Shanxi University of Science and Technology

Under the direct administration of Education Department of Shaanxi Province, Shaanxi University of Science and Technology is one of the multi-disciplinary key public universities specializing in science, technology and engineering. Founded in Beijing in 1958, when Beijing Institute of Light Industry was named and when it was under the administration of State Ministry of Light Industry, the University was the first institution of higher learning in light industry. The University was renamed Northwest Institute of Light Industry since moved to Xianyang City in Shaanxi Province in 1970 and was identified as one of 88 key universities by State Council in 1978. Approved in 2002 by Ministry of Education, the University was renamed Shaanxi University of Science and Technology, and in 2007, it was moved to the new campus in Xi’an, Shaanxi Province, one of world-renowned historical and cultural ancient capitals. Located in the north of Xi’an, SUST covers an area of 134 hectares. About 2.6km from Xi’an Xianyang International Airport and about 3 km from Xi’an station of high-speed railway, SUST enjoys a unique geographical location. Learn More >>