Historic cooperation: Tongji University establishes German campus at Mediadesign University of Applied Science in Berlin

The Mediadesign Hochschule in Berlin and Tongji University in Shanghai have started a new co-operation. The opening of a Tongji Campus at mdh in Berlin marks an important step in German-Chinese educational relations.

A look at the history of Tongji University

Tongji University was founded in Shanghai in 1907 and began as the German Medical University. Just one year later, it was given the name ‘Tongji’ - a reference to the long tradition of Sino-German co-operation in education. Since then, Tongji University has developed into one of the most recognised universities in China.

Strengths in research and teaching

Tongji University is particularly strong in the fields of civil engineering and design:

• THE World University Rankings: 154th place worldwide
• Civil Engineering and Architecture: in the top 10 worldwide
• The School of Design and Innovation is one of the ten best design schools in the world

The new campus in Berlin offers the opportunity to contribute this expertise internationally.

A campus for collaboration

The campus will be used as a platform for intercultural dialogue and the exchange of knowledge. Regular academic conferences and joint research projects are planned. Tongji University can draw on its network of collaborations with German universities, which has existed for over 35 years, including with TU Berlin, TU Munich and Heidelberg University.

Opening with high-ranking guests

The opening ceremony of the Tongji Campus at mdh was attended by many guests, including:

• The Chinese Ambassador to Germany
• The President and Vice Presidents of Tongji University
• Representatives of German partner universities such as TU Berlin and TU Munich

This event emphasised the importance of cooperation between the two countries.

Opportunities and prospects

The Mediadesign University of Applied Sciences sees the partnership as an opportunity to promote intercultural exchange and joint research projects. The aim is to offer students new opportunities:

• Strengthen intercultural dialogue between Germany and China
• Develop new research approaches through joint initiatives
• Expand study opportunities for both institutions

An important step for the future

The Tongji Campus at mdh builds a bridge between two academic institutions to promote the exchange of knowledge and ideas. This collaboration offers students and researchers the opportunity to gain new perspectives and learn from each other.

mdh and Tongji University are looking forward to the joint projects and the opportunities that this campus offers.