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Shenzhen

广东省

Shenzhen: China's innovation hub, offering a dynamic student experience in a modern, green metropolis with unparalleled opportunities.

Tier 1

Universities

15 universities

  • Peking University Shenzhen Graduate School
  • Tsinghua University Shenzhen International Graduate School
  • Southern University of Science and Technology (SUSTech)
  • Harbin Institute of Technology (Shenzhen)
  • Shenzhen University
  • Chinese University of Hong Kong (Shenzhen)
  • Shenzhen Technology University

Cost of Living

Avg. Rent

¥2500

Avg. Meal

¥35

Coffee

¥28

Cost Index

65/100

Housing

Popular Student Neighborhoods

Nanshan (University Town)Futian (Central)Luohu (Shopping & Dining)Longgang (More Affordable)Bao'an (Developing)

Safety

Safety Rating

9/10

Night Transport Safety

Very safe, extensive metro and ride-hailing services available and well-monitored.

Safety Tips

Overall, public security is good. Traffic penalties in Shenzhen are strict, and driving regulations are high; please avoid illegal parking, speeding, and other illegal driving behaviors.

Emergency Numbers

Police110
Ambulance120
Fire119
Traffic Accidents122

Healthcare

30 tertiary hospitals

Major Hospitals

  • Peking University Shenzhen Hospital
  • Shenzhen People's Hospital
  • The University of Hong Kong-Shenzhen Hospital
  • Shenzhen Second People's Hospital
  • Southern Medical University Shenzhen Hospital

International Hospitals

  • The University of Hong Kong-Shenzhen Hospital (International Medical Center)
  • Shenzhen United Family Hospital

Transportation

Metro

16 lines, extensive coverage across all major districts, with ongoing expansion.

Airport

Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX)

Employment

GDP

¥346000 hundred million

Major Industries

High-tech ManufacturingInformation TechnologyFinancial ServicesLogisticsBiomedicineNew Energy

Top Companies

Huawei
Tencent
BYD
Ping An Insurance
China Merchants Bank
DJI
ZTE

Culture & Entertainment

Cultural Attractions

  • Window of the World
  • Splendid China Folk Culture Village
  • Overseas Chinese Town (OCT) East
  • Dafen Oil Painting Village
  • Shenzhen Museum
  • Lianhuashan Park
  • Nanshan Culture and Sports Center

Live Music

7/10

Nightlife

8/10

LGBTQ Friendly

6/10

Religious Facilities

Buddhist TemplesChristian ChurchesMosques

Climate & Environment

Winter Avg. Temp

16°C

Summer Avg. Temp

29°C

Rainy Days

35%

Sunlight Index

65/100

Air Quality

45