With over a century of academic excellence, the Civil Engineering discipline at Shanghai Jiao Tong University (SJTU) has cultivated 38 academicians and a legacy of distinguished leaders in academia and industry. As one of the first group of disciplines selected for China’s prestigious “Double First-Class” Initiative, we maintain a preeminent international reputation. In the 2025 QS World University Rankings by Subject, SJTU Civil Engineering was ranked No. 16 globally and No. 3 in China.
Our department drives innovation across a broad spectrum of research areas:
- Smart and Sustainable Construction
- Marine and Coastal Infrastructure Engineering
- Advanced Structural and Construction Materials
- Urban and Infrastructure Resilience
Students benefit from the Shanghai Key Laboratory of Digital Operation and Maintenance for Public Buildings and Infrastructure. This world-class platform focuses on intelligent sensing, digital twins, and smart maintenance, offering a premier environment for interdisciplinary research.