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A three-year English-taught PhD focusing on observational and analytical techniques for atmospheric remote sensing and sounding. The programme supports research in meteorology and environmental science at Nanjing University of Information Science and Technology (NUIST).

Environmental Science

A four-year, English-taught PhD in Basic Medicine at Nantong University Ntu, requiring original research under faculty supervision.

Medicine & Health

The four-year PhD in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology focuses on biochemical mechanisms and molecular-level analysis, including genetic engineering and bioinformatics. Research applications connect to ecological health and environmental science.

Natural Sciences

A four-year English-taught PhD in Biological & Medical Engineering at Southeast University, Nanjing, centred on biomedical engineering fundamentals and healthcare technology research, linking theory to practice for careers in academia, industry, or research institutions.

Engineering

The PhD in Biological Sciences is a four-year research doctorate focused on original investigation into significant biological questions. Supervision is provided by faculty trained in international laboratories, and candidates use Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University’s research facilities. The degree is awarded by the University of Liverpool and recognised by China’s Ministry of Education.

Natural Sciences

A four-year English-taught PhD in Biology at China Pharmaceutical University requires candidates to undertake original research under faculty guidance.

Natural Sciences

The PhD in Biology is a four-year, English-taught research programme at Southeast University. Students conduct independent biological research under academic supervision.

Natural Sciences

A three-year English-taught PhD in Biomedical Engineering at Nanjing Medical University, combining theoretical and practical training, supporting interdisciplinary research, and requiring a Provisional Acceptance Letter from a supervisor.

Engineering

Nanjing Forestry University offers a four-year English-taught PhD in Botany, supporting doctoral candidates in conducting supervised research on plant science and related disciplines.

Natural Sciences

A four-year PhD in Bridge and Tunnel Engineering, this programme addresses infrastructure design, construction, and maintenance through civil engineering research and practice.

Engineering

The PhD in Business Administration analyses management practices, economic decision-making, and policy formulation within water enterprises, infrastructure projects, and environmental organisations. It reflects Hohai University’s expansion beyond engineering into economics and management disciplines. The programme lasts four years and is based in Nanjing.

Business & Economics

The PhD in Business Administration is a three-year, English-taught doctoral programme. It centres on original scholarly research in business theory, management practice, and organisational dynamics.

Business & Economics

A four-year, English-taught PhD in Cell Biology at Nanjing Forestry University in Nanjing. Students carry out original research supervised by faculty members.

Natural Sciences

The PhD in Chemical Engineering is a four-year doctoral programme addressing chemical process design and technology applications in energy, materials, and environmental engineering. Students carry out original research aligned with these applied domains.

Engineering

The PhD in Chemical Engineering and Technology at Soochow University is a four-year, English-taught research programme. It addresses challenges in process design, reaction engineering, separation technologies, and sustainable chemical production.

Engineering

A four-year English-taught PhD in Chemical Engineering and Technology at Nanjing University of Science and Technology. Students conduct supervised original research in chemical engineering contexts.

Engineering

A four-year English-taught PhD in Chemical Engineering and Technology at Southeast University, Nanjing, examining advanced chemical processes and engineering concepts, with research spanning process design, materials science, and environmental engineering for roles in academia, industry, or research.

Engineering

A four-year, English-taught PhD in Chemical Processing Engineering of Forest Products at Nanjing Forestry University. The programme supports research and practical application in the sustainable processing and utilisation of forest resources.

Engineering

The PhD in Chemical Technology is a four-year doctoral programme centred on advanced chemical processes and their translation into industrial practice. Candidates conduct original research to support careers across academia, industry, or public-sector technical roles.

Engineering

The PhD in Chemistry is a four-year English-taught research programme at Xi Jiaotong Liverpool University, delivered in collaboration with the University of Liverpool. Research themes include nanomaterials, organic synthesis, green chemistry, sensors, and drug delivery.

Natural Sciences

This four-year, English-taught PhD in Chemistry at Soochow University supports independent research across subdisciplines including organic, inorganic, physical, analytical, and materials chemistry. Candidates work under faculty supervision to advance knowledge through experimental or theoretical investigation.

Natural Sciences

Jiangnan University delivers a four-year English-taught PhD in Chemical Engineering and Technology. Research spans process design, reaction engineering, and sustainable chemical technologies.

Natural Sciences

The PhD in China Studies is a four-year doctorate in the humanities and social sciences, jointly delivered by Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University and the University of Liverpool. It supports original research on China across disciplines including history, literature, sociology, anthropology, geography, politics, and international relations. Students are based at XJTLU and supervised by academic staff from both institutions. The award is a University of Liverpool degree, recognised by China’s Ministry of Education.

Humanities

A four-year English-taught PhD in Circuits & Systems at Southeast University, involving advanced circuit design, systems integration, and emerging electronics technologies, integrating theoretical study with applied research.

Engineering