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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FAQ

FAQ

Doctoral training Programmes

Doctoral training Programmes

Visa information

International Students

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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.

XJTLU Postgraduates

AI meets education: XJTLU leads innovation in smart and ethical learning

AI meets education: XJTLU leads innovation in smart and ethical learning

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22 May 2025
New insights into migraine-related light sensitivity

New insights into migraine-related light sensitivity

Knowing the molecule behind light sensitivity in migraines could open the door to better treatmen... 22 May 2025

22 May 2025
Out of the Box | ‘China is a country full of opportunities’

Out of the Box | ‘China is a country full of opportunities’

Who: Ekaterina Vorobeva, Year Two BA International Business with a Language, Xi'an Jiaotong-Liver... 16 May 2025

16 May 2025
XJTLU student’s path to a fully funded PhD

XJTLU student’s path to a fully funded PhD

Weiquan Chen began his academic journey at Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University (XJTLU) with a MA ... 22 Apr 2025

22 Apr 2025