18 PhD programmes offered by the university

Pharmaceutical Sciences from Xi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University  is jointly delivered with the University of Liverpool.

The PhD in Architecture programme from Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University (XJTLU), is a strategic research collaboration between XJTLU and the University of Liverpool. Upon successful completion of your programme, you will receive a University of Liverpool-issued degree, which is recognised by China’s Ministry of Education.

The PhD in Biological Sciences at Xi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University gives suitably qualified graduates the chance to address important biological questions. 

The PhD programme in Business at Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University equips you with a range of professional skills to maximise your future employability

The PhD in Public Health at Xi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University aims to provide high calibre education and advanced training in public health sciences. 

The PhD in China Studies is a strategic research collaboration between Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University and the University of Liverpool. 

The PhD in Urban Planning and Design is managed through collaboration between Xi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University and the University of Liverpool. 

The PhD in Mathematical Sciences at Xi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University aims to provide high calibre education and advanced training in mathematics. It will take advantage of Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University’s international and vibrant research environment to prepare graduates for their research careers.

The Electrical and Electronic Engineering PhD degree programme at Xi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University develops your understanding of the research process and your ability to analyse and contribute to a particular research area. 

The PhD in Chemistry programme at Xi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University aims to provide high calibre education and advanced training in chemical sciences. 

In an era of disruptive innovation in education, the Doctor of Education (EdD) programme at Xi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University provides a lifelong learning opportunity for those who are committed to education practice with passion and purpose. 

The Civil Engineering PhD degree programme at Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University is a strategic research collaboration between XJTLU and the University of Liverpool. Upon successful completion of the programme, you will receive a degree that is from the University of Liverpool and recognised by China’s Ministry of Education.

The PhD in English, Culture and Communication programme from Xi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University aims to help candidates produce academic results that contribute to the discipline and wider communities. We equip our students with theories and skills, provide academic support, and link them with industry, society and the globe.

We welcome applications from prospective students at Xi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University interested in undertaking a International Relations PhD programme with an expert in the Department of International Studies. We are an active and engaged community that will provide you with leading-edge research opportunities.

The PhD in Industrial Design is a strategic research collaboration between Xi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University and the University of Liverpool. 

The PhD in Computer Science and Software Engineering at Xi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University develops your understanding of the research process and your ability to analyse and constructively augment a particular research area. 

The PhD in Education is provided by the Academy of Future Education (AoFE) at Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University. The programme will facilitate your research in educational studies and help you make a contribution to knowledge in education.

The PhD in Environmental Sciences, based at Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University (XJTLU), is a strategic research collaboration between XJTLU and the University of Liverpool.