Southern University of Science and Technology
(SUSTC)
About
About SUSTech
Southern University of Science and Technology (SUSTech) is a public university, founded in the lush hills of Nanshan District, Shenzhen. It is working towards becoming a world-class university excelling in interdisciplinary research, nurturing innovative talents and delivering new knowledge to the world.
An Engine for Economic Growth and Innovation
Throughout the entire faculty an...
About SUSTech
Southern University of Science and Technology (SUSTech) is a public university, founded in the lush hills of Nanshan District, Shenzhen. It is working towards becoming a world-class university excelling in interdisciplinary research, nurturing innovative talents and delivering new knowledge to the world.
An Engine for Economic Growth and Innovation
Throughout the entire faculty and staff, there is an inherent belief that curiosity drives learning and research, enabling the world to become a better place. By recognizing its responsibility as an engine for economic development, the university encourages entrepreneurial activities among its faculty and staff.With 26 academic programs now, and more commencing every year to meet the growing demands of future students, SUSTech offers an unparalleled learning and research experience, pushing at both the scientific and technological frontiers. With 690 faculty members, 4029 undergraduate students and 1352 graduate students for the 2018-19 academic year, you can be sure you will be working on something innovative and have your talents cultivated.
As one of China’s newest pioneering research universities, SUSTech is strong believers in the pairing of learning and research. Undergraduates and graduate students receive incredible opportunities to work alongside faculty to tackle and explore fundamental and practical problems of research. With Research, Innovation, and Entrepreneurship at the center of the university’s ethos, every student can find their way to stand out.
A Long-Term Vision
By 2020, an additional six academic colleges will be established, including the Medical School, the Business School and the College of Innovation and Entrepreneurship. Further to that, the university’s commitment to interdisciplinary research shall be enhanced by the establishment of 26 research centers.
With the vision of the leadership team and a globally trained faculty, SUSTech is resolute in its determination to fulfill its goal of being a world-class higher education research institution with broad societal impacts that advance science and technology in an increasingly global economy.
Ranking Overview
Ranked Top 200 worldwide across 4 major ranking systems
Ranked in 65 subject rankings
QS World University Rankings
Academic Ranking of World Universities
U.S. News Best Global Universities Rankings
Key Facts
- Students
- 8,193
- Student-Staff Ratio
- 9.6 : 1
- Int'l Students
- 1%
- Female : Male
- 27 : 73
Historical Trend
Longitudinal View
QS
ARWU
US News
Top Subjects
Best-performing areasSubject Rankings
Detailed breakdownUS News
26 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Condensed Matter Physics | 15 | 68.3 | 2026 |
| Water Resources | 15 | 68.3 | 2026 |
| Nanoscience and Nanotechnology | =17 | 68.3 | 2026 |
| Materials Science | =19 | 68.3 | 2026 |
| Chemistry | =34 | 68.3 | 2026 |
| Optics | 35 | 68.3 | 2026 |
| Chemical Engineering | 44 | 68.3 | 2026 |
| Artificial Intelligence | 48 | 68.3 | 2026 |
| Energy and Fuels | 53 | 68.3 | 2026 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 55 | 68.3 | 2026 |
| Electrical and Electronic Engineering | 57 | 68.3 | 2026 |
| Environment/Ecology | 64 | 68.3 | 2026 |
| Engineering | =65 | 68.3 | 2026 |
| Computer Science | =72 | 68.3 | 2026 |
| Civil Engineering | 78 | 68.3 | 2026 |
| Physics & Astronomy | 98 | 68.3 | 2026 |
| Cell Biology | 99 | 68.3 | 2026 |
| Geosciences | =112 | 68.3 | 2026 |
| Mathematics | =118 | 68.3 | 2026 |
| Microbiology | 138 | 68.3 | 2026 |
| Biology and Biochemistry | 167 | 68.3 | 2026 |
| Molecular Biology and Genetics | 171 | 68.3 | 2026 |
| Polymer Science | 190 | 68.3 | 2026 |
| Pharmacology and Toxicology | =353 | 68.3 | 2026 |
| Oncology | =363 | 68.3 | 2026 |
| Clinical Medicine | =500 | 68.3 | 2026 |
ARWU
37 subjectsTHE
6 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Science | 126–150 | 54.0 | 2026 |
| Engineering & Technology | 126–150 | 54.8 | 2026 |
| Life Sciences | 126–150 | 57.0 | 2026 |
| Physical Sciences | 126–150 | 56.7 | 2026 |
| Clinical & Health | 201–250 | 46.6 | 2026 |
| Business & Economics | 251–300 | 42.5 | 2026 |
QS
14 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Materials Science | 151-200 | - | 2026 |
| Physics & Astronomy | 151-200 | - | 2026 |
| Mechanical, Aeronautical & Manufacturing Engineering | 201-250 | - | 2026 |
| Chemistry | 201-250 | - | 2026 |
| Earth & Marine Sciences | 201-275 | - | 2025 |
| Mathematics | 201-250 | - | 2026 |
| Natural Sciences | =217 | 70.4 | 2026 |
| Computer Science | 301-350 | - | 2026 |
| Electrical & Electronic Engineering | 301-350 | - | 2026 |
| Biological Sciences | 301-350 | - | 2026 |
| Environmental Sciences | 351-400 | - | 2026 |
| Engineering & Technology | =376 | 62.9 | 2026 |
| Life Sciences & Medicine | 451-500 | - | 2026 |
| Medicine | 451-500 | - | 2026 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ranking of Southern University of Science and Technology?
Southern University of Science and Technology's performance in the latest university rankings: QS Rank 317, THE Rank =160, ARWU Rank 101-150, US News Rank 123.
When was Southern University of Science and Technology founded?
Southern University of Science and Technology was founded in 2009.
What are the top subjects at Southern University of Science and Technology?
Top subjects at Southern University of Science and Technology include: Condensed Matter Physics, Water Resources, Nanoscience and Nanotechnology, Artificial Intelligence, Materials Science.
Where is Southern University of Science and Technology located?
Southern University of Science and Technology is located in Shenzhen, China.