Northwest University
China • World Rank #756
Overview
Based in Xi'an, China, Northwest University is a public institution that functions as a higher-education provider within China.
Academically, Northwest University delivers teaching across bachelor's through doctoral programmes. Its institutional structure includes numerous faculties and schools and runs a catalogue of active programmes across multiple disciplines.
Institutional scale at Northwest University centres on 25,000 students, organised across faculties and academic units. Its campus environment provides the daily context for academic and student life.
Northwest University occupies position #756 globally and #140 within China. The institution participates in China's academic ecosystem alongside other higher-education providers.
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Academic Details
Below: the academic-side numbers and recognition that shape Northwest University's reputation. Recognition and accreditation are distinct — recognition is government-level, accreditation programme-specific.
Degrees
Also professional Master's degrees; postdoctoral programs
Bachelor's 6 programs
Bachelor's programmes build foundational expertise, preparing graduates for entry-level professional roles and further postgraduate study.
- Arts and Humanities
- Economics
- Engineering
- Management
- Natural Sciences
- Social Sciences
Master's 82 programs
Master's programmes develop advanced specialised expertise, suited to senior industry positions and applied research.
- Accountancy
- Administration
- Administrative Law
- Analytical Chemistry
- Applied Chemistry
- Applied Linguistics
- Archiving
- Art Criticism
- Biochemistry
- Bioengineering
- Botany
- Business Administration
- Cell Biology
- Chemical Engineering
- Chinese
- Cinema and Television
- Civil Law
- Commercial Law
- Communication Arts
- Comparative Literature
- Constitutional Law
- Demography and Population
- Ecology
- Educational Administration
- Electronic Engineering
- Embryology and Reproduction Biology
- English
- Environmental Engineering
- Environmental Studies
- Ethics
- Finance
- Fine Arts
- Food Science
- Foreigners Education
- Genetics
- Geography (Human)
- Geological Engineering
- Geology
- Heritage Preservation
- History
- Industrial Chemistry
- Industrial and Production Economics
- Information Technology
- Inorganic Chemistry
- International Business
- International Law
- Japanese
- Journalism
- Law
- Library Science
- Literature
- Materials Engineering
- Mathematics
- Microbiology
- Microelectronics
- Microwaves
- Mineralogy
- Molecular Biology
- Neurosciences
- Optical Technology
- Optics
- Organic Chemistry
- Paleontology
- Petroleum and Gas Engineering
- Petrology
- Pharmacy
- Philosophy
- Physics
- Private Administration
- Psychology
- Public Administration
- Religious Studies
- Rural Planning
- Social Policy
- Social Work
- Software Engineering
- Statistics
- Theatre
- Tourism
- Town Planning
- Traditional Eastern Medicine
- Zoology
Doctoral 38 programs
Doctoral programmes train independent researchers, leading to academic, scientific, and senior advisory careers.
- Analytical Chemistry
- Applied Chemistry
- Archaeology
- Art Criticism
- Biochemistry
- Business Administration
- Cell Biology
- Chemical Engineering
- Chinese
- Cinema and Television
- Communication Arts
- Comparative Literature
- Computer Science
- Ecology
- Economics
- Genetics
- Geography
- Geological Engineering
- Heritage Preservation
- History
- Industrial Chemistry
- Inorganic Chemistry
- Literature
- Mathematics
- Microbiology
- Mineralogy
- Molecular Biology
- Neurosciences
- Optics
- Organic Chemistry
- Pharmacy
- Philosophical Schools
- Physics
- Public Administration
- Software Engineering
- Statistics
- Traditional Eastern Medicine
- Zoology
Faculties & Divisions
Northwest University's schools and divisions, plus their subject expertise. Joint applications across departments are possible at some institutions for interdisciplinary degrees.
