HQ Function

Serves as the primary center for teaching, research, administration, and student life. It houses many of the university's oldest departments, key laboratories, the main library, and administrative offices.

Notable Features:

Historic German-influenced architecture, the Wenyuan Building (Main Building), the Sino-German College building, extensive libraries, museums (University History Museum, Architecture and Urban Planning Exhibition Hall), and green spaces. The campus itself is a landmark in Shanghai.

Work Culture:

A demanding yet rewarding academic environment for faculty and staff, with a strong emphasis on research output, teaching excellence, and innovation. It fosters a collaborative spirit within departments and research groups and offers numerous opportunities for international academic exchange and professional development. For students, it provides a vibrant, competitive, and intellectually stimulating atmosphere.

HQ Significance:

The Siping campus is the historical heart of Tongji University, representing its century-long development and academic legacy. It is a leading center for higher education and cutting-edge research in China, particularly in engineering, architecture, and sustainable development.

Values Reflected in HQ: The campus design and atmosphere reflect Tongji's core values of academic rigor, innovation, global collaboration, practical application of knowledge, and a commitment to societal development.

Location:

Tongji University maintains a significant global presence through extensive international collaborations with over 200 universities and research institutions across more than 50 countries. Key functions supported globally include joint degree programs, student and faculty exchange programs, collaborative research projects, international conferences, and cultural exchange initiatives. The university has particularly strong ties with institutions in Germany, France, Italy, and other European countries, as well as North America and Asia-Pacific, fostering a global network for education and innovation.

Street Address:

1239 Siping Road

City:

Shanghai

State/Province:

Shanghai

Country:

China