Programs

A three-year English-taught PhD in Forensic Medicine delivered by the School of Basic Medical Sciences at Nanjing Medical University. Students engage in scientific inquiry and hands-on forensic science training, and must secure a Provisional Acceptance Letter from a supervisor.

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.

This four-year PhD programme explores forest gene groups and bioinformatics. It applies genetic and computational approaches to forest genetic resource management and biodiversity conservation. Research questions relate directly to ecological sustainability and forest management.

This four-year PhD programme addresses forest genetics and tree breeding. Core topics include genetic mechanisms in trees, breeding methodologies, and ecological restoration techniques. Students engage with research and professional practice in forestry, particularly around sustainable management of forest resources.

A four-year, English-taught PhD in Forest Management at Nanjing Forestry University in Nanjing. The programme focuses on sustainable forest practices and ecological conservation, building research capacity within NJFU’s academic environment.

A four-year English-taught PhD in Forest Protection at Nanjing Forestry University, centred on conservation and sustainable forest ecosystem management. Research and study address ecological balance, biodiversity, and forest responses to climate change, integrating fieldwork with theoretical learning.

This four-year PhD programme focuses on furniture design and engineering. It combines design principles, materials science, and manufacturing processes, with attention to sustainability and technological integration in furniture systems.

This PhD programme in General Surgery is delivered in English over three years through Nanjing Medical University’s Fourth School of Clinical Medicine. Students conduct independent research in general surgical disciplines under academic supervision.

A four-year English-taught PhD in Genetics at Nanjing Forestry University, encompassing molecular genetics, plant breeding, and biotechnology. Ecological principles are embedded in genetic research, with preparation for roles in agriculture, conservation, and related scientific domains.

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 in Geratology is delivered by the Affiliated Sir Run Run Hospital of Nanjing Medical University. It investigates ageing using biological, psychological, and social frameworks, with an emphasis on interdisciplinary geriatric medicine research. Candidates must identify and secure supervision from a faculty member before enrolment.

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.

A three-year PhD in Internal Medicine with a specialisation in Infectious Diseases under the First School of Clinical Medicine. It integrates clinical experience with scientific inquiry to deepen knowledge and research capability in infection-related conditions.

A three-year English-taught PhD in Higher Education Management at Nanjing University of Information Science and Technology, grounded in original research under faculty guidance.

This PhD explores the historical development of scientific ideas and technological practices. It draws on contextual and historical analysis, reflecting NUIST’s long-standing engagement with meteorological education since 1960. The programme is offered in English over three years.

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.

A three-year PhD in Hygiene Toxicology with a focus on Tumor Biology, this programme explores how environmental toxins interact with tumour biology. It draws on Nanjing Medical University’s health sciences infrastructure and clinical teaching resources.

A four-year English-taught PhD in Industrial Catalysis located in Xuzhou, investigating catalysis science and its application in industrial processes, with original research aligned to academic, industrial, and research-institute contexts.

A four-year English-taught PhD in Industrial Design at Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University, delivered jointly with the University of Liverpool; candidates are registered as off-site University of Liverpool researchers, supervised by a principal supervisor at XJTLU and a co-supervisor in Liverpool; full-time study involves three years of research and thesis submission within four years; awards a University of Liverpool degree recognised in China and the UK.