PhD in Civil Engineering
Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University• Suzhou, JiangsuAbout PhD in Civil Engineering
A four-year, English-taught PhD in Civil Engineering offered collaboratively by Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University and the University of Liverpool. Research is based on the XJTLU campus with supervision from a local XJTLU supervisor and a University of Liverpool co-supervisor. The award is a University of Liverpool degree recognised by China’s Ministry of Education. Full-time students usually spend three years on research and one year finalising the thesis, and may undertake a three- to six-month research visit to Liverpool, supported by conference travel funding.
Key Highlights
Degree Type
PhD
Duration
4 years
Language
English-taught
Tuition Fee
¥80,000/year
Field
Engineering
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6 programsProgram Information
Degree Type
PhD
Duration
4 years
Language
English-taught
Tuition Fee
¥80,000/year
Application Fee
N/A
Indicative — confirmed before payment
Application Deadline
Jun 29, 2027
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