Doctoral Admissions

Our doctoral programme is a strategic research collaboration between the Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University and the University of Liverpool. You will be formally registered with the two universities as a doctoral student to unlock your potential, create original knowledge, and achieve research excellence. Successful completion of the programme will lead to a doctoral degree awarded by the University of Liverpool and recognised by the Chinese Ministry of Education.

Why Study a Doctoral Degree with XJTLU

Why Study a Doctoral Degree with XJTLU

Funding opportunities

Funding opportunities

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Doctoral Programmes

Entry requirements

Entry requirements

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How to apply

How to apply

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Programme fees

Programme fees

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Doctoral training Programmes

Doctoral training Programmes

XJTLU–XJTU–UoL Joint Doctoral Programme

XJTLU–XJTU–UoL Joint Doctoral Programme

Teaching Assistants

Teaching Assistants

FAQ

FAQ

Visa information

International Students

Visa information

Pre-arrival information

International Students

Pre-arrival information

The First XJTLU-UoL-XJTU Postgraduate Research Joint Conference & 2025 XJTLU Postgraduate Research Symposium

The Future of Education

The Future of Education

This video uses generative AI and creative imagery to demonstrate how XJTLU is shaping the future of education and empowering our students with skills to thrive in an ever-changing world.

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