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South China Normal University
(SCNU)
About
South China Normal University (SCNU) is a provincial public normal university in Guangzhou, Guangdong, China. It is affiliated with the Province of Guangdong, and co-sponsored by the provincial government and the Ministry of Education. The university is part of the Double First-Class Construction and Project 211.
Ranking Overview
Ranked Top 401 worldwide across 3 major ranking systems
Ranked in 42 subject rankings
QS World University Rankings
Times Higher Education World University Rankings
Academic Ranking of World Universities
U.S. News Best Global Universities Rankings
Key Facts
- Students
- 36,468
- Student-Staff Ratio
- 19.9 : 1
- Int'l Students
- 4%
Historical Trend
Longitudinal View
THE
ARWU
US News
Top Subjects
Best-performing areasSubject Rankings
Detailed breakdownARWU
20 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Hospitality & Tourism Management | 51-75 | - | 2025 |
| Chemical Engineering | 101-150 | - | 2025 |
| Nanoscience & Nanotechnology | 101-150 | - | 2025 |
| Physics & Astronomy | 151-200 | - | 2025 |
| Chemistry | 151-200 | - | 2025 |
| Materials Science | 151-200 | - | 2025 |
| Energy Science & Engineering | 151-200 | - | 2025 |
| Environmental Sciences | 151-200 | - | 2025 |
| Telecommunication Engineering | 201-300 | - | 2021 |
| Water Resources | 201-300 | - | 2025 |
| Veterinary Science | 201-300 | - | 2022 |
| Education & Training | 201-300 | - | 2025 |
| Mathematics | 301-400 | - | 2025 |
| Biotechnology | 301-400 | - | 2025 |
| Medical Technology | 301-400 | - | 2019 |
| Psychology | 301-400 | - | 2025 |
| Ecology | 401-500 | - | 2024 |
| Electrical & Electronic Engineering | 401-500 | - | 2022 |
| Agricultural Sciences | 401-500 | - | 2025 |
| Pharmacy & Pharmacology | 401-500 | - | 2023 |
US News
21 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Optics | 83 | 51.4 | 2026 |
| Condensed Matter Physics | 95 | 51.4 | 2026 |
| Environmental Engineering | 101 | 51.4 | 2026 |
| Nanoscience and Nanotechnology | =102 | 51.4 | 2026 |
| Physical Chemistry | 103 | 51.4 | 2026 |
| Chemical Engineering | 114 | 51.4 | 2026 |
| Materials Science | =166 | 51.4 | 2026 |
| Psychiatry/Psychology | 192 | 51.4 | 2026 |
| Chemistry | =200 | 51.4 | 2026 |
| Energy and Fuels | 217 | 51.4 | 2026 |
| Artificial Intelligence | 247 | 51.4 | 2026 |
| Mathematics | =306 | 51.4 | 2026 |
| Environment/Ecology | =329 | 51.4 | 2026 |
| Physics & Astronomy | =362 | 51.4 | 2026 |
| Social Sciences and Public Health | 441 | 51.4 | 2026 |
| Neuroscience and Behavior | =475 | 51.4 | 2026 |
| Plant and Animal Science | =482 | 51.4 | 2026 |
| Electrical and Electronic Engineering | =585 | 51.4 | 2026 |
| Biology and Biochemistry | =663 | 51.4 | 2026 |
| Engineering | =685 | 51.4 | 2026 |
| Computer Science | =703 | 51.4 | 2026 |
THE
9 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Education & Training | 176–200 | 46.7 | 2026 |
| Engineering & Technology | 301–400 | 41.5 | 2026 |
| Psychology | 301–400 | 38.3 | 2026 |
| Life Sciences | 401–500 | 38.8 | 2026 |
| Physical Sciences | 501–600 | 37.4 | 2026 |
| Social Sciences | 601–800 | 26.6 | 2026 |
| Business & Economics | 601–800 | 28.8 | 2026 |
| Arts & Humanities | 601–800 | 16.8 | 2026 |
| Computer Science | 801–1000 | 23.4 | 2026 |
QS
1 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Environmental Sciences | 501-550 | - | 2025 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ranking of South China Normal University?
South China Normal University's performance in the latest university rankings: THE Rank 601–800, ARWU Rank 401-500, US News Rank =533.
When was South China Normal University founded?
South China Normal University was founded in 1933.
What are the top subjects at South China Normal University?
Top subjects at South China Normal University include: Hospitality & Tourism Management, Optics, Condensed Matter Physics, Chemical Engineering, Nanoscience & Nanotechnology.
Where is South China Normal University located?
South China Normal University is located in Guangzhou, China.