Working together with a number of prestigious universities of the world, BISTU hosted a series of short-term training and exchange programs for students during the Winter Vacation, aiming to build a globalized BISTU, strengthening students’ professional skills and global competitiveness, and “bring BISTU to the world”. As of now, all programs have been successfully concluded.

Research Project based on mentoring scheme at the University of Cambridge

Organized from 3rd to 14th February 2025, the Program incorporated a number of pathways, including AI and computer science, economics and financial models, humanities and sociology, high-tech, engineering, etc. Mentors of the University of Cambridge designed and delivered the lectures with various learning patterns: tutorials, lectures, group discussions, workshops, to name just a few. Students were expected to make a report in two weeks based on their respective research proposals. An essay would be completed on a later stage. The Program provided an opportunity for students in learning at world-leading universities and experiencing different cultures.

UCC ESG Navigator Learning

The Program was organized by University College Cork from 10th to 19th January 2025. Focusing on exploratory learning, it invited famous professors of industries and universities to join the research, field survey, and game simulation. Students obtained a deeper understanding of the application of ESG (Environmental, Social & Corporate Governance) in business scenarios in Ireland. Learning in the World No. 1 Green Campus, students were fully engaged in various international activities and felt in person the influence of ESG in everyday life.

Themed training “Innovation and development” in Japan

Two sessions of the Program, i.e., “humanities and artistic innovation” and “scientific and technological innovation”, were conducted at Kyoto University, Doshisha University, and the University of Tokyo in the form of lectures, seminars, corporate observation, on-site teaching, workshops, and urban culture exploration. Students deepened their understanding of interdisciplinary learning and innovation spirit in the context of various cultures via topics like autonomous flight vehicles, future energy, artificial intelligence, UN sustainable development goals, etc. and on-site learning in world famous companies, such as Toyota, Panasonic, NHK, and Kawasaki Robotics.

Academic visits at the University of Tokyo and Waseda University

Two phases of the Program (respectively from 14th to 25th January and from 4th to 15th February) saw a number of inspiring lectures and seminars delivered by professors from the University of Tokyo, Waseda University, Kyoto University, and Doshisha University on culture, science and technology, and economy. Special arrangements were made for students to observe and experience corporate culture in Toyota, Omron, Osaka Gas Group, etc. Students of the Program are partly sponsored by the organizers.

2025 Winter Learning in France

The Program was organized by League of Beijing Universities for Engineers of Preeminence. Dating from 9th to 16th February 2025, it allowed students from BISTU, Beihang University, Beijing Institute of Technology, Beijing Jiaotong University, etc. to participate in three modules, i.e., immersive learning in electronic technology, English language, and computer science at Centrale Méditerranée-Nice Campus. Exchanges and communication with faculty and students of French universities provided understanding of engineering education system, curricula and teaching methodology in French universities and enhanced the awareness of global cooperation. Visits to labs and enterprises allowed students to experience practical and global features as well as future trends of engineering education in France.

“Charm of Engineering: AI Creation” at the University of Tokyo

Organized by Extension of the University of Tokyo from 9th to 16th February 2025, the Program provided in-depth dialogues on the interdisciplinary area between AI and engineering. Prof. Yamasaki Toshihiko led students to non-traditional teaching models, group cooperation, actual data analysis, and cross-modal research to explore how to apply AI to decoding human emotions and rebuild the attraction of commodities and services. Students experienced frontier technologies including computer vision and natural language processing. New inspiration was sparked while completing their projects in Akiba

Students are very satisfactory with the learning programs:

Liu Kefei, College of Applied Technology:

Still vivid in my memory are the ancient roads, European-style buildings in morning mist, and undulating gentle waves of River Cam. In the classroom, professors lead us to independent, critical thinking, which opens a new window to knowledge. In this collegiate university, I met students from all corners of the world. We see no differences among genders, cultures, or nationalities. My mind was broadened and I learned to look at things from multi-dimensional perspectives. In Cambridge I envisioned a better me. My future road will be illuminated by the trip, just as Hsu Chih-Mo had said in “Saying Good-bye to Cambridge Again” : Very quietly I take my leave / As quietly as I came here.

Mao Qiran, Business School:

Actual cases and reliable data analysis by professors of the University College Cork reveal to us the complicated facts in globalization of environmental economy and the challenges we are facing with in the area of humanities and politics. It leads me to in-depth thinking of the subtle relations between environment and economy. It shall be noted that we have actually participated in market surveys, offering me an opportunity to experience the real markets. Now I have a better understanding of issues concerning global economy and environment. This trip undoubtedly is a memory to relish and cherish, which will motivate me to keep going in my future.

Jiang Junyi, College of Computer Science:

I have truly learned a lot, broadened my horizon from the trip, and had new thinking on my future learning and life. The strong learning atmosphere at the University of Tokyo is very impressive. Cultural experiencing activities show me the importance of the pursuit of perfection. I now know that concentration and patience are needed everywhere in our life. I have learned to better manage my time and emotions based on a clearer objective for future. I owe thanks to BISTU for such a precious opportunity of learning.

Ling Yiyang, College of Instrument Science and Opto-electronics Engineering:

An impressive, thrilling, vibrant trip from Tokyo to Kyoto to Osaka brings me to a number of famous universities and Japanese culture. Experiences in Waseda University and Kyoto University offer a deeper understanding of Japanese education. The unique model of Japanese enterprise is also very impressive, as I experienced when visiting Toyota. I am looking forward to future similar programs now.

Li Wenyuan, College of Automation:

I am very impressed with the open attitude of French classes. Views of all students can be freely expressed in class. Group discussions are the main method with which I have completed my group work. I start to realize that language is not only a tool but also a medium for cultures and values. Chinese and French are different. However, codes and circuit diagrams are universal. I deeply feel that the essence of technological innovation lies in complementary thinking, not perfectly expressed languages. The trip to Nice is not only good for accumulation of knowledge but also for growth of mind. I now become more aware of the close connections among science and technology, culture, and sustainable development. The future world requires interdisciplinary talents who both know technologies and have humanistic concerns.

Wang Xiaoqiang, College of Automation:

AI workshop at the University of Tokyo shows me the essence and extensive application of multi-modal transformers. Prof. Yamasaki Toshihiko offers us a thorough understanding of AI and application of multi-modal transformers and displays the charm of generative AI. I am impressed that the University of Tokyo has integrated engineering thinking into AI research and development, a multi-dimensional thinking of technological development. I see respective strengths of China and Japan in AI: China is strong in data and scenarios and Japan is good at AI application in medical treatment and architecture. Rooted in our own advantages, we are to learn from global theories and practices to make greater contributions to AI.