All Levels
Chinese Government Scholarship (CSC)
Full tuition + housing + monthly stipend
South China University of Technology
Guangzhou, China
"South China's top engineering university, in Guangzhou"
At a Glance
Accept Rate
—
Avg Salary/Yr
—
Ranking
#377 (QS)
PSW VISA
N/A
About South China University of Technology
South China University of Technology (SCUT) was founded in Guangzhou in 1952 and took its current name in 1988. It is a public research university under the Ministry of Education and part of Project 985, Project 211 and the Double First-Class initiative. SCUT is strong in chemistry, materials, light industry engineering, architecture and computer science. Its main Wushan campus is in Tianhe, with the University Town and Guangzhou International campuses in Panyu.
Rankings & Recognition
#377
Ranked #377 in the QS World University Rankings 2026 (#342 in QS 2027).
Accreditations & Memberships
Project 985
Project 211
Double First-Class
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with South China University of Technology's global standing for that metric.
Academic Reputation
18.8#
Employer Reputation
20.8#
Faculty / Student
29.4#
Citations / Faculty
99.3#
Intl. Faculty
15.9#
Intl. Students
10.5#
Intl. Research Network
64.8#
Employment Outcomes
40.4#
Sustainability
50.1#
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Key Facts
1952
Founded
35,027
Total Students
2,551
International Students
3,360
Faculty
9%
International Staff
Popular Programs
Chemistry
Materials Science
Light Industry Engineering
Architecture
Computer Science
Civil Engineering
Application Details
Application Route
Online via SCUT admissions
Intakes
September
UG Deadline
30 June 2026
Standardized Test Requirements
| Test | Minimum Score |
|---|---|
|
IELTS (English-taught UG)
|
5.5 |
|
TOEFL iBT (English-taught UG)
|
68 |
|
Duolingo (English-taught UG)
|
100 |
|
IELTS (English-taught Master's)
|
6.0 (MBA 6.5) |
|
HSK (Chinese-taught UG)
|
HSK 4-5 (180+) |
Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
—
I-20 Processing
JW202 + X1 student visa
Post-Study Work
N/A
Green Card Pathway
N/A
Financials
Application Fee
—
Avg Scholarship
Full CSC scholarship
Career Outcomes
40%
Placement Ratio
N/A
Post-Study Work
Where Graduates Land
Faculty & Alumni
Academic Staff — 3,360
International Staff — 9%
—
Notable Alumni
Robin Zeng (CATL founder)
Li Dongsheng (TCL chairman)
Campus & Location
SCUT's main Wushan campus is at 381 Wushan Road in Tianhe, Guangzhou. The University Town and Guangzhou International campuses are in Panyu.
Campus Details
3
Guangzhou campuses
3360
faculty
2551
international students
Campus Forecast
Warmest (Jul): 26 to 33 C
Coldest (Jan): 11 to 19 C
Climate: Humid subtropical
Student Life & Housing
Housing
On-campus dorms: International student housing
Dining
Campus canteens: Chinese and halal food
Health & Wellness
Campus clinic: Basic care on site
Activities & Clubs
Student clubs
Sports teams
Cultural festivals
Diversity & Demographics
Total Students
35,027
International Students
2,551
Undergraduate
61%
Postgraduate
39%
Cost Deep-Dive
Tuition - Bachelor's
approx. CNY 17,600-24,000 / year
Tuition - Master's
approx. CNY 21,600-24,000 / year
Tuition - International MBA
approx. CNY 44,500 / year
Tuition - PhD
approx. CNY 28,000-29,600 / year
Intakes & Deadlines
SCUT admits degree students in September. Bachelor's applications for 2026 close on 30 June; the SCUT Excellence Scholarship usually opens on 1 March.
Scholarships at South China University of Technology
2 scholarships available
All Levels
SCUT International Student Scholarship for Excellence
Full or partial tuition waiver
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
High-school diploma; IELTS 5.5 / TOEFL 68 / Duolingo 100 / HSK 4-5
Postgraduate
Bachelor's/master's; IELTS 6.0 (MBA 6.5) for English-taught
English Proficiency
IELTS (English-taught UG)
TOEFL iBT (English-taught UG)
Duolingo (English-taught UG)
IELTS (English-taught Master's)
6.0 (MBA 6.5)HSK (Chinese-taught UG)
HSK 4-5 (180+)Required Documents
Passport copy
Highest degree certificate
Academic transcripts
Study / research plan
Two recommendation letters
Language certificate (HSK / IELTS / TOEFL)
Physical examination form
Non-criminal record
Application fee receipt
Application Process
1
Choose programme
Check the programme list on the SCUT admissions portal.
2
Apply online
Register on the SCUT admissions portal and fill in the application form.
3
Upload & pay
Upload your documents and pay the application application fee.
4
Review
The school reviews your file; some hold an interview or test.
5
Admission & visa
Get the admission letter and JW202, then apply for an X1 visa.
6
Arrive & register
Register on campus and get your residence permit within 30 days.
Campus & Location
SCUT's main Wushan campus is at 381 Wushan Road in Tianhe, Guangzhou. The University Town and Guangzhou International campuses are in Panyu.
Bachelor's
2
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Bachelor's
Computer Science and Technology
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Bachelor's
Civil Engineering
Master's
2
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Master's
Electrical and Computer Engineering
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Master's
International MBA
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