Universities in Tianjin
Tianjin Juilliard builds on Juilliard’s renowned traditions of music performance and pedagogy, and serves as a catalyst to educate, connect communities, bridge cultures, and positively impact China and beyond.
Nankai University was founded by Yan Xiu and Zhang Boling adhering to the concept of education to save the country. It started in 1904 and was founded in 1919. The campus was blown up by the invading Japanese troops in 1937, and the school moved south. In 1938, it joined forces with Peking University and Tsinghua University to form the Southwest United University.
Tianjin University is the oldest institution of higher education in the modern history of China. Tianjin University has been a pioneer in several fields. Here we outline some of the firsts to have been achieved on campus, from the first aero engine in China to the first unmanned aerial vehicle.