According to Baidu Encyclopedia, West Lake University is a new institution of higher learning sponsored by social forces and supported by the state. Formerly known as Zhejiang West Lake Institute of Advanced Studies, it was officially approved by the Ministry of Education on February 8, 2008. Committed to gathering first-class teachers, building first-class disciplines, cultivating first-class talents, and producing first-class results, it is very reliable to study doctoral programs. The "985 Project" refers to the major decision made by the China Production Party, People's Republic of China (PRC) and the State Council to build a world-class university at the turn of the century. The ranking of 985 University is particularly eye-catching-it represents excellent teaching quality and rich academic resources, and 985 PhD is also very reliable.