China’s Leading Universities Boost AI Talent Development with Increased Enrollment

Top universities in China announced plans to expand undergraduate enrollment to develop talent in areas like artificial intelligence.

According to Reuters, Peking University announced this Saturday 150 undergraduate spots in 2025 to educate on fundamental disciplines related to areas of “national strategic importance” and emerging fields.

Renmin University also announced over 100 spots in multiple disciplines, including courses related to AI and innovation. Meanwhile, Shanghai Jiao Tong University added 150 places in areas such as biomedicine, new energy, AI, emerging industries, and other courses with focus on “cutting-edge technologies.”

China has been rapidly prioritizing AI education across multiple fields and academic environments, targeting learners of different age groups. the government outlined its goal to develop a “strong education nation” by 2035.

In February, multiple Chinese universities made announcements about new AI courses related to DeepSeek, just a few weeks after the AI model ranked in first place in Apple’s App Store in the United States. The advanced technology had a significant impact in the nation—and worldwide—boosting an academic trend including courses to understand the successful technology.

According to Fortune, these academic efforts are not limited to universities or adults. Children from six years old will be offered AI classes in school starting this fall. Multiple institutions in Beijing will offer multiple hours of AI classes to teach young students how to use AI models and tools and develop knowledge of the technology including AI ethics.

Another initiative gaining popularity in the country is the “AI self-study room,” an emerging business model that provides students with the necessary equipment and training—powered by AI—to develop new skills, as an affordable alternative to private tutors.

China stays ahead of market trends and demands in technology and education, preparing skilled professionals and citizens to navigate the changes brought by AI and maintain its global leadership in innovation.