Programs

The PhD in Genetics is a three-year English-taught research degree. Students undertake supervised investigation into genetic mechanisms, variation, and function across plant, animal, or microbial systems.

This PhD programme in Geobiology at Northwest University in Xi'an is a three-year, English-taught research degree. Students conduct independent investigations into the interactions between geological and biological processes, guided by academic supervisors.

The PhD in Geochemistry analyses elemental and isotopic behaviour in rocks, fluids, and soils, with attention to environmental change and resource systems. It prioritises analytical techniques and interpretation of geochemical data.

The PhD in Geochemistry at Northwest University in Xi'an is a three-year, English-taught programme focused on chemical processes in Earth systems. Candidates carry out supervised original research in areas such as isotope geochemistry or environmental geochemistry.

This four-year PhD programme builds expertise in geological sciences, with research supported by university facilities including a mobile marine laboratory system. It develops analytical and field-based skills applicable to earth surface and subsurface processes. The scope includes both terrestrial and marine geological settings.

China University of Petroleum (Beijing) delivers a four-year English-taught PhD in Geology, with coursework and research in structural geology, sedimentary basin analysis, and applied resource assessment.

A four-year English-taught PhD in Geology at the University of Science and Technology of China (USTC) in Hefei, delivering advanced study of geological processes, materials, and their environmental relationships. Research is interdisciplinary and frequently connected to national laboratories or field-based geological challenges. Graduates pursue roles in academic, industrial, and research settings within Earth sciences.

A four-year English-taught PhD in Geophysics at China University of Petroleum (Beijing), located in Beijing, involving original research supervised by faculty members.

The PhD in Geophysics at Northwest University in Xi'an is a three-year, English-taught research programme. Students investigate Earth’s physical properties and processes—including seismology, geomagnetism, and geodynamics—through supervised projects.

A four-year English-taught PhD in Geophysics at the University of Science and Technology of China (USTC) in Hefei, examining Earth’s physical characteristics and dynamic systems through theoretical analysis and applied research. Students work with advanced instrumentation and participate in interdisciplinary projects tied to national geoscience priorities. The programme prepares students for research and professional roles in academia, industry, and government.

This PhD programme in High Energy Density Physics at Peking University is a four-year doctoral training exploring the behaviour of matter under extreme energy-density conditions. Candidates conduct independent research intended for academic and research-focused careers.

The PhD in Hydrobiology investigates the biology, ecology, and interactions of aquatic organisms within freshwater and marine ecosystems. At Southwest University in Chongqing, students complete a four-year programme focused on original research in aquatic science.

The four-year PhD in Hydrobiology explores aquatic biological systems across freshwater and marine contexts. It integrates molecular and cellular mechanisms with broader life sciences concepts. Training combines structured coursework with independent research into the biology of aquatic organisms.

A four-year English-taught PhD in Inorganic Chemistry at Zhengzhou University, centred on advanced research, critical thinking, and practical laboratory work in inorganic chemistry.

A four-year English-taught PhD in Inorganic Chemistry at East China University of Science and Technology, a public research university in Shanghai. The programme aligns with the university’s enduring emphasis on chemistry and is delivered across its multiple campuses in the city.

The three-year English-taught PhD in Inorganic Chemistry provides training in core inorganic principles and experimental methods. Emphasis lies on laboratory work and collaborative research across chemical subdisciplines.

This four-year PhD programme centres on low-dimensional materials and their integration into functional devices. Research bridges fundamental materials behaviour with device-level implementation. Students work under faculty supervision at Tsinghua University.

A four-year English-taught PhD at Tsinghua University in Beijing, concentrating on magnetic materials and their use in information storage technologies. Students undertake original research relevant to academic, industrial, and research careers.

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 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 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.