University of Nottingham Ningbo China

Ningbo  China

Based in China’s thriving eastern seaboard, University of Nottingham Ningbo China (UNNC) offers degrees taught in English and accredited by the UK’s University of Nottingham, with an international community of 6, 500 students representing over 70 nationalities.

Why study at the University of Nottingham Ningbo China?

We are the 1st Sino-foreign university in China. All students graduate with degree certificate from University of Nottingham which is ranked 100th in the QS World University Ranking 2024.

Over 30%: Over 30% of class of 2022 undergraduates admitted to world top 10 universities for further studies. ~150: Near to 150 global partners offer exchange and study abroad programme with us.

Up to 100%: Scholarship opportunities worth up to 100% of the first-year tuition fee.

1018

postgraduate students

25

programmes

100

ranked in QS world university ranking (2024)

Ningbo  China

main campus

Business & Management (5) Finance (14) History & Archaeology (19) Politics & Government (30) Linguistics & Classics (23) Education (11) Languages, Literature & Culture (21) Communication & Media Studies (7) Architecture, Building & Planning (3) Geography (17) Engineering (12) Creative Arts & Design (9) Computer Science (8) Environmental Sciences (13) Agriculture (1) Materials Science (24)

About the University of Nottingham Ningbo China

University of Nottingham is ranked in the TOP 100 in the world in the 2024 edition of the QS World University Rankings.

Once enrolled at UNNC, you will be given the opportunity to study at the University of Nottingham’s UK and Malaysia campuses, as well as with overseas partner universities.

An impressive 98% of UNNC’s 1, 500 yearly graduates find employment or go onto further study within just six months of graduation.

Lush gardens, attractive architecture and cutting-edge facilities make UNNC a stimulating environment in which to learn and live. A short two-hour train ride from Shanghai, Ningbo is a busy city with an international airport and a thriving nightlife and cultural scene.

Unlock your potential at the University of Nottingham Ningbo China, where we transform lives and shape the future

Education transforms lives. It is this belief that drives our commitment to teaching and learning of the very highest quality, unlocking students’ potential and preparing them to shape the world for the better.

If you choose to become a student at the University of Nottingham Ningbo China (UNNC), you will find yourself among a diverse and thriving community at China’s first ever Sino-foreign university.

For our students from China, gaining a degree from a renowned world-class university, coupled with the opportunity to take part in exchange and study abroad programmes, means they are in demand from employers both in China and the rest of the world.

Our international students gain knowledge of China, the world’s second largest economy and a major player on the world stage, which sets them apart from others in the competitive global job market.


  • Faculties - Faculty of Business, Faculty of Humanities and Social Science, Faculty of Science and Engineering.
  • Student activities - Make new friends, join clubs and societies, volunteer, learn Chinese or travel around China -there's plenty to get involved in.
  • Sport - We have a range of sports facilities on campus that are open to all students. Everyone can participate at a level that’s right for them.
  • Health and wellbeing - We offer a range of services on health care and emotional support to help you maintain a balanced and healthy lifestyle.
  • Accommodation - You can live in an international student residence, where you’ll have access to cooking facilities and a shopping street. Most UNNC students live in student halls on campus, conveniently located near a high street with shops, restaurants, and an ATM. UNNC’s campus features sport facilities, a 24-hour medical center with English-speaking staff, a post office and dry cleaners.
  • Support Services - Check our extensive support network that ensures you make the most of your years at university.


We offer various scholarships for international students which aim to reward excellence and promote diversity among our student body. Based on our data, nearly 30% of our undergraduate students and over 40% of our postgraduate students were awarded scholarships for their entry. Once enrolled, current students are eligible for additional merit and/or performance-based scholarships and awards which covers approximately 32.5% of our whole student body.


The University of Nottingham Ningbo China (UNNC) is home to students from over 70 countries and regions worldwide. We look at both academic and English language proficiency of applicants. Check HERE to find the entry requirements of your country. If your country is not listed, please email us at Admissions@nottingham.edu.cn

Please check HERE for the list of required application documents and procedure. Application to the University of Nottingham Ningbo China can be made before you have completed your study. You may use the transcripts till now to apply for and the university will be able to assess based on what’s available. If you haven’t finished your study yet, a conditional offer may be issued pending on your final grades/degree. Once ready, please submit your application on our Online Application System. Email or post applications are not accepted.

We offer entry-based scholarships to award exceptional degree programme applicants. You could submit your scholarship application on the same Online Application System. Check HERE for the scholarship list and more details. Additionally, there are total 25 postgraduate programmes at UNNC, 18 for Taught and 7 for Research.

For 2024 September entry, the tuition fees for international students at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels are 110,000 RMB per year (100,000 RMB for HMT students). Please note that tuition fee for MSc International Business (Supply Chain Management) is 150,000 RMB per year.

If English isn't your first language, you will need to submit the relevant English language proficiency test report and meet the requirements. We accept IELTS, TOEFL (iBT), PTE and alternative equivalencies. For the English requirement for master programmes, please check HERE. If you require additional support of the language requirement, please contact Student Recruitment and Admission Office at Admissions@nottingham.edu.cn

UNNC provides 2 types of accommodation for international students (2023 entry for reference). Building 11: single room with private toilet and shower room; Building 20: four-bedroom flat. Please check HERE for each type’s accommodation fee and more details.


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Main campus

University of Nottingham Ningbo China

Ningbo

Zhejiang

China