Zhejiang Sci-Tech University

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ARWU World	501-600 (2025)

Zhejiang Sci-Tech University
浙江理工大学
Other name	ZSTU
Former names	Sericultural Academy ; (1897–1908) ; Zhejiang Institute of Silk Textiles (1964–1999) ; Zhejiang Institute of Science and Technology (1999–2004)
Motto	厚德致远，博学敦行
Motto in English	Virtue Leads to Greatness, Knowledge Inspires Action
Type	Public
Established	1897; 128 years ago
Founder	Lin Qi (林启)
Academic affiliation	Yangtze River Delta Alliance of High-level Distinctive Universities
President	Chen Wenxing (陈文兴)
Academic staff	~2,700
Students	~34,000 (2024)
Undergraduates	~26,000 (2024)
Postgraduates	~6,500 (2024)
Doctoral students	~1,200 (2024)
Other students	~1,300 (2024)
Address	928 Second Avenue, Xiasha Higher Education Park, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, 310018, China
Campus	Urban, 358 acres (145 ha)
Academic term	Semester
Website	admission.zstu.edu.cn/En

Zhejiang Sci-Tech University (ZSTU; simplified Chinese: 浙江理工大学; traditional Chinese: 浙江理工大學; pinyin: Zhèjiāng lǐgōng dàxué) is a public, comprehensive, research university located in Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China. ZSTU has a long history and strong reputation, particularly in science, engineering, textiles, fashion design, and technology-related fields, with engineering being its main focus. The university also offers programs in humanities (arts), economics, education, management, law and other disciplines.

ZSTU is run jointly by the Zhejiang Provincial Government as the main administrative body and the Ministry of Education (MoE) of China which recognizes it as a key provincial university. The university is also a member of the Yangtze River Delta Alliance of High-level Distinctive Universities.

History

The history of ZSTU dates back to the Sericultural Academy, which was founded in 1897 by Lin Qi, governor of Hangzhou prefecture then, with the noble ambition to save the nation by engaging in industry and education, and was one of the earliest modern educational institutions in China.^[1]^[2]

In 1908, the Silkworm School was imperialistically promoted by the royal court of the Qing Dynasty to be Advanced Academy of Sericulture and Mulberry owing to its outstanding schooling achievements. The period of turmoil and chaos, from the Revolution of 1911 until the founding of the People’s Republic of China, witnessed the changes of the names and locations of the institution for several times. However, no matter what hardships it underwent, it never gave up its commitment to schooling. After the founding of the PRC in 1949, the academic institution kept forging ahead and composed grand new chapters of its history.

The school began its enrollment of undergraduate students in 1959, and in 1964, the State Council named it Zhejiang Silk Engineering College. In 1979, it started to offer postgraduate programs and was authorized to confer master’s degrees in 1983. In 1995, it started to offer PhD programs in collaboration with Zhejiang University. The same year saw the first international enrollments and the enrollment of students from Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan. In April 1999, the institution changed its name from Zhejiang Institute of Silk Textile to Zhejiang Institute of Science and Technology (ZIST). In 2001, it was granted the right to confer master's degrees to engineering students. In 2003, it was approved as an institution qualified to provide joint PhD programs. In May 2004, ZIST was renamed to Zhejiang Sci-Tech University (ZSTU). In 2006, ZSTU got the right to confer Doctoral degree. In 2010, with the approval of MoE, ZSTU began to be qualified to recommend excellent fresh undergraduates to take master’s degree programs free of examination. In 2017, ZSTU was listed among the Zhejiang Provincial Key Construction Higher Educational Institutions.

Campuses

Zhejiang Sci-Tech University (ZSTU) has multiple campuses in Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, each serving different academic and research functions.

Main Campus (Xiasha Campus)

The Main Campus (Xiasha Campus) of Zhejiang Sci-Tech University (ZSTU) is located in Hangzhou's Xiasha Higher Education Zone and serves as the university's largest and most modern campus. As the academic heart of ZSTU, it hosts the majority of undergraduate and graduate programs, along with the university administration, main library with over 2 million volumes specializing in textiles, engineering and design, and key research laboratories. The campus boasts state-of-the-art facilities, including smart classrooms, advanced engineering labs, a dedicated textile innovation center, and specialized fashion design studios with advanced workshops for students.

