Shanghai Jiao Tong University
Shanghai, China • Founded 1896 • QS 2027 #36
Updated May 2026 · Source: sjtu.edu.cn
Overview
Founded in 1896, the Shanghai Jiao Tong University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the large metropolis of Shanghai (population range of over 5,000,000 inhabitants).
Officially recognized by the Shanghai Municipal Education Commission, Shanghai Jiao Tong University (SJTU) is a very large-sized coeducational Chinese higher education institution. Shanghai Jiao Tong University (SJTU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study.
This 128-year-old Chinese higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment.
SJTU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.
Location & Contact
Find Shanghai Jiao Tong University on the map and its contact channels below.
Academic Details
Scale, staffing, and recognition figures for Shanghai Jiao Tong University are listed below.
Academic Structures
The faculties, schools, and constituent units that make up Shanghai Jiao Tong University are listed below.
Unit 20 items
- Graduate School
- School of Agriculture and Biology
- School of Chemistry and Chemical Technology
- School of Economics and Management
- School of Electronic, Information and Electrical Engineering
- School of Environmental Science and Engineering
- School of Foreign Languages
- School of Humanities
- School of Information Security Engineering
- School of International and Public Affairs
- School of Law
- School of Life Science and biotechnology
- School of Materials Science and Engineering
- School of Mechanical Engineering
- School of Media and Design
- School of Medical
- School of Micro-electronics
- School of Naval Architecture, Ocean and Civil Engineering
- School of Pharmaceutics
- School of Software Engineering
Degrees
Also postdoctoral programmes
Bachelor's 7 programs
- Arts and Humanities
- Economics
- Education
- Engineering
- Management
- Natural Sciences
- Pharmacy
Master's 35 programs
- Aeronautical and Aerospace Engineering
- Architecture
- Bioengineering
- Biology
- Biomedical Engineering
- Business Administration
- Chinese
- Civil Engineering
- Communication Arts
- Computer Science
- Design
- Electrical Engineering
- Electronic Engineering
- Electronics and Automation
- Environmental Studies
- Finance
- History
- Industrial Design
- Information Sciences
- Journalism
- Landscape Architecture
- Law
- Literature
- Marine Science and Oceanography
- Materials Engineering
- Measurement and Precision Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Mechanics
- Naval Architecture
- Philosophy
- Political Sciences
- Power Engineering
- Telecommunications Engineering
- Thermal Physics
- Transport Engineering
Doctoral 8 programs
- Civil Engineering
- Marine Science and Oceanography
- Mechanical Engineering
- Mechanics
- Naval Architecture
- Nuclear Physics
- Power Engineering
- Thermal Physics
Faculties & Divisions
All faculties operate under Shanghai Municipal Education Commission.
Economics and Management Antai (College) 6 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Accountancy
- Business Administration
- Economics
- Finance
- International Business
- Management
Physical Education (Department/Division) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Physical Education
Aeronautics and Astronautics (School) 2 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Aeronautical and Aerospace Engineering
- Astronomy and Space Science
Agriculture and Biology (School) 5 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Agriculture
- Biology
- Biotechnology
- Environmental Studies
- Zoology
Biomedical Engineering (School) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Biomedical Engineering
Chemistry and Chemical Engineering (School) 5 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Applied Chemistry
- Chemical Engineering
- Chemistry
- Materials Engineering
- Polymer and Plastics Technology
China Europe International Business (School) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- International Business
Civil Engineering and Mechanics (School) Faculty details available
Specialisations & Subjects
No specified subjects listed.
Continuing Education (School) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Continuing Education
Design (School) 6 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Architecture
- Design
- Graphic Design
- Industrial Design
- Landscape Architecture
- Media Studies
Electronic, Information and Electrical Engineering (School) 8 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Computer Networks
- Computer Science
- Electronic Engineering
- Electronics and Automation
- Engineering
- Information Technology
- Microelectronics
- Software Engineering
Entrepreneurship and Innovation (School) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Business Administration
Environmental Sciences and Engineering (School) 2 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Environmental Engineering
- Environmental Studies
Foreign Languages (School) 3 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- English
- German
- Japanese
Humanities (School) 3 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Chinese
- Foreigners Education
- Literature
International and Public Affairs (School) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Public Administration
International Education (School) Faculty details available
Specialisations & Subjects
No specified subjects listed.
Koguan Law (School) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Law
Life Sciences and Biotechnology (School) 2 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Biological and Life Sciences
- Biotechnology
Management (School) 5 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Accountancy
- Finance
- Hotel Management
- Industrial Management
- Management
Marxism (School) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Political Sciences
Materials Science and Engineering (School) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Materials Engineering
Mechanical Engineering (School) 6 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Electronics and Automation
- Energy Engineering
- Industrial Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Nuclear Engineering
- Power Engineering
Media and Communication (School) 5 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Cinema and Television
- Communication Arts
- Film
- Journalism
- Management
Medicine (School) 2 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Medicine
- Stomatology
Natural Sciences (School) 8 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Bioengineering
- Biotechnology
- Chemistry
- Environmental Studies
- Food Science
- Landscape Architecture
- Pharmacy
- Zoology
Naval Architecture,Ocean and Civil Engineering (School) 5 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Civil Engineering
- Marine Engineering
- Mechanics
- Naval Architecture
- Transport Management
Pharmacy (School) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Pharmacy
Sciences (School) 4 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Applied Mathematics
- Applied Physics
- Astronomy and Space Science
- Mathematics
Frequently Asked Questions about Shanghai Jiao Tong University
Quick answers to common questions about Shanghai Jiao Tong University.
How old is Shanghai Jiao Tong University?
The institution opened in 1896 (approximately 130 years ago).
Where is Shanghai Jiao Tong University located?
Shanghai Jiao Tong University is located in Shanghai, China.
Is Shanghai Jiao Tong University public or private?
Shanghai Jiao Tong University is a public institution.
What is the student enrolment at Shanghai Jiao Tong University?
Student enrolment at Shanghai Jiao Tong University is around 47,000.
How is Shanghai Jiao Tong University ranked?
It ranks QS 2027 #36.
How is Shanghai Jiao Tong University organised academically?
The institution comprises 20 academic units.
Is Shanghai Jiao Tong University accredited?
The institution holds recognition from Ministry of Education.
How do I find Shanghai Jiao Tong University online?
You can find Shanghai Jiao Tong University online at www.sjtu.edu.cn.
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