PhD in Agricultural Engineering

Applications for the Sep 2027 intake are open until Jun 15, 2027, and tuition costs 44,000 CNY per year.

The PhD in Agricultural Engineering at Hohai University is a 4-year degree for students who want to specialize in agriculture engineering. It's taught in English and helps students gain expertise in this field.

The curriculum covers specific subjects like irrigation engineering, agricultural water management, and soil conservation. Students develop skills in research, design, and problem-solving, and get hands-on experience with equipment and technology used in agricultural engineering.

Graduates can pursue careers as Agricultural Engineers, Water Resource Managers, Soil Conservationists, Irrigation Specialists, or Farming Systems Experts, working with government agencies, research institutions, or private companies involved in agriculture and water management.

Hohai University (HHU) in Nanjing is a research-led institution with a long tradition in water conservancy, coastal and hydraulic engineering. As a member of Project 211 and a Double First-Class Discipline university, HHU combines strong disciplinary depth with growing interdisciplinary initiatives. International students will find a campus that balances rigorous engineering training with courses in science, economics, management, arts and law.

Academically, HHU offers a wide range of degrees from undergraduate to doctoral levels and hosts key national laboratories and engineering centers that support cutting-edge research. The International School coordinates admission, Chinese language study and exchange programs with partner institutions across more than 80 countries, supporting joint training, credit recognition and short-term academic visits. These structures make it straightforward for international students to engage in research projects, industry collaborations and cross-border learning.

Student life spans three campuses in Nanjing and Changzhou, with facilities geared to engineering students and researchers. International students are offered single-room accommodation on the Jiangning campus and access to student services that help with visas, orientation and city living. Graduates leave with strong technical skills, practical research experience and connections in industry and government, making HHU an attractive option for students aiming to specialize in water, ocean and environmental engineering.