NCEPU was founded in 1958 in Beijing under the national power department. Over time it evolved into a major national university. Its main campus sits in Beijing’s Changping district, and it also operates a branch campus in Baoding, Hebei Province.
The university focuses strongly on energy, power engineering, electrical engineering, renewable energy, environmental and mechanical engineering, but also offers courses in management, economics, computer science, humanities and social sciences. NCEPU runs many national-level research projects and maintains research platforms and labs in smart grid, clean energy, power systems and new energy technologies.
For international students, NCEPU offers several English‑taught undergraduate and graduate programmes — including Electrical Engineering, Mechanical & Manufacturing Engineering, Renewable Energy & Clean Power, Computer Science and more. The university’s International Education Institute (IEI) manages international admissions, cooperative education programmes with foreign universities, language training, and student services.
This combination of strong engineering courses, research activity, global partnerships, and international student support makes NCEPU a well‑suited institution for students interested in power, energy, engineering and related fields.
| Intakes | September |
|---|---|
| All Campuses | Beijing Campus (Changping District, Beijing); Baoding Campus (Hebei Province) |
| Website | https://www.ncepu.edu.cn |
| Monthly Living Cost | RMB 2,500–4,000 |
| Funds Requirements for Visa | No fixed public amount |
| Application Fees | RMB 500–800 |
| Currency | RMB |
| Is Lang Mendatory | Yes |
| Part Time Work Details | <table> </table> <p>International students must follow visa and university regulations. Part‑time work or internships require approval, and working hours are subject to Chinese immigration law.</p> <table> </table> |
Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings: NCEPU is ranked in the 801–1000 global band (2025). In Asia ranking, it appears at #168 (2025).
QS World University Rankings by Subject: While NCEPU does not have a broad global QS ranking listed, its subject strengths lie in power engineering, renewable energy, electrical engineering and energy‑related disciplines (according to subject‑based rankings lists).
UK University League Table: Not applicable (NCEPU is a Chinese institution).
The Guardian University Rankings: Not applicable.
For English‑taught programmes at NCEPU:
Accepted exams: IELTS (Academic) or TOEFL iBT (or comparable English‑level certificate) for non‑native English applicants.
For Chinese‑taught programmes: Non‑native Chinese applicants must submit a valid HSK certificate (level required depends on programme) when applying.
NCEPU offers multiple financial support options:
Scholarships for international students under the International Education Institute — may cover full or partial tuition, and sometimes accommodation or stipend depending on scholarship type.
Government / enterprise‑linked scholarships for certain energy, power or engineering disciplines, especially given NCEPU’s links with state‑owned power companies and large energy enterprises.
Applicants indicate scholarship interest during online application and submit academic transcripts, language results, passport, study plan, and sometimes recommendation letters.
Undergraduate programmes: around RMB 22,000 / year for many majors (for international students).
English‑taught bachelor programmes — tuition similar to above (as listed in the international program fee table).
Accommodation: On-campus dorms for international students — 4‑bed rooms: about RMB 750/month per person, plus deposit.
Other costs: insurance, administrative fees, study materials, personal living expenses — vary depending on lifestyle.
Use NCEPU’s online application portal for international students.
Upload required documents: passport copy, prior degree certificate / transcript, application form, language test scores (English or HSK depending on language of instruction), study plan, passport photo, guarantor form (if needed), and health clearance / physical exam report (if requested).
Pay application fee and submit before the deadline (often May 30 for autumn intake). If applying for scholarship, select scholarship option on the form and provide any extra required documents.
Wait for admission decision; if accepted — NCEPU issues admission letter and visa‑related documents for student visa application.
Yes — NCEPU supports fully online application for international candidates via its official portal and documented application process.
The university’s International Education Institute (IEI) manages international admissions and support. IEI handles visa documentation, scholarship processing, dormitory assignment, orientation, Chinese or English language training for international students, and cooperation with overseas universities for joint programmes.
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NCEPU was established in 1958 in Beijing as the “Beijing Electric Power College.” Over decades the school expanded and evolved: in 1995 it merged with another institute and adopted the current name. After national power‑system reforms in 2003 administrative control shifted from the state power authority to the Ministry of Education, and a university council composed of major state power enterprises joined management.
Since then NCEPU has grown significantly: it now hosts around 3,000 faculty members, more than 20,000 undergraduates and about 7,000 postgraduates, across its main campus in Beijing and a branch campus in Baoding. The university developed strong engineering and energy‑power disciplines, national‑level research platforms, and deep industry‑university cooperation. Over time it contributed to China’s power and energy sector through training professionals, conducting research in smart grid, new energy, clean power technologies, and collaborating with power companies.
Students choose NCEPU for its strong programs in energy, electrical engineering, renewable energy and power‑related fields, combined with a stable academic environment and connection to industry. The university offers diverse majors beyond engineering — including management, economics, environmental science, and humanities — giving flexibility for different interests. International students are welcomed through the university’s International Education Institute (IEI), which provides programs in English or Chinese, and offers language training, admission support, and cooperation with global partner universities.
NCEPU works closely with major Chinese power enterprises and research institutions, which opens opportunities for internships, research projects, and industry-linked training.
Major academic units at NCEPU include:
School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering
School of Energy Power and Mechanical Engineering
School of Control and Computer Engineering
School of Environmental Science and Engineering / Renewable Energy & Clean Power
School of Economics and Management
School of Sciences (Mathematics, Physics)
Humanities / Social Sciences / Foreign Languages
Graduate School and Doctoral programmes, plus post‑doctoral and research centres in energy and power science
Scholarships for international students managed by IEI: full or partial tuition waivers, sometimes with accommodation support.
Support for self‑sponsored students, cooperation‑programme students, and scholarship‑applicants under different funding streams (government, enterprise, university) — depending on academic performance and discipline.
NCEPU offers on‑campus dormitories for international and domestic students. Typical dorm accommodation cost is relatively modest compared to major global cities. On‑campus housing gives easy access to classrooms, labs, libraries, and student facilities (sports, health, study halls).
Many students choose private apartments or shared houses near the campus or in nearby urban areas. Such off‑campus housing often offers more privacy and flexible living conditions. Local transport, shops, and services make off‑campus living reasonably convenient for students who wish to live outside campus dorms.
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