Reflecting ZSTU's commitment to innovation and entrepreneurship, the campus also features the ZSTU Science Park which supports student startups and tech enterprises. Students enjoy a vibrant campus life with amenities such as a sports complex, dormitories, diverse cafeterias, and a scenic lakefront area for relaxation and activities. Combining cutting-edge infrastructure with a dynamic learning environment, the Xiasha Campus embodies ZSTU's commitment to academic excellence and innovation.

Downtown Campus (Wenyi Road Campus)

The Downtown Campus (Wenyi Road Campus) of Zhejiang Sci-Tech University (ZSTU) is situated in Hangzhou's Xihu District, near the city center. This campus holds historical significance as part of the original university and today primarily hosts adult education programs, executive training courses, and postgraduate programs. Its proximity to Hangzhou's fashion and business districts provides valuable opportunities for design and MBA students to engage with industry.

The campus features several notable facilities, including the Textile History Museum, which highlights ZSTU's rich legacy in silk and textile research, and the Executive Education Center, dedicated to professional development courses. Combining historic charm with modern professional education, the Wenyi Road Campus serves as an important bridge between the university and Hangzhou's business community.

Linping Campus (Newly Developed)

The Linping Campus, ZSTU's newly developed site in Hangzhou's Linping District, represents the university's forward-looking vision for advanced research and technological innovation. Designed as a hub for industry-academia collaboration, this modern campus houses cutting-edge facilities including high-tech laboratories, robotics centers, and AI research institutes, aligning with Hangzhou's strategic expansion of science and technology education.

Among its standout features are the Smart Manufacturing Lab—developed in partnership with leading tech companies like Hikvision—and specially designed International Student Dormitories that provide enhanced accommodations for overseas scholars. As ZSTU's premier research-oriented campus, Linping fosters an ecosystem where academic breakthroughs meet industrial application, solidifying the university's role in China's innovation landscape.

Off-campus Research Centers

Beyond its core campuses, ZSTU operates specialized research satellites that extend its academic impact. The ZSTU Shaoxing Research Institute drives innovation in textile materials and sustainable manufacturing, bridging cutting-edge research with industry needs. Meanwhile, the Haining International Campus fosters global collaboration through joint programs with overseas universities, particularly in fashion design and engineering, offering students international perspectives while strengthening ZSTU's research network. These facilities exemplify the university's commitment to applied research and cross-border academic partnerships.

Educations

Admissions

Undergraduate Programs

As of 2025, the list of undergraduate programs are shown in the table:


College	Majors
School of Sciences	Applied Physics Applied Psychology
School of Fashion Design & Engineering	Fashion Design Fashion Design and Engineering
School of Computer Science and Technology(School of Artifical Intelligence)	Software Engineering Computer Science and Technology Intelligent Science and Technology
School of Information Science and Engineering	Automation Communication Engineering
School of Mechanical Engineering	Mechatronic Engineering Mechanical Design & Manufacturing and Automation
School of Civil Engineering and Architecture	Architecture Civil Engineering Construction and Project Management Building Environment and Energy Engineering
School of Life Sciences and Medicine	Biotechnology Biopharmaceuticals
School of Art and Design	Product Design Industrial Design Digital Media Art Environmental Design Visual Communication Design Fine Arts (Commercial Illustration)
School of Economics and Management	Accounting Economics Business Administration Information Management Human Resource Management Intemational Economics and Trade Big Data Management and Application
School of Foreign Language Studies	English
Fashion Design College of lnstituto Marangoni (International Institute of Fashion Technology)	Visual Communication Design (Sino-American Program) Fashion and Accessory Design (Sino-American Program) Fashion Design and Engineering (Sino-American Program)
School of Law and Humanities	Communication Chinese Language and Literature

