Northwestern Polytechnical University

Northwestern Polytechnical University ranks among the top universities in China. It is located in Xi`an, one of the most historic and cultural cities in China. The university focus on science and engineering technology, while simultaneously develops the research and education on the topics of humanities, economics, and law, management, etc. It is one of the 15 key universities being developed, directly led by the China State Council. During the China Ninth Five-year Plan (1996-2000) period, it was one of the first universities to be funded by the National Project 211. The university is one of the key universities supported by the National Project 985 during the Tenth Five-year Plan (2001-2005). It is also one of the first universities which has Graduate Schools and University Science Parks in China.The university is strongly featured with Aeronautics, Astronautics and Marine engi- neering base and supported by 3M (Material, Mechanics and Mechanical) engineering and 3C (Computer, Control and Communication) engineering technology.

The mission of Northwestern Polytechnic University is to provide advanced education for adult learners in order to cultivate growth and development in their professional and personal lives. NPU aims to bring qualified faculty who have active careers in high tech industries into contact with highly motivated students in a stimulating learning environment. NPU continually adapts its curricula to reflect the fast-paced, high tech environment. Currently NPU’s programs focus on computer and business disciplines, leading both to undergraduate and graduate degrees.

Foundation year:1938
Short name:NWPU
Type:Public
Students:27420
Faculty:2020
Faculty/Students Ratio:14:1
Region:Asia
Location:Xi’an, Shaanxi