Located on the outskirts of the city, Shenyang Normal University is spread over a spacious, beautifully sculptured campus. In its new setting the university has the space and modern facilities it needs to continue growing and improving its reputation.
The university has recently formed a joint venture with Fort Hays State University, Kansas, and an International Business School set up by the two universities now occupies a large portion of the north side of the campus. Shenyang Normal University also includes a School of Tourism and a School of International Business.
In China, universities denoted as Normal are primarily teacher training colleges, hence the large proportion of female students in the factfile above. These universities are very good for studying Chinese Language because the teachers have usually graduated from degree courses specializing in teaching foreign students.
The Chinese Language Centre for international students is located in the centre of the campus. The dormitory, teaching rooms and restaurant area are all situated inside the same building. The complex also contains a free internet cafe, a convenience store and a sports room.