Doctoral Programs

As of 2025, the list of doctoral programs are shown in the table:


College	Majors	Track
School of Mechanical Engineering	Mechanical Engineering	Fluid Machinery Mechatronic Engineering Mechanical Design and Theory
School of Textile Science and Engineering	Textile Science and Engineering	Textile Engineering Fashion Design and Engineering Textile Material and Textile Design Textile Chemistry and Dyeing & Finishing Technology
School of Materials Science and Engineering	Materials Science and Engineering	Materials Science Materials Physics and Chemistry Polymer Materials Processing Engineering
School of Life Sciences and Medicine	Biology	Botany Cell Biology Microbiology Biopharmaceuticals Biochemistry and Molecular Biology

It owns one independent college on another campus. Two of its disciplines are regarded by the province as very important, and eight are key disciplines at provincial or ministerial level. It has one key laboratory of the Ministry of Education and two key laboratories of the Zhejiang Province. The school offers 45 undergraduate programs, of which six are provincial key programs.

It confers Doctoral degree in two disciplines, Master's degrees in four first-level disciplines and 30 second-level disciplines (sub-disciplines), and it provides one joint Doctoral program and two Master's programs in engineering.

The school has two pilot centers for teaching basic courses in Zhejiang Province, two provincial engineering centers, six R&D centers and more than 40 school labs and institutes of excellence.

Students

At present, the number of full-time undergraduate and graduate students enrolled at ZSTU is approximately 34,000; an additional 3500 students are in programs of adult education and further education.

Rankings and Reputation

Research Rankings

In 2025, Academic Ranking of World Universities ranked Zhejiang Sci-Tech University within the 501-600 band globally.^[4]

Library

In recent years, the school's required enrollment score has been among the highest of the HELs in Zhejiang province - as has been the employment rate of its students.

Awards

ZSTU has won over 120 research awards, among which three are national — two second awards of the National Scientific and Technological Invention Award and one second award of the National Scientific and Technological Progress Award — and over 20 are provincial or ministerial.

It has research funds of more than 110 million yuan.

References

^ "About Zhejiang Sci-Tech University apply online|admisisons|Zhejiang Sci-Tech University". zstu.admissions.cn. Retrieved 2022-06-11.
^ "学校介绍". jyb.zstu.edu.cn. Retrieved 2022-06-11.
^ "ARWU World University Rankings 2023 - Academic Ranking of World Universities 2023 - Top 1000 universities - Shanghai Ranking - 2023". www.shanghairanking.com. Retrieved 24 December 2023.
^ "ARWU World University Rankings 2025 - Academic Ranking of World Universities 2025 - Top 1000 universities - Shanghai Ranking - 2025". www.shanghairanking.com. Retrieved 7 July 2025.

External links

Zhejiang Sci-Tech University (in English)

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[1] "About Zhejiang Sci-Tech University apply online|admisisons|Zhejiang Sci-Tech University". zstu.admissions.cn. Retrieved 2022-06-11.

[2] "学校介绍". jyb.zstu.edu.cn. Retrieved 2022-06-11.

[ARWUranking2023-3] "ARWU World University Rankings 2023 - Academic Ranking of World Universities 2023 - Top 1000 universities - Shanghai Ranking - 2023". www.shanghairanking.com. Retrieved 24 December 2023.

[ARWUranking2020-4] "ARWU World University Rankings 2025 - Academic Ranking of World Universities 2025 - Top 1000 universities - Shanghai Ranking - 2025". www.shanghairanking.com. Retrieved 7 July 2025.

