PhD in Oncology

Tuition fees are 50,000 CNY per year. The application deadline for the Sep 2027 intake is Jun 30, 2027.

The PhD in Oncology at Xi'an Jiaotong University is a 3-year degree for students who want to study cancer research. It's taught in English and helps students gain advanced knowledge in this field.

The curriculum covers specific subjects like lung cancer, gynecological tumor radiotherapy, and molecular targeted therapy. Students will develop skills in molecular biology and learn about the diagnosis and treatment of various types of cancer.

Graduates can pursue careers as Cancer Researchers, Oncologists, Radiotherapists, or Medical Scientists. They can work in hospitals, research institutions, or pharmaceutical companies, helping to develop new treatments and improve patient care.

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.