1. About
Westlake University is a new type of research university, a first in the history of modern China. We are a reformer in our higher education system. We strive to educate future scientific and industry leaders, and promote developments for the common good of all humanity.
Westlake University has four schools: Life Sciences, Science, Engineering and Medicine. We offer doctoral programs in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Electronic Science and Technology. Undergraduate programs follow a liberal arts model. Seven undergraduate majors are currently offered: Chemistry, Biological Sciences, Physics, Electronic and Information Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering, Mathematics and Applied Mathematics, and Artificial Intelligence.
All classes are taught in English, and both English and Chinese are the official languages on campus. Westlake’s international composition makes us an ideal study option for international students interested in studying STEM courses in China.
2. 2026 International Summer School Program
2.1 Westlake Pre-College Summer Program
The Westlake Pre-college Summer Program is a short-term opportunity for high school students worldwide to engage in a cutting-edge international science environment at Westlake University. While offering a glimpse into Chinese culture, the program focuses on fostering academic excellence, innovation, and global collaboration in science and engineering.The program will open up access to the university's high-level scientific research platforms and resources, design experimental activities in four tracks, and provide professional academic guidance by our university's faculty. The program allows students to choose their own tracks based on their interests and talents.
How to apply:https://en.westlake.edu.cn/admissions/summer_sessions/westlake_pre_college_program/#
Contact: world@westlake.edu.cn
2.2 Westlake University "Frontiers of Life Sciences" International Undergraduate Summer School
The two-week "Frontiers of Life Sciences" International Undergraduate Summer School, hosted by Westlake University and organized by the School of Life Sciences, gathers the brightest minds from around the world to learn from and share cutting-edge life science research and innovations. The camp is taught by dozens of renowned professors from top universities. Students are selected based on their outstanding academic abilities and leadership potential, with the hope that they will become future pioneers in the field of life sciences.
Howto apply: https://sls-summercamp.westlake.edu.cn
Contact: ug_summercamp@westlake.edu.cn