Programs

This PhD programme in Management Science and Engineering is a three-year, English-taught research degree. Students conduct independent, original research in areas such as operations research, systems engineering, or decision science. Supervision is provided by faculty members at the University of Shanghai for Science and Technology.

A four-year English-taught PhD in Manufacture Engineering of Aerospace Vehicle at Beihang University in Beijing, centred on advanced manufacturing processes for aerospace platforms and supervised by academic staff.

The four-year English-taught PhD in Marine Affairs combines marine science, ocean law, and coastal management. It builds research and communication skills for professional work in marine policy and management.

A four-year English-taught PhD in Marine Biology at Ocean University of China, Qingdao, centred on marine ecosystems and biological processes, supported by mobile marine laboratory systems and grounded in the university’s oceanography and fisheries strengths.

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.

This four-year PhD programme focuses on Marine Chemical Engineering and Technology. It bridges marine science and chemical engineering to support sustainable environmental practices and responsible marine resource use. Research is applied and technology-oriented, grounded in the marine context of Qingdao.

This four-year PhD programme studies chemical processes in marine environments, including marine biogeochemistry and environmental chemistry. Research draws on oceanographic processes and is supported by research vessels and international collaboration. The work connects molecular-scale reactions to large-scale ocean systems.

A three-year English-taught PhD in Marine Chemistry at Xiamen University in Xiamen, China, focused on marine biogeochemistry, ecosystem chemistry, and environmental chemistry. Research combines lab-based and field-based methods, leveraging the university’s coastal location to examine marine processes and anthropogenic influences.

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 English-language PhD in Marine Engine Engineering at Harbin Engineering University, Harbin, involving supervised original research.

This four-year PhD programme examines marine environmental dynamics using interdisciplinary methods from marine science, policy, and sustainability. It is delivered in English at Tianjin University and prepares students for research and professional roles in marine-related academia, institutions, and consultancy.

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 three-year English-taught PhD in Marine Geology at Xiamen University in Xiamen, covering sedimentology, marine geophysics, and coastal dynamics within marine environments, preparing graduates for careers in academia, environmental consulting, and governmental agencies.

Ocean University of China in Qingdao provides a four-year English-taught PhD in Marine Geology. The programme investigates geological processes in marine settings, combining geology and oceanography, with research supported by advanced marine infrastructure.

This four-year PhD programme covers marine geophysics, including seismic analysis and ocean floor mapping. It integrates theory with applied research using the university’s marine facilities. The focus lies on understanding physical properties and processes of the seabed and sub-seabed.

Ocean University China Ouc in Qingdao offers a four-year English-taught PhD in Marine Materials Science and Engineering, involving original research supervised by faculty members.

A three-year, English-taught PhD in Marine Meteorology at Nanjing University of Information Science and Technology (NUIST) in Nanjing. The programme investigates atmospheric–oceanic interactions and applies meteorological methods to global climate challenges. It provides access to the World Meteorological Organisation Regional Training Centre and supports international collaboration.

A four-year, English-language PhD in Marine Pharmacy at China Pharmaceutical University in Nanjing. Candidates carry out original research under faculty supervision.

A three-year English-taught PhD in Marine Physics at Xiamen University in Xiamen, China, concentrating on physical mechanisms in marine systems. Training emphasises rigorous research techniques and equips graduates for roles in academic research, environmental consultancy, and marine technology sectors.

The PhD in Marine Science investigates coastal and marine processes—including sediment transport, hydrodynamics, and ecosystem dynamics—in estuarine and nearshore zones. It supports integrated water management and coastal protection through a marine science lens. The programme is based in Nanjing and lasts four years.

A three-year English-taught PhD in Marine Science at Shanghai Ocean University Shou in Shanghai, covering marine ecosystems, oceanography, and interdisciplinary marine topics, preparing students for research and professional work in academic, government, and industry contexts.

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.

A four-year PhD in Marine Technology, taught in English at Ocean University of China in Qingdao. Research is applied to real-world marine systems and technologies, supported by the university’s marine infrastructure, including observation systems and research vessels.

The four-year PhD in Marxism in China explores Marxist theory as it relates to Chinese social and political conditions. It supports academic, research, and policy-focused career paths through conceptual and methodological training.