Yunnan University
云南大学
Comprehensive sciences, ecology and Asian studies
Yunnan University, engineering, medicine and Southeast Asia links
Kunming is Yunnan’s highland capital, with a mild climate and strong universities in comprehensive sciences, engineering and medicine. It is especially relevant to Southeast Asian studies, ecology, biodiversity and regional trade.
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8.5M
residents
~3 200 ¥/month with dorm, ~5 800 ¥ off-campus
planning budget
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云南大学
Comprehensive sciences, ecology and Asian studies
昆明理工大学
Engineering, materials and environment
昆明医科大学
Medicine and public health
December–February: dry and mild, around 4–17 °C
June–August: moderately warm and rainy, about 17–25 °C
A newer university cluster with several large campuses and metro access.
Older central district near Yunnan University’s historic campus.
Start with Yunnan University, Kunming University of Science and Technology, Kunming Medical University. Programme availability, teaching language and admission rules must be rechecked in the official guide for the relevant intake.
Treat the ranges on this page as planning estimates. Dorm choice, neighbourhood, season and eating habits can materially change the total.
Kunming suits ecology, biology, engineering, medicine and Asian studies, particularly for students who value mild weather and a moderate budget.
Population is rounded from the 2020 census. Budgets are editorial planning ranges, not an offer. Confirm programmes and requirements for the relevant intake.
Editorially reviewed: 2026-07-15
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