Programs

A four-year English-taught PhD in Anthropology at East China Normal University in Shanghai covering cultural, social, and biological dimensions of human societies, with emphasis on research skills, critical thinking, fieldwork opportunities, and engagement with contemporary anthropological issues.

The PhD in Applied Psychology is a four-year English-taught programme that investigates psychological principles through applied research. Students develop original work relevant to academic inquiry, clinical-adjacent research settings, and professional practice contexts.

A four-year English-taught PhD in Basic Psychology at Shandong Normal University in Jinan focusing on psychological theories and research methodologies.

This four-year English-taught SJD (Doctor of Juridical Science) in Chinese Law examines domestic legal doctrines, institutions, and jurisprudence alongside comparative and international legal contexts.

A four-year English-language PhD in Comparative Politics at the University of International Business and Economics in Beijing, situated within an institution recognised for expertise in economics, management, and law.

Ocean University of China in Qingdao offers a four-year English-taught PhD in Environmental and Natural Resources Law. Candidates carry out supervised original research.

The PhD in Environmental Law is a three-year English-taught programme examining legal structures for environmental protection and policy formation. It develops doctrinal and applied legal research skills for academic, governmental, and professional settings.

The four-year PhD in General Psychology covers empirical investigation of cognition, perception, learning, and individual differences. Hosted by Northeast Normal University in Changchun, it is taught in English and aligned with the university’s institutional emphasis on psychological science.

The PhD in Global Communication is a four-year, English-taught research programme at Shanghai International Studies University. It centres on international journalism, public diplomacy, and intercultural communication, supported by coursework in mass communication theory and research methods.

A four-year, English-taught PhD in Global Public Policy at Fudan University, combining global and Chinese viewpoints to strengthen analytical and theoretical capacities for policy analysis and academic research.

The PhD in Global Studies is a four-year doctoral programme at Southwest University, Chongqing, engaging with global affairs through interdisciplinary research across international contexts. It prepares students for scholarly or research roles addressing complex global issues.

The PhD in Human Geography is a three-year doctoral programme based at Wuhan University in central China. It supports original research in human geography within the context of a major comprehensive university. The programme is intended for students pursuing advanced scholarly work in the discipline.

A four-year English-taught PhD in Human Geography at East China Normal University examining spatial processes and human-environment interactions, with training in advanced research methodologies and theoretical frameworks for roles in academia, government, and geographic analysis sectors.

A four-year English-taught PhD programme in Human Geography, focusing on original research supervised by faculty at Hebei Normal University.

Shandong Normal University delivers a four-year English-taught PhD in Humane Geography. The programme centres on supervised original research in human geographical themes, including spatial practices, cultural landscapes, and socio-spatial processes.

A three-year English-taught PhD in Journalism and Communication, involving supervised original research on topics within media, communication theory, and practice.

A four-year English-language PhD in Journalism and Communication exploring media systems, communication technologies, ethical principles, and critical perspectives on public discourse.

A three-year English-taught PhD in Journalism and Communication at Shenzhen University. Students conduct independent research in journalism or communication studies, guided by academic supervisors.

The 4-year PhD in Journalism and Communication covers media theory, communication strategy, and research methods. It supports the development of original scholarly work for academic, media, and professional communication contexts.

This is a four-year English-taught PhD programme in Labor and Social Security. It addresses labour relations, social policy, and security system design, integrating theoretical study with real-world application.

A four-year English-taught PhD in Law at Southeast University, developing advanced legal knowledge and research capacity to address current legal challenges and support academic, governmental, or international professional careers.

Shenzhen University’s four-year English-taught PhD in Law builds advanced legal research capacity and critical analysis across national and transnational legal domains.

The PhD in Law is a four-year doctoral programme requiring original research in legal topics. It is designed to develop advanced scholarly capacity in law.

Ocean University of China in Qingdao delivers a four-year English-taught PhD in Legal Theory. Students undertake independent research under faculty guidance.