Research
Priorities
Joint Education

Guided by the “Double First-class” Initiative, the East China University of Science and Technology (ECUST) adheres to the principle of prioritizing stability while pursuing progress, advancing reforms and innovation.

The university fully implements the MDGI Strategy (Modernization, Digital-Intelligentization, Greening, and Internationalization Strategy) and intensifies efforts on the Two New & Two Great Initiative (New Energy, New Materials, Great Health, and Great Safety Initiative). 

With a focus on cultivating virtue and morality, ECUST accelerates the establishment of an independent system for developing top-tier innovative talents. It also supports high-level scientific & technological self-reliance, and contributes to the high-quality development of China.

01
Modernization
 Advance holistically the modernization of educational philosophy, infrastructure, pedagogical approaches, management mechanisms, and support systems to align with global academic standards.
02
Digital-Intelligentization
Accelerate the digital transformation in education, leveraging digital intelligence to empower talent cultivation, discipline construction, scientific & technological innovation, and service management.
03
Greening
Guided by the “Dual Carbon” goals (Carbon Peak & Carbon Neutrality), the university optimizes disciplinary framework, and integrated green engineering education into curricula, fostering eco-conscious innovators.
04
Internationalization
Deepen global engagement by expanding international academic exchanges and strengthening collaborative partnerships in education and research, reinforcing its role as a bridge between China and the world.

ECUST is committed to advancing Modernization, Digital intelligence, Greening, and Internationalization (MDGI), while comprehensively strengthening ideological and political leadership, talents competitiveness, scientific and technological innovation, livelihood security, social collaboration, and global influence, to pioneer a new phase in building a world-class university.

Two New & Two Great Initiative

Leading Disciplines

Guided by the “Four Orientations”, “Dual-carbon” goals (Carbon Peak & Carbon Neutrality) and three major missions, ECUST concentrates on addressing global issues in energy & resources, green safety, and health & aging. It will enhance the influence of “Chemistry” to build a world-class university with distinctive characteristics and multidisciplinary collaboration & development.