Applied Social Sciences (Department/Division) 4 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Finance
- Philosophy
- Social Sciences
- Social Work
Common Career Paths
- Researcher
- Policy Analyst
- Social Worker
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Chemistry (Department/Division) 2 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Applied Chemistry
- Chemistry
Common Career Paths
- Chemist
- Lab Researcher
- Quality Control Specialist
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Computer Science (Department/Division) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Computer Science
Common Career Paths
- Software Engineer
- Data Scientist
- Systems Analyst
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Electronic Science (Department/Division) 2 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Electronic Engineering
- Information Technology
Common Career Paths
- Research Scientist
- Lab Technician
- Analyst
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Environmental Science (Department/Division) 2 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Environmental Engineering
- Environmental Studies
Common Career Paths
- Environmental Consultant
- Sustainability Officer
- Climate Analyst
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Geology (Department/Division) 2 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Geochemistry
- Geology
Mathematics (Department/Division) 3 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Applied Mathematics
- Information Sciences
- Mathematics
Common Career Paths
- Data Analyst
- Statistician
- Actuary
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Physics (Department/Division) 2 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Applied Physics
- Physics
Common Career Paths
- Physicist
- Research Scientist
- Data Analyst
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Urban Studies and Resource Science (Department/Division) 4 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Environmental Management
- Rural Planning
- Town Planning
- Urban Studies
Common Career Paths
- Research Scientist
- Lab Technician
- Analyst
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Adult Education (School) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Adult Education
Common Career Paths
- Teacher
- Educational Administrator
- Curriculum Specialist
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Arts (School) 6 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Chinese
- Design
- Film
- Literature
- Mass Communication
- Radio and Television Broadcasting
Chemical Engineering (School) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Chemical Engineering
Common Career Paths
- Process Engineer
- Plant Manager
- Materials Specialist
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Culture and Museology (School) 4 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Archaeology
- Cultural Studies
- History
- Museum Studies
Economics and Management (School) 6 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Accountancy
- Business Administration
- Business and Commerce
- Economics
- Management
- Tourism
Common Career Paths
- Operations Manager
- Project Manager
- HR Manager
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Foreign Languages (School) 2 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- English
- Japanese
Common Career Paths
- Translator
- Interpreter
- Language Teacher
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
International Cultural Exchange (School) Faculty details available
Specialisations & Subjects
No specified subjects listed.
Journalism and Mass Communication (School) 3 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Advertising and Publicity
- Journalism
- Mass Communication
Common Career Paths
- Journalist
- Public Relations Specialist
- Content Strategist
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Law (School) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Law
Common Career Paths
- Lawyer
- Legal Consultant
- Compliance Officer
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Life Sciences (School) 2 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Biological and Life Sciences
- Biotechnology
Common Career Paths
- Research Scientist
- Lab Technician
- Analyst
Illustrative career directions for this field; specific outcomes depend on programme and student choices.
Public Administration (School) 3 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Archiving
- Library Science
- Public Administration
Programs Offered
Northwest University's programme finder filters by name across all degree levels. Departmental admissions criteria sometimes differ from institutional minimums — verify against the programme page before relying on either.
Bachelor's Degree
92 programmes
Northwest University's 92 programmes at this tier lead to a bachelor's qualification, the first full degree most students pursue and the usual prerequisite for master's-level entry.
