Abstract: Objective To explore the knowledge, attitude and practice (KAP) of university study in Shanghai, as well as the situation and obstacles to conduct health education in universities.  Methods 1026 students in six universities in two districts were sampled and investigated with the questionnaire; 23 qualitative in-depth interviews were also conducted to student TB patients, health workers in CDC, doctors working in university infirmary and university teachers.  Results The general awareness rate of key information on TB control is 57.6%, and that on suspected symptom and free policy is 30.2% and 21.7% respectively. About 77.4% of students never explore TB knowledge actively. Health education on TB control is facing several problems.  Conclusion s It’s emergent to strengthen health education in universities, which needs the collaboration between health and education section.

Key words: tuberculosis, pulmonary/prevention and control, health education, questionaires, Shanghai