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Beijing Institute of Technology

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Haidian District, China
201–250th in World University Rankings 2026
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About Beijing Institute of Technology

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Founded in 1940, Beijing Institute of Technology (BIT) is one of China’s leading national universities, consistently recognized under the prestigious “211 Project”, “985 Project” and “Double First-Class” initiatives. BIT holds a prominent position in both domestic and global academic spheres, with its influence reflected in numerous accolades. BIT also holds the top spot for Higher General Education Accreditation for International Students in China.

Although science and engineering remain its core focus, BIT fosters balanced growth across other disciplines, including management and the humanities, with many of its programs consistently ranking in China’s top 10. In recent years, BIT has bolstered its international reputation through a robust internationalization strategy, cultivating a global talent community while continuously improving the quality of its educational offerings. This forward-thinking approach is reflected in the creation of a diverse, cosmopolitan learning and living environment on campus, underscoring BIT’s growing international presence and influence. Today, BIT is proud to host a vibrant student body that includes more than 3,400 international students from 152 countries.

 

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Key Statistics for Prospective Students

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Full-time students
33,161
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Undergraduates
15,106
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Students in master's programs
11,737
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Students in Ph.D. programs
6,318
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International students
3,400+
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National quality courses
61

Key Statistics for Professionals

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Faculty and staff
6,391
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Academicians of the Chinese Academy of Sciences and Chinese Academy of Engineering
42
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State Key Laboratory
27
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National experimental teaching center
7
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2022 Scientific research fundings
CNY 7.029 billion

Key Student Statistics

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Student gender ratio
34 F : 66 M (2)
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International student percentage
12% (1)
student per staff
Students per staff
12.9 (1)
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Student total
33624 (1)

Based on data collected for the (1) World University Rankings 2026, (2) World University Rankings 2022

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Subjects Taught at Beijing Institute of Technology

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Arts and Humanities

  • Art, Performing Art and Design
  • Languages, Literature and Linguistics

Business and Economics

  • Accounting and Finance
  • Business and Management
  • Economics and Econometrics

Computer Science

  • Computer Science

Education Studies

  • Education

Engineering

  • Chemical Engineering
  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering
  • General Engineering
  • Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering

Law

  • Law

Life Sciences

  • Biological Sciences
  • Sport Science

Medical and Health

  • Other Health

Physical Sciences

  • Chemistry
  • Geology, Environmental, Earth and Marine Sciences
  • Mathematics and Statistics
  • Physics and Astronomy

Psychology

  • Psychology

Social Sciences

  • Sociology

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