging from bachelor to doctoral studies.
Tianjin University School of International Education was established in January, 2000, it is one of the secondary schools of Tianjin University. The School of International Educational takes enrollment, teaching administration, social administration and services functions of international students at Tianjin University for its main task, and also undertakes the Chinese language teaching for international students.
The school is composed of Department of Teaching Chinese as a Foreign Language, Office of the School, Admission Office of International Students, Section of International Students Administration, Section of International Students Dormitory and Section of Catering. There are more than 40 regular members in the school including teachers, managerial and service staffs, of them, 8 people have senior professional titles, 13 people have master degrees, 3 persons are studying for doctorate.
The School of International Educational has been carrying on the fine tradition and sprit of running school which formed in the course of development for more than 110 years of Tianjin University, by relying on the abundant actual force and advantages of running school, gave full play to the experiences of international student education for over 50 years, positively carry out the guideline of state international students education in new period, adhere to the spirit of developing, pioneering, innovation and advance with the times, has been made the scale of international student of Tianjin University to expanded unceasingly in several years. The level and quality of teaching has remarkably enhanced and attracted more and more international students study at Tianjin University. In recent years, there have been over 1000 international students at different levels coming to this university each year and this data has placed the forward rank among the national science and engineering universities and local universities.
At present, Tianjin University has formed various types and levels in international student education including short-term and long-term Chinese language courses, undergraduate, master degree to Ph. D students. There are 42 countries students are studying at this university now, compared with that of 20 years ago, only 10 countries students studied here. Along with increases of international students and their countries, there has formed a multi-culture and internationalization atmosphere on campus.
The School of International Education of Tianjin University has its advantages and characteristics in construction of disciplines, teaching system, course offered, teaching staff, teaching equipment and teaching management which is fit for the development of international student education of the school. Especially, the administrative system and operational mode of the school is more effective which has been proved by way of practice.
Tianjin University has 3 advanced video-audio labs, more modern equipped classrooms and 3 international dormitories which provided a good living environment for international students, the gross floor area of different buildings of the school is near 20,000 square meters.
There are 6 canteens around the dormitories on campus of Tianjin University. Among all of the canteens, the cuisine in the Liuyuan Restaurant, which is located near the International Student Dormitory, is ideal for international students. There are many varieties of delicious cuisines from all over the world, such as Muslim cuisine, Western cuisine, and other Asian cuisine.
Various Tianjin snacks are worthy of tasting, such as “Go Believe” (steamed stuffed bun), 18th Street Fried Dough Twists and Erduoyan fried rice cake are called “Three Unique Delicacies of Tianjin”.
1. I really want to study at your University, but I can’t speak Chinese, can I be instructed in English?
Answer: The program is fully English medium program.
2. How is the living standard in Tianjin city? What about the canteen in the University?
Answer: The living cost here is reasonable, for example, around 150 USD for your food cost per month. There are 6 canteens around the dormitories on campus of Tianjin University. The cuisine in the Liuyuan Restaurant, located near the International Student Dormitory, is ideal for international students.
3. How can I arrive in Tianjin city, the location of University?
Answer: If there is no direct flight to Tianjin, the recommended route is to fly to Beijing and take taxi or the direct bus to Tianjin (around 2.5 hours) just inside Beijing Capital International Airport.
4. Can you send a vehicle to take us from the local airport to the University?
Answer: Tianjin University offers international students Airport Pick-up service from Tianjin Binhai International Airport or Beijing Capital International Airport to the campus. It is approximately 50 minutes from Tianjin Binhai International Airport to Tianjin University, around 2.5 hours from Beijing Capital International Airport to the university. But international students should book in advance and send detailed departure, transfer and arrival schedule to us in advance so that the university can pick up without any delay.
5. How can I exchange some Chinese currency for my pocket money when I just arrived in China?
Answer: Students can exchange some Chinese currency in bank for shuttle/bus ticket fare and pocket money in the big international airport when they arrive in China. And students can buy telephone card from business counter in the airport to give international call and domestic call if students need.
6. How are the transportation, telecom and internet in Tianjin City?
Answer: There is one airport, three train stations and many buses in Tianjin to many cities in China. Tianjin port is the world’s top-level and China’s largest artificial deep water harbor. There are convenient public facilities for telecom and internet, you can buy telecom card to call in any time and there are lots of internet pub for going on internet.
7. How is the climate in Tianjin City?
Answer: Tianjin features a four-season, monsoon-influenced climate, typical of East Asia, with cold, windy, very dry winters reflecting the influence of the vast Siberian anticyclone, and hot, humid summers, due to the monsoon. Spring in the city is dry and windy, occasionally seeing sandstorms blowing in from the Gobi Desert, capable of lasting for several days. Annual mean temperature approximates 14 °C (57.2 °F).
8. How is China’s Engineering Education in the world?
Answer: China is the largest producer of engineering graduates in the world.
9. How is China’s Business and Management Education in the world?
Answer: China has become the second largest economic entity, which has made China an influential role in the global economy.
10. Can a student open a Bank Account?
Answer: Yes, a student could open a bank account in his name to keep his surplus money safe. He could also use this account to have his family remit any additional money as required.
11. Is learning Chinese language compulsory?
Answer: Even though the program is instructed in English, but international students must study Chinese language according to Ministry of Education, China. Chinese language classes are just offered in the first two years, three times per week, and international students are required to pass the basic level. Besides, it will be helpful for students in daily life if they learn some Chinese language.
12. What is the voltage used in China?
Answer: The voltage here is 220 V. Converters and power strips may be purchased locally.
13. Useful public contact number in China:
Answer:
Fire: 119
Police Station: 110
Time Report: 12117
Telephone Directory: 114
Telephone Repair: 112
Emergency Ambulance: 120
Earthquake Advisory Service: 2042691