EE Global Discovery
In alignment with the university's Global Open Development Strategy 2.0, the College of Electrical Engineering is deepening its international engagement and strengthening its academic profile through a series of study and exchange programs. These initiatives aim to establish diverse academic visit platforms for students and foster their global competence.
From January 18 to 25, 2026, a delegation of 31 undergraduate students and faculty members from the College of Electrical Engineering Zhejiang University participated in the Electrifying Innovation, Building the Future Together study program in the United Kingdom. The program was designed to broaden students’ international perspectives through on-site visits and in-depth engagement with innovative research and achievements in electrical engineering at leading British universities. The delegation was led by Professor Qinfen Lu and Lecturer Jiangping Zhao.
1. University of Cambridge
The delegation visited the University of Cambridge and held an academic visit session with the research group of Professor Teng Long from the Applied Power Electronics Laboratory. The exchange covered the university's profile, research outcomes in electronics, and advice for prospective international students, blending practical guidance with academic rigor. Members of Professor Teng Long’s team explained the dual-track management system of the University of Cambridge, clarifying the fundamental distinction between the University and its constituent Colleges.
2. University College London
At University College London (UCL), the group was guided by Dr. Yunda Yan from the Department of Computer Science on a campus tour, taking in notable sites including the library, dining halls, lecture buildings, and the campus chapel. Subsequently, the team visited the UCL Robotics Institute. The laboratory director provided a systematic overview of core challenges, technological breakthroughs, and application scenarios in robotics, sharing recent advances in several cutting-edge research areas.
3. Imperial College London
At Imperial College London, members of the research group led by Associate Professor Yunjie Gu in the Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering delivered wide-ranging academic presentations and practical guidance. They emphasized the importance of balancing theoretical innovation with industrial relevance and encouraged students to engage actively in experimental projects and develop problem-solving skills for complex engineering challenges. They also encouraged students to proactively engage with industry resources and to orient their research toward addressing global energy challenges.
4. King’s College London
The delegation visited King’s College London, where Reader Yihua Hu from the Department of Engineering provided a comprehensive introduction to the university and its Power Electronics Laboratory, covering institutional history, academic strengths, and disciplinary structure, as well as the laboratory’s core research directions, hardware facilities, and industry–academia collaboration outcomes.
A Successful Conclusion
Through this study program, students gained significant academic insights while deepening their familiarity with and adaptability to the international academic environment. They strengthened their cross-cultural communication and collaborative skills, further enhancing their global competitiveness. These experiences will serve as a strong foundation for their future academic and professional development on the world stage.
