Programs

The PhD in Electrical Engineering explores electrical systems and technologies as applied to water infrastructure, energy efficiency, and smart grid integration in water-related sectors. It connects core electrical engineering concepts with Hohai University’s strengths in hydraulic and environmental systems. The four-year programme is based in Nanjing.

A four-year English-language PhD in Electrical Engineering at Southeast University, Nanjing, involving supervised original research.

A four-year English-taught PhD in Electrical Engineering & Technology with specialisation in Integrated Circuit Design at Southeast University, Nanjing. The curriculum includes fundamentals and applications of electronic systems and circuit design, preparing students for R&D positions in academia and the semiconductor sector.

A four-year English-taught PhD in Electronic Science & Engineering at Southeast University, Nanjing, providing advanced instruction in contemporary technologies and research methods through structured coursework and practical research experience, aimed at preparing graduates for academia, industry, or research institutions.

The PhD in Engineering Mechanics investigates how materials and structures behave under load in hydraulic, civil, and coastal engineering settings. It links theoretical mechanics to real-world performance of water infrastructure and environmental systems. The four-year programme is located in Nanjing.

A four-year English-taught PhD in Engineering of Heating, Gas, Ventilation & Air-conditioning at Southeast University, with research focus on energy efficiency and environmental sustainability in HVAC systems.

A four-year English-taught PhD in Fermentation Engineering at Nanjing Forestry University. Students carry out original research supervised by faculty in fermentation science and bioprocess engineering.

The four-year PhD in Forest Engineering addresses forest management, engineering systems, and technological development, with attention to sustainability and environmental outcomes. Research spans both theoretical and applied aspects of forestry.

The PhD in Geodesy and Surveying Engineering covers precise measurement, spatial data collection, and monitoring methods for water bodies, river basins, and hydraulic structures. It applies geospatial techniques to challenges in water resource management and infrastructure development. The programme runs for four years in Nanjing.

This PhD programme focuses on geological resources and engineering problems linked to water infrastructure, including groundwater behaviour, reservoir stability, dam foundations, and geological hazards in river basins. It is delivered by Hohai University in Nanjing, a Ministry of Education institution with deep expertise in water-related earth systems. The programme bridges geotechnical engineering and geological science within an applied research context.

A four-year English-taught PhD in Geotechnical Engineering at Southeast University, Nanjing, covering soil mechanics, foundation engineering, and environmental geotechnics. Students engage in advanced coursework and research to develop expertise for academic, industrial, and research careers.

This PhD programme specialises in harbour layout, coastal sediment transport, offshore structure design, and climate-related impacts on marine infrastructure. It is grounded in Hohai University’s established expertise in coastal and ocean engineering, delivered through its graduate school in Nanjing.

The PhD in Hydraulic Machinery focuses on research into the design, operation, and performance of hydraulic equipment used in water resource systems. It builds on Hohai University’s long-standing engagement with water infrastructure and integrates engineering principles with practical applications in hydropower and irrigation. The programme is delivered in English over four years in Nanjing.

This four-year PhD programme specialises in hydraulics and river dynamics. It draws on Hohai University’s long-standing concentration in water systems engineering, including hydraulic, coastal, and river-related research domains.

The PhD in Hydraulics Structure Engineering investigates the design, analysis, and performance of hydraulic structures such as spillways, sluices, and intake systems under dynamic flow conditions. It is based at Hohai University in Nanjing, aligning with the university’s foundational role in water resources engineering.

This four-year PhD programme examines hydrological processes—water movement, distribution, and quality—as well as integrated water resources management. It reflects Hohai University’s institutional emphasis on hydrological sciences and water-related engineering.

The four-year, English-taught PhD in Information & Communication Engineering at Southeast University covers signal processing, network systems, and data communications. It combines theoretical depth with applied research and encourages interdisciplinary work.

A four-year English-taught PhD in Information and Communication Engineering specialising in Integrated Circuit Design at Nanjing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics in Nanjing. Training combines research and practical technical work in circuit design and communication technologies.

A four-year English-taught PhD in Information and Communication Engineering at Nanjing University of Science and Technology. Students carry out supervised original research in the field.

A four-year PhD in Information and Communication Engineering at Nanjing University of Posts and Telecommunications, delivered in English, leveraging the university’s expertise in telecommunications and information technology to advance research and development in the discipline.

A three-year English-taught PhD in Information and Communication Engineering. The programme builds on NUIST’s strengths in atmospheric science and engineering, covering signal processing, wireless communications, and network systems through research-led study.

A four-year PhD in Instrument Science and Technology focusing on measurement, control, and instrumentation systems. The programme integrates theoretical understanding with practical application in high-technology settings.

A four-year PhD in Instrumental Science & Technology, this programme advances expertise in instrumentation through integrated theoretical study and experimental work.

A three-year, English-taught PhD in Lighting Science and Technology at Nanjing University of Information Science and Technology (NUIST) in Nanjing. Research is original and supervised by faculty.