Tianjin University, the first institution of higher learning in the history of modern China, is one of the key universities of the country. As one of China's best research universities, TJU offers fully developed courses in science and technology, economics, management, etc. Since 1980's, Tianjin University has established academic exchange and cooperation relations with some 40 universities in over ten countries and regions, including USA, Britain, Japan, German and Canada. TJU offers both degree and non-degree programs covering a wide range of majors, such as business management, computer science and technology, art and so on.