The new ILEAD PhD Scholarship programme is now available for international students at Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University. The programme is a fruit of strategic research cooperation between XJTLU and the University of Liverpool, and the course is taught at XJTLU.

Course Level: Scholarships are available to pursue PhD programme.

Eligible Nationalities: This scholarship is available for international students.

Eligibility Criteria: To be eligible for this scholarship you must meet the following requirements:

The University accept a wide variety of academic qualifications for entry onto our PhD programme. The typical minimum entry requirement is a UK undergraduate (bachelors) degree with honours at a first or upper second class level in an appropriate field of study. Equivalent overseas degrees are also accepted.

Normal entry requirements for Chinese applicants include an undergraduate degree with a minimum grade of 80 percent or a masters degree from a recognised Chinese university. The minimum grade required will vary depending on the ranking of your university.

Some PhD programmes, however, have additional entry requirements so you should check individual programmes for specific information. Please check the specific requirements in each subject area.

If your degree certificate and university transcript are written in another language other than English, you need to have them verified, translated into English and notarised.

Method of Application: All applications for a PhD programme should start with you emailing potential supervisors. You can also refer to our HOW TO APPLY (Link to school Official Website http://www.xjtlu.edu.cn/zh/study-with-us/how-to-apply) for more information.

Scholarship Link

Scholarship Application Deadline: There is no specific deadline for applications for doctoral programs. As long as you meet the admission requirements and meet all your admission requirements, you can start your doctoral study. The general starting date is the first day of the month. International students must obtain a Chinese visa in advance.