Top Universities in China for International Students
Top Universities in China for International Students
As the opportunities growing in China,
there are more and more foreigners who look forward to experiencing life in
China. Besides traveling or working, studying in China is absolutely a great
way to come and experience the culture, as well as learn to adapt to Chinese
society. For many foreigners, the student visa is comparatively good for a long
period of stay and easier to apply than the working visa. What’s more, it’s
quite an efficient way to learn more about the Chinese language and China.
However, China is such a big country that has hundreds of colleges in different
areas and cities. Lots of people who are interested in studying in China face a
huge challenge whether which university is more suitable for them. Thus, if you
are one of those who are facing this kind of challenge, I will give you a
general all aspects introduction about the universities in China.
Below are all the recommended universities with top rankings and high reputations in China (such as the universities in “project 985” “project 211” or with language teaching specialty). All the courses they offer vary from the Chinese language and culture to real-time issues in China’s development and traditional Chinese art studies. It’s also up to your needs to choose the degree program or non-degree program. Most of the programs in each university are open seasonally so that there must be programs that could adapt to your schedule perfectly. Moreover, in these recommended universities, various scholarships that can be applied. For more related information you can check the articles below.
- How to Apply For A Chinese Student Visa, Tourist Visa, or Work Visa
- Study In China: A Look at Chinese Universities and What You Can Expect
China is very big with people of different ethnic groups and dialects. Consequently, the lifestyle and habits are all very different in each area. Here we will talk about the real helpful and practical information of the recommended universities in China for international Students including the environment, the weather, the food, the daily lifestyle and etc.
Northern China
Universities in Northeast Region of China
Main cities:
北京Beijing, 天津Tianjin, 哈尔滨
Harbin, 沈阳 Shenyang，大连 Dalian，青岛 Qingdao，郑州 Zhengzhou
Weather: The
climate is characterized by clear four seasons throughout the year, hot and
rainy in summer, and cold and dry in winter.
Although the weather is quite cold and
snowy outside in winter, the indoors are very comfortable with heaters.
Main Languages: Mandarin
In most parts of northern China, the
dialects are all based on the Mandarin Chinese. Thus, the pronunciations have
very few changes. Only if you can master the Mandarin Chinese, there will be no
obstacles communicating with the northern Chinese.
Characters: Simplified
version
What’s famous:
The Great Wall, The Forbidden City, The
Summer Palace, Harbin Ice and Snow World, Tai Mountain, Inner Mongolia Prairie,
Shaolin Temple, Beijing Roast duck, tea house, dumplings etc.
Notice:
Since the weather is comparatively colder
in northeast China, the activities at night are not as many as in South China.
Many places are closed and dark after 8 p.m.especially in smaller cities in
winter.
Traffic in big cities like Beijing are
annoying when in peak time. There are often traffic jams. The subways in
Beijing is also a little bit old and uncomfortable. Crowded people make you
doubt your whole life sometimes.
The air pollution problem is a big issue in
the recent years. The smog is comparatively severe here. But now it’s getting
better with more environmental protection.
北京Beijing:
Beijing is the capital and political core
of China. So, there are many universities and colleges in Beijing. The options
are much more than in other cities. The local culture is maintained very well
like the Hutong, the Siheyuan and etc. Many foreigners who live in northern
China have more opportunities to practice their speaking and listening ability
with the residents. Many international shows, concerts and matches are often
first start from Beijing. The life here can be very colorful.
Many universities are much closed to each
other. You can easily make friends with students in other universities.
It’s also very convenient to visit the
embassies of your country.
There are lots of international flights in
Beijing which could make your journey in and out easier.
Recommended universities for
international students:
Universities in Northwest Region of China
Main cities:
西安 Xi’an, 兰州 Lanzhou，银川 Yinchuan，太原 Taiyuan，乌鲁木齐 Urumchi
Weather: Northwest
China is deeply inland in northwestern China. It has a large area. It’s arid
and scarce water with widespread deserts. There are more wind and sands.
Main Languages: Mandarin Chinese
Though there are some northern Chinese
dialects, they are all based on the Mandarin Chinese. Some tones and vocabulary
may vary, but very similar to Mandarin.
Characters: Simplified
version
What’s famous:
The ancient city wall, the Terracotta
Warriors, Hua Mountain, Mogao Grottoes, desserts, roast whole lamp, various
noodles and etc.
Notice:
It’s very dry in northwest China since it’s
far away from the sea. Although the area is very big, there are fewer big
cities here. The general prosperous degree is not as high as the east area of
China.
The choices of universities are less.
The famous food in northwest China is
mainly about various meat. If you are a vegetarian, you may have fewer choices.
西安Xi’an:
西安Xi`an is the center of culture, politics ,and
economy in northwest China. Many universities, companies and trades are all
found there. Xi`an is one of the ancient cities in China with thousand years of
history. Even now, the ancient city wall is still maintained and used. If you
are interested in the ancient history, Xi`an is the place you should stay.
In recent years, the public traffic is
getting more and more convenient. For example, the subway lines are getting
more now.
Recommended universities for
international students:
East Coastal Region of China
Universities in Yangtze River Delta Region of China
Main cities:
上海Shanghai, 杭州Hangzhou，南京Nanjing, 苏州Suzhou，温州Wenzhou，合肥Hefei，宁波Ningbo，无锡Wuxi
Weather: The
Yangtze River Delta has a subtropical monsoon climate. The weather there is
quite humid with lots of rain in early summer.
Main Languages: Mandarin and many dialects such as Wu dialect, Jianghuai Mandarin
and etc.
Characters: Simplified
version
What’s famous:
The bund, Disneyland of Shanghai, the West
Lake, the Lingyin Temple, Suzhou Gardens, various ancient water towns, Huang
Mountain and etc.
