Shanghai is the economic center of China, and international relations relies heavily on trade and economics. This makes this university ideal for studying International Relations. Additionally, Shanghai is an international city, where people from all over the world and all over China gather, making it a place where China's international relationship with other countries can be seen in day-to-day interactions. This university is also one of the top ranking international universities in China, and second-to-none for foreigners who wish to study China first hand. I chose this university simply because it is the best place for me and my continuing education.