History (Elite Class) 历史学（基地班） History
Labor and Social Security 劳动与社会保障 Social & Cultural Studies
Journalism 新闻学 Media Studies & Mass Media
Japanese Language 日语 Linguistics & Language Studies
Internet of Things Engineering 物联网工程 Electronics
International Economics and Trade (Global Silk Road Cooperation) 国际经济与贸易（全球丝路合作发展方向） Economics
Intellectual Property 知识产权 Law
Information and Computing Science (Network Security Lab) 信息与计算科学（网络安全实验班） Information Systems & Technology
Information Management and Information Systems (Data Science & Intelligent Management) 信息管理与信息系统（数据科学与智能管理方向） Data Science & Analytics
Human Resource Management 人力资源管理 Human Resource Management
Human Geography and Urban-Rural Planning 人文地理与城乡规划 Geography
History (Hou Wailu Class) 历史学(侯外庐班) History
Law 法学 Law
Geology (National Elite Student Cultivation Base) 地质学（国家拔尖学生培养基地） Earth Sciences & Geology
Geology (Elite Class) 地质学（基地班） Earth Sciences & Geology
Geological Engineering 地质工程 Earth Sciences & Geology
Geoinformation Science and Technology 地球信息科学与技术 General Engineering
Geographic Information Science 地理信息科学 Visual Arts
Food Science and Engineering 食品科学与工程 Food Science
Fine Arts 美术学 Visual Arts
Financial Mathematics 金融数学 Mathematics
Finance (Intelligent Finance Lab) 金融学（开源证券智能金融实验班） Finance, Banking & Insurance
Environmental Science 环境科学 Environmental Sciences
Photoelectric Information Science and Engineering 光电信息科学与工程 Electrical Engineering
World History 世界史 History
Urban and Rural Planning (Territorial Spatial Planning) 城乡规划（国土空间规划） Aerospace & Automotive Engineering
Software Engineering 软件工程 Software Engineering
Social Work 社会工作 Social Work
Russian Language 俄语 Linguistics & Language Studies
Resource Exploration Engineering 资源勘查工程 General Engineering
Radio, Film and Television Directing 广播电视编导 Media Studies & Mass Media
Public Administration 行政管理 Public Administration
Process Equipment and Control Engineering 过程装备与控制工程 Law
Physics of Materials 材料物理 Physics & Astronomy
Physics (Elite Class) 物理学(基地班) Physics & Astronomy
Environmental Engineering 环境工程 Environmental Engineering
Philosophy 哲学 Philosophy & Ethics
Pharmacy 药学 Pharmacy
Pharmaceutical Engineering 制药工程 Pharmacy
Network and New Media (Intelligent Communication) 网络与新媒体（智能传播方向） Communication Studies
Network and New Media (Digital Media Advertising) 网络与新媒体（数媒广告方向） Advertising & Digital Marketing
Natural Geography and Resource Management 自然地理与资源环境 Business & Management
Microelectronics Science and Engineering 微电子科学与工程 Robotics & Automation
Mathematics and Applied Mathematics (Xiong Qinglai Class) 数学与应用数学（熊庆来班） Mathematics
Mathematics and Applied Mathematics 数学与应用数学 Mathematics
Law (International Legal Practice Lab) 法学（涉外法治实验班） Law
English Language (Regional and Country Studies Lab) 英语（区域国别实验班） English Language Studies
English Language 英语 English Language Studies
Energy Chemical Engineering 能源化学工程 General Engineering
Emergency Management 应急管理 Emergency & Disaster Management
Electronic Science and Technology 电子科学与技术 Robotics & Automation
Chemistry (National Elite Student Cultivation Base) 化学（国家基础学科拔尖学生培养基地） Chemistry
Animation 动画 Film & Animation
Chemistry (Elite Class) 化学(基地班) Chemistry
Chemistry 化学 Chemistry
Chemical Engineering and Technology 化学工程与工艺 Chemistry
Chemical Biology 化学生物学 Biological Sciences
Business Administration (Intelligent Business Management) 工商管理（智能商务管理方向） Business Administration
Broadcasting and Hosting Arts 播音与主持艺术 Media Studies & Mass Media
Biotechnology (Life Science and Technology Elite Class) 生物技术（生命科学与技术基地班） Biotechnology
Biomedical Science 生物医学科学 Biomedical & Laboratory Sciences
Biological Science (Elite Class) 生物科学（基地班） Biological Sciences
Biological Science (BGI Innovation Class) 生物科学（华大创新班） Biological Sciences
Bioengineering 生物工程 General Engineering
Artificial Intelligence Science and Technology (Chinese-Foreign Collaboration) 智能科学与技术（中外合作办学） Linguistics & Language Studies
Artificial Intelligence Science and Technology 智能科学与技术 AI & Machine Learning
Archival Science 档案学 Library Science
Archaeology 考古学 Archaeology
