PhD in Criminal Law (Chinese-taught)

The application deadline for the Sep 2027 intake is Nov 30, 2026, while the tuition fee is 37,000 CNY per year.

The PhD in Criminal Law at Sichuan University is a 4-year program for students who want to become experts in law. It's taught in Chinese and leads to a PhD degree. The main advantage is that students get to study at a top university in China.

The curriculum includes subjects like criminal law, legal research, and law enforcement. Students develop skills in legal analysis, research, and critical thinking. They also get hands-on experience through research projects and internships.

Graduates can become criminal law professors, legal researchers, judges, prosecutors, or lawyers. They can work in law firms, government agencies, or universities in China or internationally.

Sichuan University in Chengdu traces its roots to 1896 and is one of China’s leading national research universities. As a Class A Double First Class institution supported by the Ministry of Education, SCU combines deep historic traditions with large-scale research and teaching. The university enrolls around 57,000 students, including over 3,400 international students, and operates three scenic campuses at Wangjiang, Huaxi and Jiang'an that balance academic rigour with student life.

SCU offers a broad academic portfolio across the sciences, engineering, medicine, humanities and social sciences, with hundreds of doctoral, master and undergraduate programs. Research activity is strong, supported by extensive libraries, modern laboratories and well-equipped sports facilities, including swimming pools, courts and gyms. The International Student Office provides orientation, help with accommodation and campus services, and the university advertises a range of scholarships including government-funded and institutional awards for degree-seeking students.

For prospective international students, Sichuan University presents a compelling combination of academic depth, vibrant campus culture and the lifestyle of Chengdu, a major cultural and economic centre. Practical supports such as on-campus housing options, health and counselling services, and opportunities for clubs and internships make settling in easier. If you seek a large research university with diverse programs and strong international links, SCU is worth exploring in detail before applying.