Xiamen University and South China University of Technology are both well-known 985 universities in South China. Both universities have their own characteristics and are very popular with students. However, there are still great differences between the two universities, mainly in the following aspects:

First, the school characteristics

(1) Xiamen University

Xiamen University is a famous university featuring arts and sciences, with economics, accounting, chemistry and biology as its trump cards. The only weakness is the lack of strong engineering majors in Xiamen University, which is caused by historical reasons.

Historically, Xiamen University was once a very comprehensive university. 1952 when the departments were adjusted, Xiamen University's powerful engineering majors were merged into Tsinghua, Zhejiang University, Southeast University and Hohai University. Only the College of Arts and Sciences was retained. This has caused the status quo of Xiamen University.

(2) South China University of Technology

South China University of Technology is completely different from Xiamen University. It is a 985 university featuring science and engineering. It was once one of the four famous engineering colleges. At present, South China University of Technology has always maintained a style characterized by science and engineering and coordinated development of other disciplines. At present, it is the best science and engineering college in South China.

Second, the reputation of the school.

Xiamen University is much more famous than South China University of Technology.

First, Xiamen University has a longer history than South China University of Technology. It is the earliest private university in China. However, South China University of Technology was established after the adjustment of 1952 departments, and the school was not established for a long time.

Second, Xiamen University has always been regarded as the most beautiful university campus in China. The main campus is located in the beautiful seaside of Xiamen, and the campus environment is beautiful. It has become one of the famous scenic spots of Xiamen University, attracting countless students and parents to visit it every year. Therefore, Xiamen University is famous in China.

Although the campus environment of South China University of Technology is also beautiful, many ancient buildings are antique, and several artificial lakes on campus are also beautiful. However, it didn't promote itself like Xiamen University, and kept a low-key style in science and engineering colleges. The overall strength of the school is also at a medium level among 985 colleges and universities, so it is not particularly eye-catching.

Third, choose suggestions.

Xiamen University and South China University of Technology are both very good 985 universities, and their comprehensive strength ranks equally, both of which are of medium level. Therefore, whether it is the college entrance examination or postgraduate entrance examination, if faced with a choice, my personal suggestions are as follows:

(1) If you want to study engineering, there is no doubt that you will choose South China University of Technology. The engineering course of South China University of Technology is still very good in the whole country. Strong professional strength, high recognition, and more importantly, there is no strong competitor in South China.

(2) If you want to study economics, accounting or other liberal arts majors, it is recommended to choose Xiamen University. After all, these are the unique skills of Xiamen University, and Xiamen University has a high recognition in the country, both in reputation and professional strength.

(3) If you don't need to consider your major, I personally suggest choosing South China University of Technology. South China University of Technology is more low-key, with the strongest hard power and superior geographical location. Located in the most economically developed Pearl River Delta, the economy is active. The employment rate of South China University of Technology in the Pearl River Delta is excellent and highly recognized by major enterprises. Although Xiamen is a famous tourist city, the lack of large industrial enterprises has more or less affected the employment of Xiamen University students.

What some netizens said is very reasonable. Don't be misled by fame when choosing a university. You only think that Xiamen University is better than South China University of Technology, but it may be more reasonable to choose according to your major.

The above is purely a personal opinion. I don't know which university you would choose if it were you. Welcome to communicate.