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Shenzhen University PhD Program for International Students (March 2027 Intake) Shenzhen University in China
Degree Level
PhD
Field of study
Computer Science
Funding
This is a tuition-paying doctoral admission brochure, not a fully funded opening. Tuition is 34,000 RMB/year for liberal arts, 40,000 RMB/year for science and engineering, and 52,000 RMB/year for medicine/arts/physical programs. Accommodation and insurance are paid by students. Scholarships may be available, including Guangdong Government Outstanding International Student Scholarship (30,000 CNY/year), Shenzhen Universiade Scholarship (40,000 CNY/year), and Liyuan International Scholarship with
Deadline
Nov 30, 2026
Country
China
University
Shenzhen University
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Shenzhen University is inviting applications for its Doctoral Program for International Students for the March 2027 intake. The brochure covers full-time PhD study at Shenzhen University, with a duration of 3 to 4 years (maximum 5 years).
Applicants should be non-Chinese citizens with valid foreign passports, in good physical and mental health, and in compliance with Chinese laws and university regulations. A master’s degree or above is required, and applicants should be under 40. Language requirements depend on the teaching language: HSK 5 (minimum 180) for Chinese-taught programs, or an English proficiency certificate for English-taught programs. Native speakers of Chinese or English may be exempted if recognized by the university.
Applicants must first contact a potential supervisor and obtain a letter of recommendation from the supervisor, then register online through the College of International Exchange system and upload the required documents. Required materials include degree certificates, transcripts, two recommendation letters, a self-statement, passport copy, resume, physical examination form, non-criminal record report, bank statement, and language certificate.
The application window is October 10 to November 30, 2026. The application fee is 400 RMB / 60 USD and is non-refundable. Tuition is not waived by default: it is 34,000 RMB/year for liberal arts, 40,000 RMB/year for science and engineering, and 52,000 RMB/year for medicine/arts/physical programs. Students also pay accommodation and insurance costs themselves.
Scholarship options mentioned include the Guangdong Government Outstanding International Student Scholarship, Shenzhen Universiade Scholarship, and Liyuan International Scholarship, which offers tuition waiver plus a monthly living allowance. Supervisors will also provide an annual allowance of at least 12,000 CNY for recruited international doctoral candidates for research or academic exchange support.
Research areas are broad and may include science and engineering, medicine, liberal arts, and related doctoral fields. Interested applicants should review the SZU PhD programs list, contact a suitable supervisor, and submit the online application before the deadline.
Funding details
This is a tuition-paying doctoral admission brochure, not a fully funded opening. Tuition is 34,000 RMB/year for liberal arts, 40,000 RMB/year for science and engineering, and 52,000 RMB/year for medicine/arts/physical programs. Accommodation and insurance are paid by students. Scholarships may be available, including Guangdong Government Outstanding International Student Scholarship (30,000 CNY/year), Shenzhen Universiade Scholarship (40,000 CNY/year), and Liyuan International Scholarship with
What's required
Applicants must be non-Chinese citizens with valid foreign passports, in good physical and mental health, and compliant with Chinese laws and university rules. They must hold a master's degree or above and be under 40 years old; expected graduates may apply with a pre-graduation certificate but must provide the official diploma before enrollment. Language requirements apply: Chinese-taught programs require HSK 5 with a minimum score of 180, while English-taught programs require English proficiency certification; native speakers of Chinese or English may be exempted if recognized by the university. Applicants must contact a potential supervisor and obtain a recommendation letter, and submit two academic recommendation letters plus other required documents.
How to apply
Contact a potential supervisor and request the required recommendation letter. Register online at the CIE website and complete the application form with all required documents and the application fee payment voucher. Submit the application before the deadline and monitor email/system updates for interview or admission results.
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