Xi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University

The Department of Architecture welcomes proposals for its research-based PhD programme. Potential candidates are invited to position their PhD research proposals on one or more of the Department’s areas of strength, which include:

• Architectural design and architectural studio education
• Architectural, environmental or construction technology
• Computer-aided architectural design
• Architectural history and built heritage studies
• Social and cultural study of the built environment.

Our PhD programme is a strategic research collaboration between XJTLU and the University of Liverpool, based at XJTLU. Upon successful completion of your programme you will receive a degree from the University of Liverpool, which is recognised by the UK’s Department of Education as well as China’s Ministry of Education.

The normal length of full-time PhD programme is three years. At the end of three years’ full-time study, you can apply for an extension of one year to complete the writing of your dissertation. Part-time PhD degrees usually take four to seven years.

As a registered full-time PhD student, you have the opportunity to apply for a research visit to the University of Liverpool for up to three months. Your accommodation and travel fees will be covered by XJTLU and the University of Liverpool.

Full-time PhD students are funded to attend local and international conferences during their studies, with a budget of up to RMB 16,500.

Our PhD programme equips you with a range of professional skills to help you maximise your future employability Our supervisors will guide you through one of the most intellectually satisfying experiences of your life Supervision from respected academics at both XJTLU and the University of Liverpool PhD students have dedicated travel budgets for participating in international conferences The chance to apply for a research visit to the University of Liverpool for up to three months Opportunities to work as a teaching assistant and develop crucial academic skills.

Full-time students Currently the tuition fee payable by full-time students on postgraduate research programmes is RMB 80,000 per year. It normally takes three years to complete a full-time PhD programme.