Global universities are flocking to China - 36Kr

China approved a record number of new Sino-foreign cooperative education programs, signaling rapid growth in joint higher education.

Top foreign and Chinese universities are launching new schools and degrees in AI, smart manufacturing, finance, and engineering.

The trend reflects pressure on universities abroad, shifting international student flows, and China’s push to build local talent pipelines.

Chinese cities are using these partnerships to attract students, support industry, and strengthen regional development.