The University of Science and Technology of China (USTC), based in Hefei, is one of China's most selective science and engineering universities. It is internationally renowned for its pioneering work in quantum information and quantum cryptography, including landmark quantum communication experiments.
Its computer science and information security research spans classical cryptography, network security and the emerging field of quantum-safe communication.
USTC offers a highly research-intensive environment for students focused on the scientific foundations of security.