Qufu Normal University

Qufu Normal University is situated in Qufu, the hometown of Confucius and a world-renowned historical and cultural city, with an additional campus in the beautiful coastal city of Rizhao. It is a key provincial university distinguished by its profound historical heritage and distinctive educational philosophy. Established in 1955 and upholding its motto "Learn tirelessly, teach tirelessly," the university has, after more than sixty years of development, evolved into a comprehensive normal university with a distinctive strength in teacher education, fostering the coordinated development of multiple disciplines including humanities, sciences, engineering, law, economics, management, and arts. The university currently operates two campuses, in Qufu and Rizhao, boasting expansive grounds and beautiful environments, which provide excellent learning and living conditions for its faculty and students. The university demonstrates significant strength in traditional advantageous disciplines such as education, Chinese language and literature, mathematics, physics, and history. It is home to a number of national and provincial key disciplines, key laboratories, and research bases. Its faculty is strong, bringing together numerous renowned experts and scholars, and has achieved abundant teaching and research outcomes. The university actively serves national and local economic and social development, playing a crucial role in fundamental education research, cultural inheritance, and innovation. It has cultivated a large number of outstanding talents, making significant contributions to the educational undertakings of Shandong Province and the entire nation. Qufu Normal University emphasizes the holistic development of students. Its vibrant campus culture features a rich variety of activities and active student organizations, providing students with a broad platform for growth. The university actively engages in international exchanges and cooperation, establishing partnerships with universities from various countries and regions, thereby offering students an internationalized learning perspective. Choosing Qufu Normal University not only provides access to high-quality education but also allows students to immerse themselves in a rich Confucian cultural atmosphere, experience the charm of traditional Chinese culture, and lay a solid foundation for their future career development.