Study destination · Shaanxi

Xi’an

An ancient capital with research and innovation

In northwestern China, Xi’an is an ancient capital with historical heritage and extensive university and research resources.

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City overview

An ancient capital with research and innovation

In northwestern China, Xi’an is an ancient capital with historical heritage and extensive university and research resources. Urban services and daily amenities offer international students varied cultural and everyday experiences.

Public transport is convenient, with shopping, dining and services around campuses. Explore historical culture and modern technology alongside your studies.

Climate: Four distinct seasons
Transport: Convenient public transport
Daily life: Well-developed urban services
Experience: Historical culture and modern technology

Education

Universities and programmes at different levels

Xi’an offers comprehensive, technical, medical, teacher-training and business universities. Choose programmes by qualification, teaching language, subject and personal goals.

Some universities offer teaching and research resources in engineering, aviation, computing, humanities. Explore Chinese- and English-taught programmes available to international students.

Universities: A range of university types and qualifications
Strengths: engineering, aviation, computing, humanities
Teaching language: Chinese- and English-taught programmes
Scholarships: Government and university scholarships

Career paths

Opportunities shaped by diverse industries and city development

Xi’an has industries including aerospace, electronic information, equipment manufacturing, culture and tourism, offering ways to learn about Chinese companies, industry development and working environments.

Subject to applicable rules, students can explore company visits, internships, university-industry projects and innovation. After graduation, consider your subject, language skills and relevant policies when planning work or further study.

Industries: aerospace, electronic information, equipment manufacturing, culture and tourism
Practice: Company visits, internships and innovation
Career support: Career guidance and alumni resources
Next steps: Career development or further study

Universities in Xi’an

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