Summer Research Exchange: Southern University of Science and Technology

Southern University of Science and Technology (SUSTech) is located in the dynamic metropolis of Shenzhen, China’s Silicon Valley. SUSTech has become the important epicentre for China’s science and technology academic research and for the cultivation of innovative minds. The university is home to over 11,000 students, 33 departments and 39 bachelor’s degree programs. It is the perfect place for entrepreneurs, researchers and innovators alike to make their home alongside tech giants such as Huawei, Tencent, BYD, DJI, BJI and Mindray. 

2026 Summer Research Projects: review program information here and download project list here

Research Areas:

  •      ∗ Artificial Intelligence / Computer Modeling
  •      Biology / Microbiology

Housing: On-campus housing not available, nominated students can refer to the off-campus housing information provided on the program page or consult the hosting department.

Application deadline: December 18, 2025

Application Process:

  1. Review project list and identify your interested project and supervisor
  2. Reach out to the supervisor and departmental contact via email (email addresses can be found in the project list) and copy laiwn@sustech.edu.cn.
  3. Include the required application documents in your email to the supervisor:

4. Successful candidates will receive CIE nomination

5. Nominated students will receive further instructions from the host institution

Learn more about the Summer Research Exchange Program.

Location

Country(ies): China
City: Shenzhen
Institution: University

Status

Accepting Applications: Yes
Timeline: 8-12 weeks, May-August
Run By: CIE
For Credit: N/A

Deadlines: : December 18, 2025

Details

Language of Study: English
Level of Study: Undergrad
Subjects Available at Host: Engineering, Biology
Program Type: Research
Tuition & Incidentals: Paid to UofT
Program Fees: No fees
Funding: SREP Award $3000 + Possibility of IE Award OR Globalink Research Award

Eligibility

Schools/Faculties: Applied Science and Engineering (Undergrad), Arts and Science (St. George, Undergrad), UTM (Undergrad), UTSC (Undergrad)
Requirements: Varied GPA requirements according to Research Projects; students must have 3 years of studies completed by the time of participation.
Notes: **Please check the "Application Requirement" section in the project list