Programs

A four-year, English-taught PhD in Accounting at Ocean University China OUC in Qingdao, involving original research guided by faculty supervisors.

The four-year English-taught PhD in Agricultural Economy and Ocean Industry Management explores intersections between rural economic systems and marine resource management through supervised research.

The PhD in Applied Economics focuses on empirical and policy-oriented economic analysis, with opportunities to engage with Ocean University of China’s interdisciplinary research strengths, including marine-related economic issues. It is a four-year English-taught programme based in Qingdao.

A four-year, English-taught PhD in Applied Mathematics at Ocean University China OUC in Qingdao, involving original research guided by faculty supervisors.

A four-year English-taught PhD in Aquaculture at Ocean University of China, Qingdao, addressing sustainable aquaculture, marine resource management, and environmental impact assessment, drawing on the university’s fisheries and marine sciences expertise.

A four-year English-taught PhD in Aquatic Biology at Ocean University of China in Qingdao. Candidates conduct original research under faculty supervision.

A four-year English-taught PhD in Artificial Intelligence at Ocean University of China, Qingdao. Research focuses on AI technologies and applications, including machine learning, data analysis, and algorithm development. The programme adopts an interdisciplinary perspective consistent with OUC’s research expertise.

A PhD in Atmospheric Sciences at Ocean University of China in Qingdao, delivered in English. Research centres on atmospheric processes and their environmental and climatic effects, informed by interdisciplinary methods and the university’s expertise in oceanic and atmospheric sciences.

A four-year English-taught PhD in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology at Ocean University of China in Qingdao. Research centres on molecular mechanisms and biochemical processes, drawing on the university’s marine science context and research infrastructure.

A four-year, English-taught PhD in Business Management at Ocean University China OUC in Qingdao, involving original research guided by faculty supervisors.

A four-year English-taught PhD in Cell Biology at Ocean University of China, Qingdao, examining cellular mechanisms in health and disease through interdisciplinary research and advanced laboratory practice.

A four-year, English-taught PhD in Chinese Language and Literature at Ocean University China OUC in Qingdao, involving original research guided by faculty supervisors.

A four-year English-taught PhD in Communication and Information System at Ocean University of China, Qingdao. Study areas include communication theories, information systems, and technology’s societal effects. Coursework and research foster analytical and critical thinking skills for careers in academia, industry, or government.

A four-year, English-taught PhD in Computational Mathematics at Ocean University China OUC in Qingdao, involving original research guided by faculty supervisors.

Ocean University of China in Qingdao offers a four-year, English-medium PhD in Computer Application Technology. Students carry out independent research guided by faculty members.

A four-year English-taught PhD in Computer Software and Theory at Ocean University of China, Qingdao. The curriculum includes software development, algorithms, and theoretical computing foundations. Students undertake rigorous coursework and applied research to prepare for research or professional work in academia, industry, or technology organisations.

A four-year English-taught PhD in Computer Systems Organization at Ocean University of China, Qingdao. Topics cover computer architecture, systems design, and performance analysis. Learning integrates theory with hands-on research and links to OUC’s wider research context, including marine technology applications.

A four-year English-language PhD in Constitutional Law and Administrative Law at Ocean University China Ouc in Qingdao, involving supervised original research.

A four-year English-language PhD in Criminal Law at Ocean University China Ouc in Qingdao, involving supervised original research.

The four-year PhD in Developmental Biology studies biological development processes across life stages. Research training prepares students for careers in academia, biotechnology, and environmental science.

A four-year English-taught PhD in Ecology at Ocean University of China, Qingdao, covering ecological theory and its application to marine and terrestrial systems, with research in biodiversity, conservation, and ecosystem management, informed by the university’s oceanography and fisheries expertise.

The four-year English-taught PhD in Environmental and Geological Engineering addresses research questions in coastal geology, environmental risk assessment, sediment dynamics, or engineering responses to geological hazards.

Ocean University of China in Qingdao offers a four-year English-taught PhD in Environmental and Natural Resources Law. Candidates carry out supervised original research.

A four-year English-language PhD in Environmental Engineering is delivered by Ocean University China Ouc in Qingdao, with original research conducted under faculty supervision.