Beijing University of Agriculture

About

Beijing University of Agriculture (BAU) is a public institution renowned for its specialized focus on agricultural sciences and related disciplines, particularly within an urban context. Academically, it is best known for programs in Horticulture, Landscape Architecture, Food Science, and Animal Science, with a strong emphasis on ecological and urban agriculture research. For international students, BAU offers Chinese language programs and a dedicated International Education College to facilitate their integration and studies. While most degree programs are primarily taught in Chinese, the university provides support services and opportunities for cultural immersion. A distinctive characteristic is its commitment to addressing agricultural challenges and sustainable development within a major metropolitan area like Beijing.

Background

China Agricultural University (CAU) is a public university in Haidian, Beijing, China. The university is affiliated with the Ministry of Education of China. It is part of Project 211, Project 985, and the Double First-Class Construction. The university was formed in 1995 through the merger of the Beijing Agricultural University and the Beijing Agricultural Engineering University, which evolved from one of the earliest agriculture institutions in China founded in 1905. As of December 2019, CAU offers 66 undergraduate majors and over 32 masters and 21 doctoral programs. There are around 12,000 undergraduate and 8,900 graduate students. Among them, 508 students are international. Its gymnasium hosted the wrestling events during the 2008 Summer Olympics.

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