Programs

Hebei Normal University runs a four-year English-language PhD in Archaeology, centred on original research directed by faculty members.

A four-year English-taught PhD in Archaeology at Sichuan University in Chengdu, encompassing archaeological theory, methodology, fieldwork practice, and data analysis, with original research aligned to academic, cultural heritage, and consultancy careers.

Wuhan University of Technology offers a four-year English-taught PhD in Arts Studies, focusing on arts theory and scholarly inquiry into the arts.

A four-year PhD in Basic Problems of Modern Chinese History trains students in historical methodology and critical analysis. The programme supports independent research on pivotal themes in modern Chinese history for careers in academia, archives, or cultural institutions.

A four-year PhD in China Studies delivered in English at Shanghai International Studies University in Shanghai. The programme adopts an interdisciplinary perspective on China’s history, culture, politics, and society, incorporating comparative analysis and leveraging the university’s expertise in languages and international academic collaboration.

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.

The PhD in Chinese History is a four-year English-taught doctoral programme focused on China’s historical development. Students conduct original research relevant to academic or historical research careers.

A four-year, English-taught PhD in Chinese Language and Literature at Ocean University China OUC in Qingdao, involving original research guided by faculty supervisors.

A four-year PhD in Chinese Philosophy centred on classical Chinese texts and contemporary philosophical discourse within Chinese traditions. It develops original research for academic, research, or cultural-institution careers.

A four-year English-taught PhD in Chinese Philosophy at East China Normal University in Shanghai centred on critical analysis and original research into Chinese philosophical traditions and their modern interpretations, supporting careers in academia, cultural institutions, and policy-related fields.

This is a four-year PhD programme in Civil Law and Commercial Law delivered in English at Soochow University. Candidates develop original legal scholarship under faculty guidance, focusing on doctrinal, comparative, or socio-legal dimensions of civil and commercial law frameworks.

A four-year English-language PhD in Constitutional Law and Administrative Law at Ocean University China Ouc in Qingdao, involving supervised original research.

A four-year English-language PhD in Culture Studies is delivered by the University of Nottingham Ningbo China in Ningbo, operating within its transnational academic framework established in 2004 and approved by China’s Ministry of Education.

Xiamen University delivers a four-year English-taught PhD in English Language and Literature. The programme focuses on literary studies, linguistic analysis, and intercultural discourse, supporting scholarly and professional work in global contexts.

A four-year, English-language PhD in English Language and Literature at Nankai University in Tianjin, focusing on literary studies, linguistics, and critical theory, with emphasis on interdisciplinary research into English-language texts and their contexts.

This PhD in English Language and Literature at Sichuan University centres on literary theory, critical interpretation, and discipline-specific research practices. It supports original scholarly work applicable to academic teaching, publishing, and cultural analysis.

A four-year English-taught PhD in English Language and Literature at Central China Normal University. The programme builds expertise in literary theory, research methodology, and current debates in English studies, with relevance to academic, publishing, and cultural sector careers.

The PhD in English Language and Literature is a four-year English-taught programme centred on literary analysis and English language scholarship. Students complete original research oriented toward academic and cultural-sector professions.

A four-year English-taught PhD in English Language and Literature at Beihang University involving supervised research in linguistics, literary studies, or cultural analysis through the university’s humanities faculty.

The PhD in English, Culture and Communication is a three-year English-taught research degree offered by Xi Jiaotong Liverpool University in partnership with the University of Liverpool. It covers language, literature, translation, film, digital media, and communication studies.

A four-year PhD in Foreign Language and Literature at the University of Science and Technology Beijing. The programme centres on literary traditions, critical theory, and cultural studies. Candidates develop expertise in research and close textual analysis, preparing for academic, publishing, and internationally focused careers.

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.

The four-year PhD in Foreign Languages and Literature is English-taught and centres on supervised original research in language, literature, or related fields. Candidates develop scholarly expertise through sustained independent investigation.

A four-year, English-taught PhD in Foreign Languages and Literatures at Ocean University China OUC in Qingdao, involving original research guided by faculty supervisors.