Overview
Founded 1931 as Radio School of the Central Military Commission in Ruijin.
Successively became CMC Radio and Communication School 1935, North China Military District Telecommunication Engineering Training School (Vocational College) 1948 (Hebei), China People's Revolution Military Affairs Transmission Engineering School 1949 (Hebei), moved to Xi'an and renamed China People Liberation Army Signal Corps College 1958, China People Liberation Army Telecommunications Engineering College 1960, North West Telecommunications Engineering College 1966. Moved to Xi’an 1958 and became a civilian institution 1966.
Acquired present status and title 1988. Part of "211 Project" universities.
Main administrative body: Ministry of Education
Location & Contact
Address, phone, email, and online links for Xidian University are listed below.
Academic Details
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Degrees
Also postdoctoral programmes
Bachelor's 7 programs
- Arts and Humanities
- Economics
- Engineering
- Information Sciences
- Management
- Mathematics and Computer Science
- Natural Sciences
Master's 25 programs
- Archiving
- Biomedical Engineering
- Business Administration
- Computer Engineering
- Computer Networks
- Economics
- Electrical Engineering
- Electronics and Automation
- Engineering Management
- Library Science
- Materials Engineering
- Mathematics
- Measurement and Precision Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Mechanics
- Modern Languages
- Optical Technology
- Philosophical Schools
- Philosophy
- Physical Education
- Physics
- Software Engineering
- Statistics
- Telecommunications Engineering
- Transport Engineering
Doctoral 14 programs
- Computer Networks
- Computer Science
- Electronic Engineering
- Electronics and Automation
- Engineering Management
- Materials Engineering
- Mathematics
- Measurement and Precision Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Military Science
- Optical Technology
- Physics
- Software Engineering
- Telecommunications Engineering
Faculties & Divisions
Xidian University's faculties, divisions, and subject specialisms are listed below.
Network and Continuing Education (College) 11 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Applied Chemistry
- Chinese
- Computer Engineering
- Economics
- Engineering Drawing and Design
- Finance
- Human Resources
- Information Sciences
- Literature
- Management
- Telecommunications Engineering
Computer Science and Technology (School) 5 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Computer Engineering
- Computer Graphics
- Computer Science
- Educational Technology
- Software Engineering
Economics and Management (School) 10 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Accountancy
- E-Business/Commerce
- Economics
- Finance
- Industrial Engineering
- Industrial Management
- Information Management
- Information Sciences
- Library Science
- Management
Electronic Engineering (School) 5 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Biomedical Engineering
- Electronic Engineering
- Electronics and Automation
- Information Technology
- Surveying and Mapping
Humanities and Arts (School) 22 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Aesthetics
- Applied Linguistics
- Art Education
- Arts and Humanities
- Business Administration
- Economics
- English
- Higher Education
- Human Resources
- Japanese
- Labour and Industrial Relations
- Linguistics
- Literature
- Management
- Marketing
- Modern Languages
- Physical Education
- Political Sciences
- Religious Studies
- Social Sciences
- Social Welfare
- Sports
International Education (School) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- English
Life Science and Technology (School) 3 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Biological and Life Sciences
- Biomedical Engineering
- Biotechnology
Mechatronics (School) 4 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Electronic Engineering
- Electronics and Automation
- Industrial Design
- Mechanical Engineering
Microelectronics (School) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Microelectronics
Science (School) 8 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Applied Chemistry
- Applied Mathematics
- Applied Physics
- Computer Science
- Information Sciences
- Information Technology
- Optics
- Radiophysics
Software Engineering (School) 1 subject offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Software Engineering
Technical Physics (School) 4 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Chemistry
- Materials Engineering
- Optical Technology
- Physics
Telecommunications Engineering (School) 4 subjects offered
Specialisations & Subjects
- Electronic Engineering
- Information Sciences
- Information Technology
- Telecommunications Engineering
Frequently Asked Questions about Xidian University
Quick answers to common questions about Xidian University.
In which city is Xidian University?
Xidian University is based in Xi'an, China.
What is Xidian University's control type?
It is a public higher-education institution.
How many students study at Xidian University?
Xidian University has approximately 35,277 students.
What is Xidian University's ranking?
It ranks THE 2026 #601-800.
Who recognises Xidian University?
Xidian University is accredited by Ministry of Education.
How do I find Xidian University online?
You can find Xidian University online at www.xidian.edu.cn.
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