Programs

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.

The three-year English-taught PhD in Climate System and Climate Change investigates climate dynamics, variability, and impacts using interdisciplinary methods. It builds on Nanjing University of Information Science and Technology’s focus in atmospheric science.

A three-year PhD in Clinical Medicine offered by the Fourth School of Clinical Medicine at Nanjing Medical University. The programme cultivates research proficiency and clinical insight across broad areas of medical science.

This is a three-year English-taught PhD programme in Clinical Pharmacy at Nanjing Medical University. Students conduct independent research in clinical pharmacy under academic supervision. The programme emphasises original investigation relevant to pharmacy practice and patient care.

China Pharmaceutical University offers a four-year English-taught PhD in Clinical Pharmacy. Research is conducted under faculty supervision within the field of clinical pharmacy.

This PhD in Clinical Science of Stomatology centres on dental and oral health sciences, including evidence-based treatment development and scientific advances in stomatology.

This PhD in Community Medicine and Health Education is hosted by Nanjing Medical University’s School of Health Policy and Management. It prepares students for research and practice in public health, health education, and policy analysis, with attention to community-level health issues. A confirmed faculty supervisor is required prior to application.

A four-year English-language PhD in Computer Science & Technology at Southeast University, Nanjing, involving supervised original research.

This PhD programme explores computational methods, systems design, and technological applications relevant to water infrastructure, environmental monitoring, and resource modelling. Based at Hohai University in Nanjing, it operates within a broader engineering and science framework shaped by the university’s water-related mission.

The PhD in Computer Science and Technology is a four-year, English-taught doctoral programme centred on advanced computing concepts and their real-world implementation. Candidates pursue original research in areas such as algorithms, systems, or applications.

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

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.

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.

A three-year PhD in Critical Care Medicine focusing on clinical practice and research methods in acute and life-threatening conditions. The programme is designed for students aiming at academic, policy, or senior clinical roles.

The four-year English-taught PhD in Cyberspace Safety at Nanjing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics involves supervised original research in areas related to digital security and infrastructure protection.

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

This PhD programme examines interactions between Earth's land, water, atmosphere, and biosphere. It is an interdisciplinary Earth system science programme with a focus on surface process modelling. The degree is delivered by Nanjing University of Information Science and Technology (NUIST) over three years.

The PhD in Ecology covers ecosystem dynamics, biodiversity conservation, and sustainable development, linking theoretical ecology with field-based investigation and practical application.

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.

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-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.