Fudan University Malaysia

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QS World University Ranking #39 • Shanghai Ranking (China) #5
Shanghai, China

Fudan University

#5
Shanghai Ranking (China University Ranking)
#4
Times Higher Education China Ranking
#3
CUAA Overall University Ranking
#39
QS World University Ranking

Fudan University, located in Shanghai, China, is a prestigious national key university directly under the Ministry of Education and a member of the C9 League, "Double First-Class" initiative, "985 Project", and "211 Project". Founded in 1905 as Fudan Public School, it was the first institution of higher education established independently by Chinese people. Over more than a century, Fudan has grown into a comprehensive research university strong in humanities, sciences, medicine, and engineering, with outstanding reputation in philosophy, economics, law, journalism, and clinical medicine. The university operates four main campuses: Handan, Fenglin, Jiangwan, and Zhangjiang, offering programs across major disciplines with multiple national "Double First-Class" disciplines. Fudan welcomes international students worldwide through its International Students Office and well-established study-in-China services, including Chinese-taught, English-taught, and preparatory programmes, dedicated international student dormitories, and vibrant campus life.See More

Campuses

Fudan University has several main campuses including Handan and Fenglin, offering world-class learning and research environments for international students.

Handan Campus
Fenglin Campus

Location

220 Handan Road, Yangpu District, Shanghai, China

Nearby

Located in Shanghai's Yangpu District near the Wujiaochang sub-centre, with a strong university and innovation atmosphere. Excellent dining, retail, and metro access; about 30–40 minutes to downtown landmarks such as the Bund and People's Square.

Getting Here

About 50 minutes from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) and 40 minutes from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA). Metro Lines 10 and 18 serve the Handan campus area, with extensive bus connections on and around campus.

Faculties

Handan Campus is Fudan's oldest and largest campus, hosting humanities, social sciences, and much of science and engineering. Key schools include Chinese Language and Literature, Foreign Languages, Journalism, Economics, Management, Law, International Relations, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Life Sciences, Information Science, Computer Science, and Software. It is the core hub for undergraduate and graduate programmes in these fields.

Introduction

As Fudan's main campus, Handan features elegant architecture, libraries, sports facilities, student centres, and national-level research platforms. Many international students study and live in connection with this campus, making it the best place to experience Fudan's century-long academic tradition.

Season Months Temperature
Spring Mar - May 10-22°C
Summer Jun - Aug 25-35°C
Autumn Sep - Nov 15-25°C
Winter Dec - Feb 0-10°C

Flights to/from Malaysia (Direct)

Kuala Lumpur (KUL) ↔ Shanghai Pudong (PVG)
From approx. MYR850 (Direct, ~5hr 30min)

Location

130 Dong'an Road, Xuhui District, Shanghai, China

Nearby

Located in Xuhui District, Shanghai, near major tertiary hospitals and medical research zones—a focused, professional environment ideal for medical and life-science students, with full daily-life amenities nearby.

Getting Here

About 55 minutes from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) and 35 minutes from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA). Metro Lines 4, 7, and 9 plus multiple bus routes serve the Fenglin campus area.

Faculties

Fenglin Campus concentrates Fudan's medical and health disciplines, including Basic Medical Sciences, Clinical Medicine, Public Health, Nursing, and Pharmacy. Close ties with Zhongshan Hospital, Huashan Hospital, and other top teaching hospitals provide outstanding clinical training and research opportunities—among the leading medical education hubs in East China.

Introduction

Fenglin is home to Fudan University Shanghai Medical College, with modern teaching buildings, labs, simulation wards, and library resources. Undergraduates and postgraduates in medicine, nursing, public health, and pharmacy complete core courses and clinical rotations here.

Season Months Temperature
Spring Mar - May 10-22°C
Summer Jun - Aug 25-35°C
Autumn Sep - Nov 15-25°C
Winter Dec - Feb 0-10°C

Flights to/from Malaysia (Direct)

Kuala Lumpur (KUL) ↔ Shanghai Pudong (PVG)
From approx. MYR850 (Direct, ~5hr 30min)

Accommodation Details

Main Building · Single (Long-term)
¥120/day
Main Building · Single (Short-term)
¥150/day
Main Building · Double (Long-term)
¥80/day
Main Building · Double (Short-term)
¥100/day
Annex Building · Single (Long-term)
¥65/day
Annex Building · Single (Short-term)
¥80/day

Note: Long-term vs short-term rates follow Fudan International Students Office rules for the relevant intake. Double-room rates are per person per day. Shared laundry, kitchen, and study facilities are provided.

Scholarship Details

Undergraduate Scholarships

Chinese Government Scholarship "Country Program" (Type A)

Living allowance: ¥2,500/month; tuition, on-campus accommodation, and insurance fully covered

International Chinese Language Teachers Scholarship

Tuition, accommodation, living allowance, and comprehensive medical insurance fully covered

Master's Scholarships

Chinese Government Scholarship "Country Program" (Type A)

Living allowance: ¥3,000/month; tuition, on-campus accommodation, and insurance fully covered

Shanghai Government Scholarship for International Students

Tuition, accommodation, and living allowance support (full or partial, subject to annual selection)

Fudan Outstanding International Student Scholarship

Tuition reduction or living allowance based on academic performance and overall merit

Living Cost Estimation

Estimated for Shanghai living standards and official international student dormitory rates. Handan and Fenglin campuses are both in urban Shanghai, with overall costs higher than many inland cities; actual spending depends on room type and lifestyle.

Handan Campus

Accommodation (per month)
¥2,400-¥3,600 MYR 0
Food & Groceries (per month)
¥900-¥1,400 MYR 0
Transport (per month)
¥300-¥500 MYR 0
Utilities & Bills (per month)
¥200-¥350 MYR 0
Personal & Leisure (per month)
¥600-¥1,000 MYR 0
Total Monthly Living Cost
¥4,400-¥6,350 MYR 0
*Handan main campus; main/annex international dorm rates

Fenglin Campus

Accommodation (per month)
¥2,400-¥3,600 MYR 0
Food & Groceries (per month)
¥900-¥1,400 MYR 0
Transport (per month)
¥300-¥500 MYR 0
Utilities & Bills (per month)
¥200-¥350 MYR 0
Personal & Leisure (per month)
¥600-¥1,000 MYR 0
Total Monthly Living Cost
¥4,400-¥6,350 MYR 0
*Medical campus Fenglin, near teaching hospitals
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