Chengdu University of Technology (CDUT) is a prestigious national public research university located in the Chenghua District of Chengdu, China. Founded in 1956 as the Chengdu College of Geological Exploration, it has evolved into a "Double First-Class" institution co-funded by the Ministry of Education, the Ministry of Natural Resources, and the Sichuan Provincial Government. The university is primarily recognized for its excellence in science and engineering, particularly in the fields of geology, petroleum engineering, and geohazard prevention, housing several state key laboratories. With two campuses in Chengdu and Yibin, CDUT serves over 40,000 students and offers a wide range of undergraduate, master's, and doctoral programs. The institution is also known for its extensive international cooperation, including dual-degree programs with the University of Edinburgh and Oxford Brookes University, and its campus is conveniently accessible via Chengdu Metro Lines 7 and 8.