PhD in Design in China

28 phd programmes in design at 19 universities in China are open to international students; 68% are taught in English. The median yearly tuition is 5,578 USD, with the middle half of programmes charging between 4,938 USD and 6,693 USD.

Data as of August 27, 2026 · computed from Global Admissions data · amounts in USD

Design programmes

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Universities for design in China

PhD in Design in China: common questions

How many design programmes are there in China?
28 design phd programmes at 19 universities in China are open to international students, as of August 27, 2026.
How much does a design degree in China cost?
The median yearly tuition for phd programmes in design in China is 5,578 USD. The middle half of programmes charge between 4,938 USD and 6,693 USD per year.
Can I study design in China in English?
Yes — 68% of the design programmes in China in our catalogue are taught in English (19 of 28).

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