Programs

A four-year English-taught PhD in Environmental Science and Engineering at Jiangsu University in Zhenjiang, covering environmental chemistry, pollution control, ecological protection, waste biomass conversion, and environmental planning and management.

A three-year PhD in Environmental Science and Engineering, taught in English. Students conduct original research under academic supervision at Nanjing University of Information Science and Technology (NUIST).

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.

A four-year English-taught PhD in Fermentation Engineering at Jiangnan University. Research is conducted independently under faculty supervision.

A four-year English-taught PhD in Fermentation Engineering at Nanjing Forestry University. Students carry out original research supervised by faculty in fermentation science and bioprocess engineering.

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 English-taught PhD in Fluid Mechanics delivered in Xuzhou, covering both theoretical and applied fluid dynamics, with research outcomes relevant to academic, industrial, and research settings.

A four-year English-taught PhD in Food Science & Engineering at Jiangnan University. The programme requires original research under academic supervision.

This is a four-year English-taught PhD programme in Food Science and Engineering. Students conduct independent research in food-related fields under academic supervision at Jiangsu University.

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.

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.