Fudan University
Study at an elite institution in China's biggest city.
Quick Facts
Location: Shanghai, China
University Type: City
City Size: Metropolis
Climate: Subtropical - cold/mild winters and hot humid summers
Cost of living: Generally cheaper than Norwich (food and transport are cheaper while rent is slightly higher)
Local Language: Mandarin
Be Inspired: Check out the restaurant and traditional food available in Shanghai, it's sure to get your mouth-watering.
What's Unique: Shanghai is a blend of traditional and modern China. Within 60 miles of the city you can visit beautiful water cities.
Fudan University's Course Catalogue
WHY CHOOSE FUDAN
Fudan University is a major public research university in Shanghai, China, and was founded in 1905. It was granted the status of a private university in 1917. Today, Fudan has over 30,000 students, with international students comprising around 15% of all undergraduates. Fudan University is widely considered to be one of the most prestigious and selective universities in China and it's known for its liberal atmosphere and rigorous academics. Fudan University is an internationally highly ranked university, breaking into the Times Higher Education World Top 100 Universities for the first time in the 2021 rankings.
The university offers 70 undergraduate degree programmes across the arts, humanities and sciences, and prides itself on having an international outlook. The institution boasts global connections and exchange programmes with almost 200 overseas universities. Study abroad schemes are encouraged at Fudan, with 40% of undergraduates choosing to embark in international exchange.
The university takes a liberal arts approach to education, with an ethos based on the belief that academic study is most effective when combined with individual development of character, an understanding of different cultures and a teaching of independent research methods. To meet these ends, Fudan adopts an innovative teaching approach combining ideology and culture in lectures and conferences – many of which are broadcast publicly on the internet.
Outside the classroom, there are over 300 clubs and organisations for students to get involved in, with more than 2,000 club events taking place each month at Fudan.
Shanghai is one of the biggest cities in the world with a rich and fascinating history. There are endless neighbourhoods to discover, each with their own unique style and culture. Here you can explore the best architecture in the world, green parks, cheap food and discover traditional and modern China.
Contact us
Contact us via email: studyabroad@uea.ac.uk