Founded in 1958 as Jiangxi Institute of Metallurgy and later renamed Southern Institute of Metallurgy (1988) before adopting its current name in 2004, JXUST has evolved into a prestigious multidisciplinary institution under the joint administration of Jiangxi Provincial Government, Ministry of Industry and Information Technology, and Ministry of Education since 2013. Recognized for its doctoral, master's, and bachelor's degree-granting authority, the university excels in engineering while fostering coordinated development across science, management, economics, law, liberal arts, education, and arts. Renowned as the "Cradle of Nonferrous Metallurgical Talent," it serves as a key national base for talent cultivation and scientific research in nonferrous metals and steel industries.
Campuses & Student Community
Spanning two historic cities, JXUST operates across 2,600 mu (430 acres) in Ganzhou—a UNESCO-listed cultural city celebrated as the "Global Tungsten Capital," "Kingdom of Rare Earths," "Hakka Cultural Hub," and "Red Capital of the Chinese Revolution"—and Nanchang, the capital city of Jiangxi Province. Hosting over 27,000 undergraduates and 5,400 graduate students, the university has produced generations of professionals acclaimed for their adaptability, integrity, and solid expertise. Its graduates consistently achieve top employment rates in Jiangxi, earning national recognition as a Top 50 Exemplary University for Graduate Employment (2011) and Innovation & Entrepreneurship (2017).
Academic Excellence
JXUST offers a comprehensive academic framework featuring:
◆3 first-tier doctoral programs in Metallurgical Engineering, Mining Engineering, and Materials Science;
◆22 master's disciplines and 19 professional master's degrees;
◆71 undergraduate programs, including 21 national-level first-class specialties;
◆4 ESI global top 1% disciplines: Materials Science, Engineering, Chemistry, Environment/Ecology;
◆World-class rankings in Metallurgical/Mining Engineering (Shanghai Ranking's Global Rankings);
The university houses 2 postdoctoral research stations, 1 national key laboratory (Rare Earth Functional Materials), and 26 provincial-level research centers. Its metallurgy and mining disciplines rank among China's top 30%, while innovative programs like the "3+1" education model integrate industry-academia collaboration.
Faculty & Research
A 2,000-member academic community includes 730 professors, 270 doctoral supervisors, and 300 recipients of national/provincial honors. Collaborative partnerships with 7 academicians and global scholars enhance research capabilities. Recent achievements encompass:
◆6 National Science & Technology Progress Awards since 2008
◆¥1.3 billion+ research funding (past 5 years)
◆160+ provincial-level research awards
◆Strategic alliances with industry leaders including China Baowu Steel Group and Jiangxi Copper
Global Engagement
JXUST maintains academic partnerships with 30+ countries through:
◆Joint "2+2" programs with Punjab University (Pakistan) and others
◆Confucius Institute operations in Pakistan
◆International student enrollment from 30+ nations
◆Membership in the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor University Alliance
◆Cross-border research institutes in materials science and engineering
Distinctive Education
The university champions hands-on learning, evidenced by:
◆200+ national competition gold medals (past 5 years)
◆World-record performances in rock climbing and national championships in collegiate aerobics
◆Nationally acclaimed student choirs regularly featured on CCTV
◆476 internship bases and 4 national engineering practice centers
Guided by the motto " Vision and Action," JXUST continues to advance its vision as a globally competitive institution specializing in rare earth studies while pursuing comprehensive excellence.
(Data updated: February 2025)
Website: http://www.jxust.edu.cn
Tel: +86-797-8312161
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