Programs

A four-year English-taught doctoral programme at Southwest University in Chongqing focusing on insect pests affecting agriculture and methods for crop protection. Training centres on original research to support academic, research, and agricultural career paths.

A four-year PhD in Animal Hereditary Breeding and Reproduction covering animal genetics, breeding methodologies, and reproductive biology. Research addresses questions pertinent to academic study, agricultural application, and scientific understanding.

A four-year PhD in Animal Nutriology and Feedstuff Science examining animal nutritional requirements and feed formulation principles. Research supports pathways in academia, agriculture, and scientific investigation.

The PhD in Aquaculture is a four-year English-taught doctoral programme based in the College of Life Sciences, focusing on aquaculture research under faculty supervision.

A four-year English-taught PhD in Crop Genetic Breeding at Southwest University in Chongqing, centred on crop genetics and breeding methodologies, preparing students for original research in academic, agricultural, and applied research contexts.

A four-year English-taught PhD in Food Science and Engineering at Southwest University, covering food processing, quality assurance, and engineering applications through original research relevant to academic, industrial, and research settings.

This PhD programme explores how plants respond to environmental stress at the molecular level. Based at Southwest University in Chongqing, it spans four years and centres on independent research in plant stress biology. Graduates are prepared for careers in academic and scientific research.

The PhD in Ornamental Horticulture is a four-year English-taught doctoral programme investigating ornamental plants and horticultural practice. It supports scholarly independence for academic, research, or industry-oriented pathways.

This PhD in Plant Nutriology studies plant nutrient uptake, metabolism, and the soil–plant relationships that influence growth and productivity. Based at Southwest University in Chongqing, it is a four-year doctoral programme grounded in original research for agricultural and scientific contexts.

A four-year English-taught PhD in Plant Pathology based at the Citrus Research Institute. Students investigate disease mechanisms, host–pathogen interactions, and management strategies specific to citrus and related species.

A four-year English-taught PhD in Science of Fruit Trees at Southwest University in Chongqing, focusing on fruit crop biology and orchard production systems, designed to support independent research for academic, research, and agricultural roles.

This PhD in Science of Plant addresses fundamental and applied aspects of plant biology, including structure, function, development, and adaptation. Delivered over four years at Southwest University in Chongqing, it centres on original research with academic and agricultural relevance.

A four-year PhD in Science of Tea covering tea plant biology, post-harvest processing methods, and the scientific basis of tea product quality. Research is grounded in agricultural and food science contexts.

A four-year English-taught PhD in Science of Vegetable at Southwest University, concentrating on vegetable crop science and agricultural research. Candidates undertake original work relevant to academic, research, and agricultural practice contexts.

The PhD in Soil Science covers physical, chemical, and biological properties of soils, along with their formation, function, and sustainable management. As a four-year programme at Southwest University in Chongqing, it emphasises original research applicable to land use and environmental science.

The PhD in Special Animal Science is a four-year doctoral programme at Southwest University, Chongqing, studying the biology, physiology, and management of non-traditional livestock and specialty animals. It serves students aiming for academic, research, or agricultural sector roles.

A four-year English-taught PhD in Special Animals Science at Southwest University in Chongqing, exploring the biology and production systems of specialty animals via original research for academic, agricultural, and applied research purposes.