Programs

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.

Chongqing University delivers a four-year English-taught PhD in Software Engineering. The programme centres on research in software development, system design, and project management, supported by industry collaboration.

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.

A four-year English-taught PhD at Southwest University in Chongqing dedicated to research in inclusive and special education, preparing students for academic and education-sector careers through original inquiry.

A four-year English-taught PhD at Southwest University in Chongqing covering statistical theory, methodology, and application, supported by independent scholarly work for careers in academia, industry, and research.

A four-year English-taught PhD in Subject Pedagogy at Southwest University in Chongqing, focused on teaching and learning within specific school subjects. It supports original research intended to advance subject-specific pedagogical understanding for education research and practice.

A four-year English-taught PhD in Teacher Education at Southwest University in Chongqing, focusing on teacher preparation and professional development through original research for academic and broader education sector roles.

The PhD in Tertiary Education is a four-year English-taught doctoral programme concentrating on higher education as both a scholarly discipline and practical field. Students undertake original research connected to academic work or professional responsibilities in post-secondary institutions.

A four-year PhD in Theory of Curriculum and Instruction, this programme investigates curriculum design and teaching theory through independent research. It supports preparation for academic or broader education-sector roles.

The four-year English-taught PhD in Urban Planning trains students in research on urban development, combining theory and practice in sustainable development, urban design, and policy analysis. Cultural context and international collaboration inform the curriculum.

This PhD explores ethnicity as a global phenomenon, covering social, cultural, and political dimensions of ethnic identity and related issues. Hosted by Southwest University in Chongqing over four years, it supports original research relevant to academic and policy contexts.

The PhD in World History is a four-year English-taught doctoral programme engaging with global historical processes and comparative methodologies. Candidates pursue original research aligned with academic or research-focused careers.

The PhD in Zoology focuses on animal diversity, physiology, behaviour, evolution, and ecological roles. At Southwest University in Chongqing, students pursue a four-year doctoral programme built around original research in zoological science.