Programs

This PhD programme explores computational methods, systems design, and technological applications relevant to water infrastructure, environmental monitoring, and resource modelling. Based at Hohai University in Nanjing, it operates within a broader engineering and science framework shaped by the university’s water-related mission.

A four-year English-language PhD in Computer Science and Technology at Nanjing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics in Nanjing, involving supervised original research.

A four-year English-language PhD in Control Science and Engineering at Nanjing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics (NUAA) in Nanjing. The programme centres on advanced control systems, with research spanning engineering applications, innovation, practical implementation, and interdisciplinary methods.

The PhD in Control Science and Engineering is a four-year, English-taught doctoral programme examining control theory and its implementation in engineered systems. Students undertake supervised original research aligned with current challenges in automation and system dynamics.

This four-year, English-taught PhD in Control Science and Engineering at Southeast University involves supervised independent research in control theory, systems engineering, and related applications.

The four-year English-taught PhD in Cyberspace Safety at Nanjing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics involves supervised original research in areas related to digital security and infrastructure protection.

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

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

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-taught PhD in Electrical Engineering at Nanjing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics in Nanjing. Research areas include signal processing, control systems, and renewable energy technologies, with emphasis on applied research and interdisciplinary collaboration.

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 Environmental Science & Engineering at Southeast University, covering environmental sustainability, pollution control, and resource management through interdisciplinary research and practical application.

The PhD in Environmental Science and Engineering centres on water quality, ecosystem dynamics, pollution control, and sustainability in aquatic environments. It draws on Hohai University’s long-standing strengths in hydraulic and coastal engineering, situated within its Ministry of Education–affiliated graduate school in Nanjing.

A four-year English-taught PhD in Environmental Science and Engineering at Nanjing University of Science and Technology. Students undertake supervised original research addressing environmental challenges.

The four-year PhD in Finance develops deep understanding of financial theory and applied research techniques. Core areas include financial markets, risk management, and investment strategies. Graduates pursue careers in academia, financial institutions, or research organisations.

A four-year PhD in Foreign Language and Literature at Southeast University, Nanjing, taught in English. Core areas include linguistic theory, literary analysis, and cultural studies, aiming to strengthen critical thinking and advanced communication for roles in academia, research, and language-related professions.

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.