Programs

A four-year English-taught PhD in Horticulture focused on plant science, sustainable agriculture, and horticultural systems, connecting research methods to food security and environmental sustainability.

A four-year English-taught PhD in Human Geography at East China Normal University examining spatial processes and human-environment interactions, with training in advanced research methodologies and theoretical frameworks for roles in academia, government, and geographic analysis sectors.

The four-year PhD in Industrial Catalysis at ECUST focuses on catalytic science and chemical process engineering. It extends the university’s long-standing engagement with catalyst design, reaction engineering, and industrial-scale chemical transformation. Instruction and supervision are conducted in English.

A three-year English-taught PhD in Industrial Economics at Shanghai University in Shanghai, involving original research conducted under faculty supervision.

The four-year English-taught PhD in Information & Communication Intelligent Systems at Donghua University supports research into intelligent signal processing, networked communication architectures, and adaptive system control.

A four-year English-taught PhD in Information and Communication Engineering at Shanghai Jiao Tong University in Shanghai, addressing signal processing, communication systems, and network technologies through research-led innovation and real-world implementation.

A four-year English-taught PhD in Inorganic Chemistry at East China University of Science and Technology, a public research university in Shanghai. The programme aligns with the university’s enduring emphasis on chemistry and is delivered across its multiple campuses in the city.

The four-year PhD in Instrument Science and Technology focuses on measurement science, sensor systems, and control instrumentation, emphasising methodological rigour and cross-disciplinary problem-solving.

A three-year, English-taught PhD in International Politics (DPIP) at Fudan University, with research emphasis on International Relations Theory, Political Economy, and Global Governance.

A four-year PhD in International Relations analysing global political structures, cooperation mechanisms, and conflict resolution approaches. Emphasis is placed on developing analytical rigour for academic, diplomatic, or multilateral institutional roles.

A four-year English-language PhD in Journalism and Communication exploring media systems, communication technologies, ethical principles, and critical perspectives on public discourse.

A four-year English-taught PhD in Language Culture and World Civilization at Shanghai University, using interdisciplinary and critical approaches to study linguistic, cultural, and civilizational themes within global contexts.

A four-year English-taught PhD at Tongji University in Linguistics and Applied Linguistics in Foreign Languages, centred on language acquisition, sociolinguistics, and language technology, using interdisciplinary research methods to examine linguistic phenomena across contexts.

A four-year English-language PhD in Management Science & Engineering at Donghua University, Shanghai, involving supervised original research.

A four-year PhD in Marine Biology taught in English at East China Normal University in Shanghai. Study centres on marine ecosystems, biodiversity, marine conservation, and scientific investigation, supported by practical experience and interdisciplinary perspectives.

A four-year English-taught PhD in Marine Chemistry at East China Normal University in Shanghai. The curriculum includes marine ecosystems, chemical oceanography, and environmental impacts on marine organisms, combining coursework and hands-on research. Career pathways include academia, research institutions, and environmental agencies.

A four-year PhD in Marine Geology delivered in English at East China Normal University in Shanghai. Research focuses on marine environments, geological processes, and their effects on global ecosystems, using advanced and interdisciplinary methods. Fieldwork forms part of the training.

A four-year English-taught PhD in Marine Sciences at Tongji University in Shanghai, investigating marine ecosystems and environmental challenges using interdisciplinary approaches from marine biology, oceanography, and environmental science.

The four-year English-taught PhD in Material Chemical Engineering at ECUST centres on the intersection of materials science and chemical engineering principles. Projects typically involve transport phenomena, process design, or material integration in engineered systems. Supervision takes place in Shanghai.

A four-year, English-language PhD in Material Physics & Chemistry at Donghua University in Shanghai. The programme addresses the physical and chemical characteristics of materials and their use in technology and industry, with training in advanced research methods and access to contemporary laboratory resources.

This PhD specialisation in Material Processing Engineering concentrates on composite materials, with four years of supervised original research at Donghua University in Shanghai.

A four-year, English-language PhD in Material Science at Donghua University in Shanghai. It covers advanced materials, their properties, and applications, with emphasis on innovation and sustainability, interdisciplinary work, and modern research infrastructure.

A four-year English-taught PhD in Materials Science and Engineering at Shanghai Jiao Tong University in Shanghai, centred on advanced materials and their technological and industrial uses, integrating original research and applied skill development.

A four-year English-taught PhD in Materials Science and Engineering at Tongji University in Shanghai, focusing on advanced materials and their functional applications through laboratory-based research training.