Shanghai Television University

About

Shanghai Television University, now officially known as Shanghai Open University (SOU), is a public institution founded in 1960, distinguished by its pioneering role in distance and open learning within China. It primarily caters to adult learners and working professionals, offering flexible education across a broad spectrum of vocational and professional fields, including business administration, computer science, and education. While its core mission is domestic adult education, SOU maintains an International Exchange and Cooperation Office, facilitating partnerships and offering some short-term cultural or Chinese language programs. Dedicated English-taught degree programs for international students are not its main offering, but its extensive online learning resources and flexible study modes can be appealing. Its most distinctive characteristic is its commitment to lifelong learning, providing accessible and adaptable educational pathways for a diverse student body through innovative remote methodologies.

Background

Shanghai Open University (Chinese: 上海开放大学), formerly known as Shanghai Television University (Chinese: 上海电视大学), is an open university conducting distance education based on telecommunication, broadcasting and television, and computer and other technology based subject courses. On July 25, 2012, the university officially changed its name to Shanghai Open University, and now offers Associate and bachelor's degrees. Bachelor's degrees offered now include Public Safety Management, Mechanical Electrical Engineering, and Software Engineering. Admissions is open, though conferring of degrees is based on met requirements.

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