PhD in Sociology

The application deadline for the Sep 2027 intake is Jun 15, 2027; tuition costs 44,000 CNY per year.

The PhD in Sociology at Hohai University is for students who want to study social relationships and institutions. This 4-year PhD program in English helps students gain advanced knowledge in sociology.

The curriculum includes subjects like social theory, research methods, and statistics. Students develop skills in data collection, analysis, and interpretation through hands-on research projects and fieldwork.

Graduates can become Social Researchers, Policy Analysts, Urban Planners, or Community Development Managers. They can work in industries like non-profit, education, or government, and for employers like research institutions or social service agencies.

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.