Applied Statistics 应用统计学 Applied Mathematics & Statistics
Applied Physics 应用物理学 Physics & Astronomy
Applied Chemistry 应用化学 Chemistry
Accounting 会计学 Accounting
Cultural Heritage Conservation and Restoration Technology 文物保护技术 Archaeology
Electronic Information Engineering 电子信息工程 Robotics & Automation
Economics (National Elite Student Cultivation Base) 经济学（国家基础学科拔尖学生培养基地） Economics
Economics (Mathematical Economics Lab) 经济学（数理经济实验班） Economics
Economics (Elite Class) 经济学（基地班） Economics
Economic Statistics (Data Technology Application Lab) 经济统计学（数据技术应用实验班） Economics
Drama, Film and Television Literature 戏剧影视文学 Performing Arts
Digital Media Art 数字媒体艺术 Media Studies & Mass Media
Dentistry (5-Year) 口腔医学（五年制） Dentistry
Cultural Relics and Museum Studies 文物与博物馆学
Chemistry of Materials 材料化学 Chemistry
Computer Science and Technology (AI Lab) 计算机科学与技术(人工智能实验班) Computer Sciences
Computer Science and Technology 计算机科学与技术 Computer Sciences
Communication Engineering 通信工程 Communication Studies
Clinical Medicine (5-Year) 临床医学（五年制） Medicine
Chinese-British Collaboration - Electronic Information Science and Technology 中英合作办学项目-电子信息科学与技术 Linguistics & Language Studies
Chinese Pharmacy 中药学 Linguistics & Language Studies
Chinese Language and Literature (Creative Writing) 汉语言文学(创意写作) Linguistics & Language Studies
Chinese Language and Literature 汉语言文学 Linguistics & Language Studies
Chinese Language Education for International Students 汉语国际教育 Linguistics & Language Studies
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How to apply to Northwest University
The standard application path for Northwest University, broken into five practical steps with the documents and channels you will need at each stage.
- 1 Research programmes at Northwest University
Northwest University's catalogue includes 92 programmes. Browse by level, identify candidates matching your prior qualifications, and note their entry requirements for the next step.
- 2 Review admissions criteria
Entry requirements vary by programme and degree level. Verify academic minimums, language tests (if international), and any additional documents required for Northwest University's admissions process.
- 3 Gather supporting documents
Typical documents include academic transcripts, identity proof (passport or national ID), language proficiency test scores, a personal statement or motivation letter, and recommendation letters. International applicants should account for translation and notarisation time.
- 4 Lodge your application
Submit your completed application through Northwest University's official website at www.nwu.edu.cn. Most institutions use an online portal — register an account, complete the application form, and upload your prepared documents. Keep copies of all submissions and confirmation receipts.
- 5 Confirm receipt and track progress
Follow up to confirm your application was received and is being processed. Reach the institution by phone at 61011602000427. Admissions teams may request interviews or additional documents — respond promptly to keep your application active.
Frequently Asked Questions about Northwest University
Concise answers to the most-searched questions about Northwest University, useful as a quick orientation before exploring the rest of the profile.
Where can I find Northwest University?
The institution is located in Xi'an, China.
Is Northwest University a public or private institution?
It is a public higher-education institution.
How many students does Northwest University have?
The institution has a student body of 25,000.
How is Northwest University ranked?
Northwest University holds rank #756 globally and #140 in China.
What programmes are available at Northwest University?
Programmes at Northwest University cover bachelor's, master's and doctoral programmes.
Is Northwest University officially recognised?
Yes, Northwest University is recognised by Ministry of Education.
Where can I learn more about Northwest University?
Northwest University's official website is www.nwu.edu.cn.
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