Guangdong University of Technology

Located in China's third-largest city, Guangdong University of Technology (GDUT) resides in Guangdong, formerly known as Canton. The university's origins trace back to the establishment of the Guangdong Institute of Technology in 1952, and it adopted its current name following a merger with the Institute of Mechanical Engineering and the Eastern Campus of the South China Institute of Architecture in 1995. Recognized as a Key Provincial University, GDUT prides itself on being a multidisciplinary institution engaged with the international community. With 19 schools and faculties, it places a strong emphasis on engineering, with several schools, including mechanical, materials, chemical, and information engineering, being part of the national 211 Project. Boasting over 70 key laboratories and a robust patent portfolio, GDUT demonstrates its commitment to innovation and research. The majority of its students are situated at the Guangzhou HE Mega Campus, while other disciplines operate from various campuses across the city. Notable achievements include a student robotics team winning the 2018 National Championship and a research team collaborating on nanosprings capable of breaking down microplastics in water. Additionally, GDUT's School of Art and Design strives to be among the nation's best, with initiatives aimed at revitalizing rural communities through the arts.