PhD in Forensic Medicine

Tuition fees for PhD in Forensic Medicine are 50,000 CNY per year, and applications for the Sep 2027 intake are due by Jun 30, 2027.

The PhD in Forensic Medicine at Xi'an Jiaotong University is a 3-year degree for students who want to become experts in forensic medicine. This program helps students develop skills in research and analysis. It's taught in English and is a great opportunity for international students.

The curriculum covers specific subjects like Forensic Pathology, Forensic Toxicology, and Forensic Psychiatry. Students will develop skills in pharmacological and nerve tissue engineering, as well as forensic genome and application. They will also get hands-on experience in clinical forensic medicine and forensic anthropology.

Graduates of this program can become Forensic Pathologists, Forensic Toxicologists, or Forensic Psychiatrists. They can work in hospitals, research institutions, or government agencies. Other possible job titles include Forensic Anthropologist, Crime Scene Investigator, or Medical Examiner.

Xi'an Jiaotong University, known as XJTU, is a premier research university in Xi'an with deep strengths in engineering, technology, management and medicine. Founded in the late 19th century, XJTU is a member of China's elite C9 group and a Double First Class university, offering comprehensive programs across science, engineering, medicine, economics, law and the humanities. Its large and diverse student community includes several thousand international students attracted by strong research and extensive program options.

Teaching and research are supported by twenty schools, affiliated hospitals and advanced laboratories, with emphasis on interdisciplinary collaboration and high impact research. International students can enroll in English and Chinese language programmes, while the School of International Education coordinates admissions, language training and student services. The academic environment combines rigorous coursework, clinical training for medical students and opportunities to participate in faculty led research projects.

Accommodation is offered on the Yanta and Xingqing campuses, with dedicated blocks for medical majors, scholarship holders and international cohorts, and facilities such as communal kitchens, study spaces and easy access to libraries and teaching buildings. XJTU is well suited to students seeking a research intensive environment, structured support for international living and practical clinical or laboratory experience in China.