Programs

A three-year English-taught PhD in Olericulture is delivered by Sichuan Agricultural University. The programme supports research into vegetable crop production, physiology, genetics, and sustainable cultivation systems.

The PhD in Ornamental Horticulture is a four-year English-taught doctoral programme investigating ornamental plants and horticultural practice. It supports scholarly independence for academic, research, or industry-oriented pathways.

This PhD in Plant Nutriology studies plant nutrient uptake, metabolism, and the soil–plant relationships that influence growth and productivity. Based at Southwest University in Chongqing, it is a four-year doctoral programme grounded in original research for agricultural and scientific contexts.

A four-year English-taught PhD in Plant Pathology based at the Citrus Research Institute. Students investigate disease mechanisms, host–pathogen interactions, and management strategies specific to citrus and related species.

A three-year PhD in Plant Pathology, delivered in English. Students conduct independent research under academic supervision, addressing plant disease mechanisms and management.

A three-year English-taught PhD at Sichuan Agricultural University in Ya'an, focused on Pomology. Research covers fruit breeding, cultivation, and post-harvest technology, aligned with sustainable agricultural practices. Graduates gain expertise applicable to academic, research, and horticultural industry positions.

This three-year PhD programme focuses on postharvest science for horticultural products. It examines storage, handling, and processing methods to enhance food quality, safety, and sustainability. Research combines technical approaches with interdisciplinary perspectives.

A three-year, English-language PhD at Sichuan Agricultural University Sau focused on the quality and safety of food derived from animals, involving supervised original research.

A three-year English-taught PhD in Regional Economics and Rural Development. Candidates develop original research on spatial economic patterns and rural transformation processes.

A four-year English-taught PhD in Science of Fruit Trees at Southwest University in Chongqing, focusing on fruit crop biology and orchard production systems, designed to support independent research for academic, research, and agricultural roles.

This PhD in Science of Plant addresses fundamental and applied aspects of plant biology, including structure, function, development, and adaptation. Delivered over four years at Southwest University in Chongqing, it centres on original research with academic and agricultural relevance.

A four-year PhD in Science of Tea covering tea plant biology, post-harvest processing methods, and the scientific basis of tea product quality. Research is grounded in agricultural and food science contexts.

A four-year English-taught PhD in Science of Vegetable at Southwest University, concentrating on vegetable crop science and agricultural research. Candidates undertake original work relevant to academic, research, and agricultural practice contexts.

The PhD in Soil Science covers physical, chemical, and biological properties of soils, along with their formation, function, and sustainable management. As a four-year programme at Southwest University in Chongqing, it emphasises original research applicable to land use and environmental science.

The PhD in Special Animal Science is a four-year doctoral programme at Southwest University, Chongqing, studying the biology, physiology, and management of non-traditional livestock and specialty animals. It serves students aiming for academic, research, or agricultural sector roles.

A four-year English-taught PhD in Special Animals Science at Southwest University in Chongqing, exploring the biology and production systems of specialty animals via original research for academic, agricultural, and applied research purposes.

Jiangnan University delivers a four-year English-taught PhD in Sugar Refining Engineering. Students undertake supervised research into crystallisation, separation processes, and quality control in sugar production.