Founded in 1940, Beijing Institute of Technology (BIT) stands as one of China's national key universities, consistently recognized and included in the prestigious "211 Project", "985 Project", and "Double First-Class" initiatives for universities. BIT enjoys a prominent position in both domestic and global educational spheres, boasting widespread influence reflected in its accolades including a rank of 340 in the 2024 QS World University Rankings, a placement within the 101-150 range in the 2023 Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU), and a commendable 9th place in the Chinese Mainland according to the QS Global Graduate Employability Rankings 2022.

While science and engineering constitute its primary focus, BIT maintains a harmonious development across other fields including manage- ment and humanities, with many of its disciplines consistently ranking within the top 10 in China. In recent years, BIT has elevated its interna- tional stature through the steadfast execution of an internationalization strategy, fostering a "big community" for the cultivation of global talents and continually enhancing the quality of its educational offerings. This forward-thinking approach extends to creating a cosmopolitan learning and living environment on campus, a testament to its evolving international presence and influence. Today, BIT takes pride in nurturing a vibrant and diverse student body that surpasses 2,700 international students from 149 countries around the world.