Notice:
Though the temperature in winter is not as
low as in north China, it can be really cold in winter too since there is no available
public indoor heaters.. The continuous rain can be really annoying in rain
season.
There are various local dialects in different
cities. Sometimes when they speak their own dialects, you may feel frustrated
and baffled. But take it easy, the people from other areas can not understand
the dialects too.
Since the city like Shanghai is very international, many
people can speak English which may make you feel lazy and unnecessary to
practice your Mandarin Chinese.
上海 Shanghai：
上海Shanghai is the economic center of China
which can represent modern China. It’s a real international metropolis like New
York, London, Hong Kong. No matter the public transportation or the living
conditions are all very convenient and efficient. There are also various
activities and parties which can make your life busy and fantastic. Unlike the extremely
wide roads in Beijing, you can take a walk in Shanghai and enjoy the view of
the streets.
If you want to find some financial works in
China, you should definitely consider Shanghai first. There are a lot of
international companies, organizations and factories set their branches in
Shanghai. There are also many excellent universities for you to choose.
Recommended universities for
international students:
Universities in Southeast Region of China
Main cities:
广州Guangzhou, 深圳 Shenzhen，厦门Xiamen，福州Fuzhou，桂林Guilin，三亚Sanya
Weather: The southeast region has a mild climate, and most regions are long summer and no winter, with an average annual temperature of 17-21 ° C. The climate is humid with heavy rainfall.
Main Languages: Mandarin, Cantonese, Hakka, Min nan dialects and etc.
Characters: Simplified
version
What’s famous:
Kulangsu of Xiamen, Fujian earth building,
various dim sum, dim sum brunch, various soups, rice noodles, seafood and etc.
Notice:
Many of the residents used to speak their
own dialects. By the influence of the dialects here, their Mandarin is not as
good as the other regions of China. They have comparatively stronger accent
when speaking Mandarin. So, it might be a problem when the foreign learners
want to practice speaking Mandarin with them.
广州 Guangzhou, 深圳 Shenzhen：
The first-tier cities in China are 北京Beijing，上海Shanghai, 广州Guangzhou and 深圳Shenzhen. 广州 and 深圳 are both in Guangdong province which
share the same culture and dialects. There are many factories and companies in
Southeast area of China and many of them are located in Guangdong province.
Many foreigners come here to do business with Chinese. Hong Kong and Macau are
both very closed to this province which makes the transportation and
communication easier.
广州Guangzhou is more localized. You can
understand a real local life in this city. 深圳Shenzhen is
more international and all people from different regions come to work and live
in this city.
The food in southeast area is lighter than
northern area. The seafood is their specialty. You may find many of the famous
Cantonese dim sum brunch which is still in their daily life habits. It’s said
you can eat whatever you can imagine here.
Since the weather is hotter in this area,
the night life is more colorful and longer. The night markets are open very
late until the next morning.
It’s also the best place to learn Cantonese
if you want.
Recommended universities for
international students:
- 中山大学 (Sun Yat-sen University)
- 广东外语外贸大学（Guangdong University of Foreign Studies）
- 厦门大学（Xiamen University）
Southwest and middle Region of China
Universities in Southwest and middle Region of China
Main cities:
成都 Chengdu，重庆Chongqing，长沙Changsha，武汉Wuhan，贵阳Guiyang，昆明Kunming，拉萨Lhasa
Weather: The
climate in this region varies from subtropical monsoon to continental climate
to plateau climate.
Main Languages: Mandarin and many dialects such as Xiang dialect, Southwest
mandarin and etc.
Characters: Simplified
version
What’s famous:
Hot pot, spicy Procambarus clarkia, stinky tofu, sour spicy soup,
various mushrooms, panda,
Jiuzhaigou Valley Scenic and Historic Interest Area, Huangguoshu Waterfall, hima
alaya, Potala Palace, snow mountains and etc.
Notice:
Most of the residents, especially the
young, can speak Mandarin, though comparing to northern China, their accent is
not very standard. It might be an obstacle when communicating with the
residents.
The transportation, especially the
international airlines, is not as many as the east region of China. But it’s
been developing all the time and getting more and more now.
The food in this region is usually more spicy
than other regions. The top spicy food cities are all here.
成都 Chengdu：
This is the hometown of the famous hot-pot
and pandas. The life in Sichuan province is quite relaxing. People enjoy
drinking tea and playing mahjong after work. Here you can rarely see the busy
life scenes like other big cities. Slow down and enjoy the life is the key of
Sichuan people.
The economy here in 成都is also quite good which can be the center of southwest region. More
and more working opportunities appear.
Recommended universities for
international students:
Other Region of China
Universities in Other Region of China
Main cities:
香港 Hongkong，澳门Macau，台湾Taiwan
Weather:
They are all in southern China. The climate in these three places has a mild
climate, and most regions are long summer and no winter, with an average annual
temperature of 17-21 ° C. The climate is humid with heavy rainfall.
Main Languages: Mandarin, Cantonese, Hakka
Characters: traditional
version
What’s famous:
Hong Kong Ocean Park, Disneyland of Hong
Kong, Victoria Peak, Lantau Island, casinos in Macau, Ruínas da Antiga Catedral
de São Paulo, Tamsui River, Sun Moon Lake, Ali Mountain, Tailuge Xia and etc.
Notice:
Hong Kong, Macau and Taiwan are different
from mainland China. If you want to study or work there you may check the visa
requirements individually.
The main language in Hong Kong and Macau is
Cantonese. You may not have many opportunities to practice Mandarin Chinese
there.
If you want to learn traditional Chinese
characters, these three places are good choice.
Recommended universities for
international students:
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