Programs

A four-year English-language PhD in Aerospace Science and Technology at Nanjing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics in Nanjing, involving supervised original research.

The PhD in Agricultural Engineering addresses water-dependent agricultural systems, irrigation infrastructure, and resource management challenges. Hosted by Hohai University in Nanjing, it builds on the university’s institutional focus on water resources while integrating engineering principles with agronomic and environmental considerations.

A four-year English-taught PhD in Biological & Medical Engineering at Southeast University, Nanjing, centred on biomedical engineering fundamentals and healthcare technology research, linking theory to practice for careers in academia, industry, or research institutions.

A three-year English-taught PhD in Biomedical Engineering at Nanjing Medical University, combining theoretical and practical training, supporting interdisciplinary research, and requiring a Provisional Acceptance Letter from a supervisor.

A four-year PhD in Bridge and Tunnel Engineering, this programme addresses infrastructure design, construction, and maintenance through civil engineering research and practice.

A four-year English-taught PhD in Chemical Engineering and Technology at Southeast University, Nanjing, examining advanced chemical processes and engineering concepts, with research spanning process design, materials science, and environmental engineering for roles in academia, industry, or research.

A four-year English-taught PhD in Chemical Engineering and Technology at Nanjing University of Science and Technology. Students conduct supervised original research in chemical engineering contexts.

A four-year, English-taught PhD in Chemical Processing Engineering of Forest Products at Nanjing Forestry University. The programme supports research and practical application in the sustainable processing and utilisation of forest resources.

A four-year English-taught PhD in Circuits & Systems at Southeast University, involving advanced circuit design, systems integration, and emerging electronics technologies, integrating theoretical study with applied research.

Southeast University offers a four-year, English-taught PhD in Civil Engineering. Candidates carry out supervised original research in civil engineering disciplines.

This PhD in Civil Engineering emphasises structural, geotechnical, and hydraulic aspects of infrastructure development, particularly for dams, levees, and riverine systems. Delivered by Hohai University in Nanjing, it reflects the university’s orientation toward water-related civil works and integrated engineering practice.

The PhD in Civil Engineering Materials studies material durability, degradation, and performance under conditions such as water exposure, erosion, and dynamic loading—particularly in hydraulic and coastal infrastructure. It applies materials science to long-term structural integrity in water-related environments. The four-year programme is delivered in Nanjing.

A four-year English-language PhD in Control Science and Engineering at Nanjing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics (NUAA) in Nanjing. The programme centres on advanced control systems, with research spanning engineering applications, innovation, practical implementation, and interdisciplinary methods.

The PhD in Control Science and Engineering is a four-year, English-taught doctoral programme examining control theory and its implementation in engineered systems. Students undertake supervised original research aligned with current challenges in automation and system dynamics.

This four-year, English-taught PhD in Control Science and Engineering at Southeast University involves supervised independent research in control theory, systems engineering, and related applications.

The PhD in Electrical Engineering explores electrical systems and technologies as applied to water infrastructure, energy efficiency, and smart grid integration in water-related sectors. It connects core electrical engineering concepts with Hohai University’s strengths in hydraulic and environmental systems. The four-year programme is based in Nanjing.

A four-year English-taught PhD in Electrical Engineering at Nanjing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics in Nanjing. Research areas include signal processing, control systems, and renewable energy technologies, with emphasis on applied research and interdisciplinary collaboration.

A four-year English-language PhD in Electrical Engineering at Southeast University, Nanjing, involving supervised original research.

A four-year English-taught PhD in Electrical Engineering & Technology with specialisation in Integrated Circuit Design at Southeast University, Nanjing. The curriculum includes fundamentals and applications of electronic systems and circuit design, preparing students for R&D positions in academia and the semiconductor sector.

A four-year English-taught PhD in Electronic Science & Engineering at Southeast University, Nanjing, providing advanced instruction in contemporary technologies and research methods through structured coursework and practical research experience, aimed at preparing graduates for academia, industry, or research institutions.

The PhD in Engineering Mechanics investigates how materials and structures behave under load in hydraulic, civil, and coastal engineering settings. It links theoretical mechanics to real-world performance of water infrastructure and environmental systems. The four-year programme is located in Nanjing.

A four-year English-taught PhD in Engineering of Heating, Gas, Ventilation & Air-conditioning at Southeast University, with research focus on energy efficiency and environmental sustainability in HVAC systems.

A four-year English-taught PhD in Fermentation Engineering at Nanjing Forestry University. Students carry out original research supervised by faculty in fermentation science and bioprocess engineering.

The four-year PhD in Forest Engineering addresses forest management, engineering systems, and technological development, with attention to sustainability and environmental outcomes. Research spans both theoretical and applied aspects of forestry.