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v t e Yangtze Delta Universities Alliance
长三角高校合作联盟
Anhui (1)	Science and Technology
Jiangsu (2)	Nanjing Southeast
Shanghai (4)	Shanghai Jiao Tong Fudan East China Normal Tongji
Zhejiang (1)	Zhejiang

v t e Higher Education Institutions in Zhejiang
List of universities and colleges in China • Department of Education of Zhejiang Province
Military	People’s Armed Police: China Coast Guard Academy_Ningbo^{Deputy Army Level, Degree} • Non-commissioned Officer School_Hangzhou^{Division Level, Degree}
National	Ministry of Education: Zhejiang University^{DBC 985 211 Key P+M Degree} Ministry of State Security: University of International Relations, Hangzhou Campus^{Key Degree}
Hangzhou	Zhejiang University^{DBC 985 211 Key P+M Degree} China Academy of Art^{DBC P+M Degree} University of International Relations, Hangzhou Campus^{Key Degree} Zhejiang University of Technology^{P+M Degree} Zhejiang Gongshang University^{P+M Degree} Hangzhou Dianzi University^{P+M Degree} Zhejiang Chinese Medical University^{P+M Degree} Zhejiang A&F University^{P+M Degree} Zhejiang Sci-Tech University^Degree Hangzhou Normal University^Degree Zhejiang University of Finance and Economics^Degree China Jiliang University^{P+M Degree} Communication University of Zhejiang^{P+M Degree} Zhejiang Conservatory of Music^{P+M Degree} Hangzhou Medical College^Degree Zhejiang Institute of Water Resources and Hydropower^{P+M Degree} Zhejiang University of Science and Technology^Degree Zhejiang Police College^Degree Zhejiang International Studies University^Degree Hangzhou City University^Degree Westlake University^{Private, Degree} Zhongfa Aviation University^{Foreign, Degree} Zhejiang Shuren University^{Private, Degree} Hangzhou Dianzi University Information Engineering School^{Private, Degree, Independent College} Hangzhou Normal University Qianjiang College^{Private, Degree, Independent College} Zhejiang Chinese Medical University Binjiang Institute^{Private, Degree, Independent College} Zhejiang Gongshang University Hangzhou College of Commerce^{Private, Degree, Independent College} Zhejiang Institute of Economics and Trade^{P+M Vocational} Zhejiang Police Vocational Academy^{P+M Vocational} Tourism College of Zhejiang^{P+M Vocational} Zhejiang Institute of Communications^Vocational Zhejiang Financial College^Vocational Zhejiang Vocational College of Commerce^Vocational Zhejiang Institute of Mechanical and Electrical Engineering^Vocational Zhejiang College of Construction^Vocational Zhejiang Technical Institute of Economics^Vocational Zhejiang Vocational Academy of Art^Vocational Hangzhou Vocational and Technical College^Vocational Professional and Technological College of Zhejiang Electric Power^Vocational Zhejiang College of Sports^Vocational Zhejiang Tongji Vocational College of Science and Technology^Vocational Hangzhou Polytechnic^Vocational Zhejiang Vocational College of Special Education^Vocational Zhejiang Yuying College of Vocational and Technology^{Private, Vocational} Zhejiang Changzheng Vocational and Technical College^{Private, Vocational} Hangzhou Wanxiang Polytechnic^{Private, Vocational} Zhejiang Open University^Continuing Hangzhou Workers Part-time University^Continuing Zhejiang Provincial Level Organ Staff Part-time University^Continuing Zhejiang Staff University of Economics and Management^Continuing
Ningbo	Zhejiang University (Ningbo Campus)^{DBC 985 211 Key P+M Degree} Ningbo University^{DBC P+M Degree} Zhejiang Wanli University^Degree Ningbo University of Technology^Degree NingboTech University^Degree Zhejiang Pharmaceutical University^{Professional, Degree} Ningbo University of Finance and Economics^{Private, Degree} University of Nottingham Ningbo China^{Foreign, Degree} College of Science and Technology, Ningbo University^{Private, Degree, Independent College} Zhejiang Business Technology Institute^Vocational Ningbo Polytechnic^Vocational Zhejiang Fashion Institute of Technology^Vocational Ningbo Childhood Education College^{Vocational, Continuing} Ningbo City College of Vocational Technology^Vocational Ningbo College of Health Sciences^Vocational Ningbo Open University^Continuing
