Shanghai Maritime University

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Shanghai Maritime University (SMU) is a prestigious public university with a rich history, renowned for its excellence in maritime education, logistics, and shipping. It is particularly strong in disciplines like Navigation Technology, Marine Engineering, Logistics Engineering, and Port Management, reflecting its deep connection to the global shipping industry. For international students, SMU offers a welcoming environment through its International Education College, providing a range of Chinese-taught and English-taught programs, including degrees in International Shipping Management and Logistics Engineering. The university actively supports international students with various scholarships and dedicated services, leveraging its unique position in Shanghai, a major global shipping hub, to offer unparalleled industry exposure and career opportunities. It is often referred to as "the cradle of navigators" in China.

Background

Shanghai Maritime University (SHMTU; Chinese: 上海海事大学) is a municipal public university in Shanghai, China. The university is affiliated with the Shanghai Municipal People's Government, and co-sponsored by the municipal government and the Ministry of Transportation of China. Shanghai Maritime University is multidisciplinary with six fields of study: Engineering, Management, Economics, Literature, Science and Law. It is one of the best Chinese universities for specialization in maritime, shipping and transport education.

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