China Pharmaceutical University (CPU) is a distinguished public institution specializing in pharmaceutical education and research. Founded in 1936, CPU is one of China's key universities for pharmaceutical sciences and is located in Nanjing, Jiangsu Province. As a comprehensive university, CPU is committed to advancing knowledge and expertise in the pharmaceutical field, offering a range of undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs.

One of the distinguishing qualities of CPU is its dedication to pharmaceutical innovation and industry relevance. The university has a strong focus on research and development in pharmaceutical sciences, contributing significantly to advancements in drug discovery, healthcare, and the pharmaceutical industry. While specific global rankings may vary, CPU is recognized nationally and internationally for its contributions to pharmaceutical research and education. The university's emphasis on producing highly skilled professionals in pharmaceutical sciences, along with its collaborative partnerships with industry, makes it a leading institution for those seeking a career in pharmaceuticals and related fields.

This program combines the study of theories and research work on a range of pharmaceutical issues. The program is designed to prepare students to be leaders in the profession of pharmacy and to provide them with the tools to effectively practice in senior research and teaching positions in the field of innovative pharmaceutical research, biotechnology research, pharmaceutical assessment, design, production and management of new drug in research institutions, universities and enterprises.

Students in this program spend the first year studying pharmacy-related courses intensively. From the second year, students are required to choose their research fields and start their research work in different labs accordingly. Before graduation, students must complete all the required courses, publish required articles and defend thesis successfully.

According to the 2008 statistics of the Ministry of Education of China, CPU’s Pharmacy discipline ranks No. 1 and Traditional Chinese Pharmacy discipline ranks No. 3 among all Chinese universities.The university spirit is “strict, practical, creative and cooperative.” CPU graduates are devoted in serving the society, and enjoy a high reputation from employers and the society. The employment rate tops among the higher institutions in China, about 99.8% for undergraduates, 100% for post-graduates, and 99.33% for vocational school students. The rate fluctuates little to the economic environment.

Schools and Departments

CPU consists of 6 schools (School of Pharmacy, School of Traditional Chinese Pharmacy, School of life science and Technology, School of International Pharmaceutical Business, School of Continuing Education, and School of Higher Vocational Education), 4 independent departments (Dept. of Basic Sciences, Dept. of Foreign Languages, Dept. of Social Sciences, and Dept. of Physical Education), and 5 key labs and centers at state or provincial levels.

Programs

CPU offers 20 bachelor’s degree programs, 29 master’s programs, 24 doctoral programs and 6 post-doctoral fellowship programs. There are three national key disciplines: Pharmaceutical Chemistry , Pharmacognosy, Pharmaceutics and one provincial key discipline–Modern Traditional Chinese Pharmacy and Pharmacognosy.

Campus

CPU is located in Nanjing , the “ancient capital city of six dynasties” in China and is composed of two campuses including Xuanwumen campus located in downtown Nanjing and Jiangning campus in the southeast outskirt of Nanjing.

International

The university is also active in international academic exchanges. It has made academic exchange agreements with more than 30 higher education institutions in different countries and regions of the world, including Japan, the United States, UK, Australia, Italy and Hong Kong. In addition, it maintains academic relationships with research institutions and universities in more than 40 countries and regions.