Wenzhou	Wenzhou Medical University^{P+M Degree} Wenzhou University^Degree Wenzhou Institute of Technology^Degree Wenzhou Business College^{Private, Degree} Wenzhou-Kean University^{Foreign, Degree} Wenzhou Medical University Renii College^{Private, Degree, Independent College} Zhejiang Industry and Trade Polytechnic^Vocational Zhejiang College of Security Technology^Vocational Wenzhou Vocational and Technical College^Vocational Wenzhou Vocational College of Science & Technology^Vocational Zhejiang Dongfang Polytechnic^{Private, Vocational} City University of Wenzhou (Wenzhou Open University, Wenzhou Workers Spare-time College)^Continuing
Jiaxing	Zhejiang University (Haining International Campus)^{DBC 985 211 Key P+M Degree} Jiaxing University^Degree Jiaxing Nanhu University^Degree Tongji Zhejiang College^{Private, Degree, Independent College} Oriental Institute of Zhejiang University of Finance and Economics^{Private, Degree, Independent College} Jiaxing Vocational and Technical College^Vocational Jiaxing Nanyang Polytechnic Institute^{Private, Vocational} Jiaxing Education College^Continuing
Huzhou	Huzhou University^Degree Huzhou College^Degree Huzhou Vocational and Technical College^Vocational Zhejiang Yuxiang Vocational and Technical College^{Private, Vocational}
Shaoxing	Shaoxing University^Degree Zhejiang Yuexiu University^{Private, Degree} Zhijiang College of Zhejiang University of Technology^{Private, Degree, Independent College} College of Technology and Art of Zhejiang Sci-tech University^{Private, Degree, Independent College} Shaoxing University Yuanpei College^{Private, Degree, Independent College} Jiyang College of Zhejiang Agriculture and Forestry University ^{Private, Degree, Independent College} Zhejiang Agricultural Business College^Vocational Zhejiang Industry Polytechnic College^Vocational Zhejiang Post and Telecommunication College^Vocational Shaoxing Vocational and Technical College^{Private, Vocational}
Jinhua	Zhejiang Normal University^Degree Zhejiang Guangsha Vocational and Technical University of Construction^{Private, Professional, Degree} Zhejiang Normal University Xingzhi College^{Private, Degree, Independent College} Shanghai University of Finance and Economics Zhejiang College^{Private, Degree, Independent College} China Jiliang University College of Modern Science and Technology^{Private, Degree, Independent College} Jinhua Polytechnic^Vocational Yiwu Industrial and Commercial College^Vocational Zhejiang Hengdian College of Film & Television^{Private, Vocational} Zhejiang Jinhua Technology and Trade Polytechnic^{Private, Vocational} Jinhua Education College^Continuing
Quzhou	Quzhou University^Degree Quzhou Vocational and Technical College^Vocational
Zhoushan	Zhejiang University (Zhoushan Campus)^{DBC 985 211 Key P+M Degree} Zhejiang Ocean University^{P+M Degree} Zhejiang International Maritime College^Vocational Zhoushan Tourism and Health College^Vocational
Taizhou	Taizhou University^Degree Taizhou Vocational and Technical College^Vocational Taizhou Vocational College of Science and Technology^Vocational Zhejiang Automotive Vocational and Technical College^{Private, Vocational}
Lishui	Lishui University^Degree Lishui Vocational Technical College^Vocational
Unless otherwise stated, all the universities and colleges listed are provincial or municipal public universities and colleges. DBC : Double First-Class Construction; 985 : Project 985; 211 : Project 211; Key : National Key Universities; P+M : provincial and ministerial co-founded universities. ^Degree: institutions offering degree education; ^Professional: institutions offering professional training and certificates. ^Vocational: institutions offering vocational training and diploma. ^Private: privately founded. ^Foreign: Sino-foreign cooperative joint universities; ^Independent: Independent college affiliated to a university; ^Continuing: Continuing education institutions; ^Private: Privately founded As of April 2018, there were 108 higher education institutions in Zhejiang, among which 36 were private, and 9 Continuing education institutions.

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