A Bridge between Germany, Singapore and the Greater Bay Area
The TUM Shenzhen Liaison Office builds on the long-standing flagship partnership between the Technical University of Munich (TUM) and Tsinghua University. Based at the Tsinghua Shenzhen International Graduate School (SIGS), it serves as an institutional platform to support collaboration in research, education, academic exchange, and knowledge transfer across South China and the Greater Bay Area.
TUM Shenzhen: A New Chapter in a Long-standing Partnership
Over the years, the Technical University of Munich (TUM) and Tsinghua University have built a strong foundation of collaboration in research, education, and academic exchange, grounded in mutual trust and long-term institutional commitment.
TUM Shenzhen, launched on December 10, 2025, at the Tsinghua Shenzhen International Graduate School (SIGS), represents a strategic extension of the flagship partnership. It provides a dedicated structure to coordinate existing collaborations and to support the development of new academic initiatives across South China and the Greater Bay Area.
Operated by TUM Asia, the Liaison Office also strengthens a tri-regional academic connection between China, Germany, and Singapore, supporting TUM’s global strategy in research, education, and innovation.
A Strategic Presence in Shenzhen
Shenzhen and the Greater Bay Area offer a dynamic environment for translating research into real-world outcomes, bringing together universities, research centres, startups and industry leaders.
TUM Shenzhen helps partners and stakeholders engage TUM and TUM Asia more effectively by offering a clear entry point for:
- Academic exchange and talent pathways
- Joint research and innovation initiatives
- Ecosystem connections across China-Germany-Singapore
- Alumni, faculty and student engagement in the region
Collaboration Opportunities
We welcome collaboration with universities, research institutes, corporations, startups, ecosystem organizations, and public-sector stakeholders. Whether you are exploring:
- Research collaboration
- Academic exchange
- Talent development
- Pilot projects
- Institutional partnerships
TUM Shenzhen can help connect you with the appropriate academic and institutional stakeholders within the TUM and TUM Asia network. Please feel free to reach out if you would like to discuss potential areas of collaboration.
Contact
If you are interested in working with TUM and TUM Asia through the TUM Shenzhen Liaison Office, we’d love to hear from you.
Please contact our officer below.
Ms. Jianyu Jiao
TUM Shenzhen Project Liaison Officer, TUM Asia
203-7, Info Building, Tsinghua Shenzhen International Graduate School (SIGS), University Town of Shenzhen, Nanshan District, Shenzhen, 518055, China
Operated by TUM Asia
TUM Asia operates the Liaison Office to support TUM’s international collaboration goals and to strengthen ties across the region. With established capabilities in partnership development, program collaboration, stakeholder engagement and regional coordination, TUM Asia provides a reliable platform for partners looking to collaborate with TUM in Asia.