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Brief Introduction to JUST
Ganzhou, which is rich in natural resources and has many outstanding characteristics, is located at the beginning of the thousand-mile-long Ganjiang River, and at the intersection of Guangdong, Jiangxi, Fujian and Hunan provinces. A historical and culturally important city, Ganzhou is known as the former Soviet Capital, Hakka Cradle, World Tungsten Capital and Rare Earth Kingdom. It is also the home of Jiangxi University of Science and Technology. Jiangxi University of Science and Technology has 4 campuses located in Ganzhou and Nanchang. It covers more than 167 acres with an overall structural area of over 800,000 square meters. The university boasts its picturesque foliage as well as the quaint, tranquil and serene environment, all of which make it an ideal place for students to study. |
A white statue inspired by the goddess Nv Wa greets you when you step into the front gate of Jiangxi University of Science and Technology. It encourages the students to be selfless, set high goals, assume responsibilities and actively contribute to society. Originally named as, Jiangxi Institute of Metallurgy, it was founded in 1958 and later renamed as, Southern Institute of Metallurgy, in 1988. The current name, Jiangxi University of Science and Technology, was given in 2004 and has been used ever since. The university was originally overseen by the Ministry of Metallurgical Industry and later became affiliated with the National Nonferrous Metals Industry Corporation. After 1998 the university was jointly run by the central government and the provincial government. Now it has developed into a multi-disciplinary university, which is science based and integrates the various disciplines of science, technology, management, economy, laws, liberal arts and education. As a teaching and research oriented university, it enrolls students from all over the country and provides excellent educational opportunities. It is one of the five key institutions in Jiangxi Province and has been honored with the Baogang Educational Prize.