Why International Students Choose Harbin Institute of Technology (HIT)
Harbin Institute of Technology (HIT) is one of China’s most respected engineering and technology universities. Founded in 1920, it is a member of the C9 League, China’s group of elite research universities, and is known worldwide for aerospace, mechanical and electrical engineering, computer science, materials and civil engineering. HIT has three campuses: the main campus in Harbin, a campus in Weihai on the coast of Shandong, and Harbin Institute of Technology, Shenzhen (HITSZ) in southern China.
1. A top engineering name on your degree
HIT consistently ranks among China’s best universities for engineering. Employers in China and abroad recognise the name, which gives graduates an advantage in engineering, research and technology careers.
2. HIT Shenzhen: study in China’s technology capital
HITSZ is located in Shenzhen, home to global technology companies such as Huawei, Tencent and DJI. Its schools focus on information technology, artificial intelligence, intelligent manufacturing, materials and smart cities, and the campus works closely with industry. For students who want internships and careers in technology, Shenzhen is one of the best places to study in Asia.
3. Research-led teaching
HIT runs national key laboratories and large research programmes. Bachelor’s, master’s and PhD students learn from faculty who work on real engineering problems, and postgraduate students can join research groups and publish with their supervisors.
4. Scholarships for international students
International students can apply for the Chinese Government Scholarship (CSC) and university scholarships that cover tuition and, in many cases, accommodation and a monthly stipend. Competition is strong, so a well-prepared application matters. Bachelor’s applicants may also need a CSCA exam score.
5. A supportive international community
HIT welcomes students from many countries, with international student offices, orientation, Chinese language classes and student associations on each campus. Harbin offers a classic northern Chinese experience with its famous Ice and Snow Festival, while Shenzhen offers a warm climate and a fast-moving, modern city.
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Key facts about HIT and HIT Shenzhen
- Founded in 1920, Main Campus of HIT;
- Top 5 Best Universities for Engineering in 2023 U.S. NEWS Ranking;
- One of the C9 League members (the so called “China’s Ivy League) in China.
- Founded in 2002, one of the campuses of HIT co-founded by HIT and Shenzhen government;
- 11 schools with research focusing on information technology, intelligent equipment manufacturing, materials, artificial intelligence, and smart cities etc;
- Owns 58 key laboratories, engineering laboratories, and public platforms above municipal level;
- Among the 600+ full-time teachers in HITSZ, 80% of them have studied and worked overseas, and 90% have been recognized as high-level talents by the city and nation;
- Over the past five years, the cumulative research funding has exceeded 2 billion CNY;
- Established cooperation with over 800 enterprises in Shenzhen, and has solved more than 1,400 major technological issues for them.
- More than 60% of graduates are employed in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area;
- More than 70% of the graduates work in PWC, EY, Intel, Huawei, Tencent, Mindray and other well-known enterprises;
- Attracting and supporting overseas students to start businesses in Shenzhen;
- More than 100 graduates have founded their own companies, 85% founded in Shenzhen, and 89% being scientific and technological enterprises. Among these alumni enterprises, a number of national-level enterprises have emerged on the new third board and as “unicorn” companies.
- Coastal city in South China, adjoining Hong Kong;
- Permanent resident population reached 17.6 million;
- The annual average temperature is 23 degrees Celsius;
- Takes the lead in high-tech development, financial services, foreign trade, shipping, and the creative and cultural industries in China;
- Cradle of renowned enterprises such as Huawei, Tencent, DJI and Ping An, and home to 10 Fortune 500 companies.
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