Programs

The PhD in Botany is a four-year research programme examining plant physiology, genetics, and ecology. Students undertake original investigations under academic supervision and engage with plant science specialists. Emphasis is placed on developing independent research capability through sustained laboratory or field work.

A four-year English-taught PhD in Cell Biology at Zhejiang University in Hangzhou, involving original research supervised by faculty members.

The 4-year PhD in Cellular Biology investigates how molecular processes govern cell architecture, signalling, and behaviour. Students conduct original experimental work preparing them for research roles in universities, pharmaceutical companies, and life sciences organisations.

This four-year PhD explores the engineering of cereals, oils, and vegetable proteins as plant-based food resources. It combines engineering methodology with nutritional science for academic and industry-oriented outcomes.

A 3.5-year English-taught PhD in Chemical Engineering and Technology at Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, focused on chemical processes, materials development, and foundational engineering principles, supporting original research for academic, industrial, or research-institute roles.

A 3.5-year English-taught PhD delivering advanced chemical theory and experimental research training, enabling original investigation into problems of scientific and societal significance.

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.

The 3.5-year PhD in Civil Engineering covers structural behaviour, environmental impact mitigation, and transportation infrastructure performance. Candidates undertake independent research aligned with current technical and societal needs in built environment systems.

A 3.5-year English-taught PhD emphasising theoretical computing principles and experimental research, covering areas such as software systems, algorithms, artificial intelligence, and cross-disciplinary computing applications.

A 3.5-year English-taught PhD providing advanced study in control theory and its real-world implementation, supported by interdisciplinary research and access to high-level laboratory facilities.

A four-year English-taught PhD at Zhejiang University in Crop Cultivation and Farming System, investigating ecological farming approaches and crop production systems, with research focused on sustainable cultivation and crop-environment interactions.

A four-year English-taught PhD at Zhejiang University in Crop Genetics and Breeding, centred on independent research into plant genetic analysis and breeding techniques, with emphasis on enhancing crop yield and resilience to support food security.

A 3.5-year English-taught PhD in Cyberspace Security at Zhejiang University, focusing on cybersecurity theory, threat analysis, and secure system development; research tackles current digital security challenges.

The four-year English-taught PhD in Developmental Biology explores genetic control of development, cell fate decisions, and organismal patterning. Research draws on interdisciplinary resources across Zhejiang University’s life sciences units.

A four-year English-taught PhD in Ecology at Zhejiang University, addressing ecological principles, ecosystem management, biodiversity conservation, and sustainable development via coursework, fieldwork, and laboratory research.

The four-year PhD in Electrical Engineering centres on advanced research methods and conceptual development in the discipline. Students pursue interdisciplinary projects addressing practical engineering challenges. The programme supports progression to research, teaching, or technical roles in diverse sectors.

A 3.5-year English-language PhD in Electromagnetic Field and Microwave Technology at Zhejiang University, centred on electromagnetic theory, microwave device design, and experimental work with applications in communications, sensing, and energy.

The 4-year PhD in Electronic Information Technologies and Instruments covers electronic systems, signal processing, and instrumentation. Research outcomes are intended for academic, institutional, and high-tech industry applications.

This PhD programme in Electronic Science and Technology spans 3.5 years and centres on electronic systems and device technologies. Candidates undertake original research with relevance to academic, industrial, and institutional settings.

This 4-year PhD in Energy and Power Engineering focuses on energy systems, renewable technologies, and power engineering. Based in Hangzhou, it trains students to conduct original research for roles in academia, research institutes, and the energy industry.

This 3.5-year PhD in Enterprise Management addresses organisational strategy, research methodology, and managerial decision-making. Based in Hangzhou, it develops original research capabilities for academic and industry leadership positions.

The 3.5-year PhD in Entrepreneurship Management explores entrepreneurial theory, strategy, and venture leadership. Located in Hangzhou, it prepares candidates to undertake original research for academic, consulting, or entrepreneurial careers.

A four-year PhD in Environmental Science and Engineering is delivered in English at Zhejiang University, located in Hangzhou. Students conduct independent research guided by academic faculty.

This four-year PhD focuses on food safety regulation, nutritional science, and their public health implications. It develops research capability and analytical thinking for careers in academia, government, and the food sector.