China University of Political Science and Law

About

China University of Political Science and Law (CUPL) is widely recognized as China's foremost institution for legal education and research. Academically, it is best known for its comprehensive and rigorous programs in Law, Political Science, and Criminology, consistently ranking among the top law schools in the nation. International students can engage through the School of International Studies, which offers various programs including Chinese language courses, exchange opportunities, and a growing number of English-taught master's and doctoral degrees, particularly in areas like International Law and Chinese Law. The university provides dedicated support through its International Students Office, helping with admissions, visas, and campus life, ensuring a focused academic experience within a vibrant legal community. Its distinctive characteristic is its unparalleled influence on China's legal system and policy-making.

Background

The China University of Political Science and Law (CUPL; Chinese: 中国政法大学), also translated as Zhengfa University, is a national public university in Beijing, China. It is affiliated with the Ministry of Education and co-sponsored with the Beijing Municipal People's Government. The university is part of the prestigious Project 211 and the Double First-Class Construction. The university focuses on the fields of law, politics, economics, management, sociology, history, and philosophy. CUPL has two campuses, one in Haidian as the original campus of the university, and the other located in Changping. At present, Haidian campus only conducts postgraduate education while undergraduates study on the larger Changping campus. In 2015, CUPL comprises 13 schools, with 15,833 students and 951 faculty members, of whom 290 are professors. CUPL maintains a broad international exchange program, with approximately 1000 foreign students from many countries.

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