The PhD in Environmental Science and Engineering at Tongji University (TongJU) is a 4 years long program for international students, taught in English.
The PhD in Environmental Science and Engineering at Tongji University (TongJU) is a 4 years long program for international students, taught in English.
📖Introduction
Tongji University is one of the leading universities in China under the direct administration of the Ministry of Education, listed on “Project 985” and “Project 211”. With a history of over a century, Tongji has valued the balanced development of four functions, i.e. education, research, outreach, and culture inheritance and innovation.
According to 2019 Global Universities Rankings by US News & World Report, Tongji University ranks 11th in the Country Rank of China and 35th in Best Global Universities in Asia.
PhD in Environmental Science and Engineering at Tongji University (TongJU)
Environmental Science and Engineering is an interdisciplinary major, aiming at environmental pollution and ecological damage problems in China, focusing on the major needs of social and economic sustainable development.
Objectives:
Master the solid and broad basic theory and systematic in-depth expertise in the field of Environmental Science and Engineering, and be familiar with the dynamics and progress of international frontier research in this discipline.
Have the ability to write academic papers and international academic communication; have rigorous scientific research style, a good spirit of cooperation, and strong communication skills.
Have the ability to independently and creatively engage in and make achievements from scientific research or expertise, become an industry elite in the field of Environmental Science and Engineering.
This program is limited to international applicants. Students are obliged to complete the whole credits and training steps, successfully defend dissertations that meet publication requirements before being awarded the Ph.D. Degree of Engineering by the Degree Committee of Tongji University.
Research Directions
Environmental Chemistry and Biology
Environmental Process and Restoration
Environmental Monitoring and Management
Ecotoxicology and Health
Environmental Functional Materials
Environmental Planning and Management
Theories and Technologies for improving water quality in regions, river basins and cities.
Sewage Treatment and Recycling
Solid Waste Treatment and Recycling
Air Pollution Control Theory and Technology
Environmental Energy and New Materials
Theory and Technology of Remediation of Contaminated Sites
Credit Requirements
Ph.D. students should meet at least 18 credits in total including 4 credits in public courses, 4 credits in degree courses, 2 credits in non-degree courses and 8 credits in compulsory courses.
Tongji University is one of the leading universities in China.
Established in 1907, has a history of over 100 years.
High reputation for top-quality research, teaching, and learning.
Under direct administration of the Ministry of Education, listed on "Project 985" and "Double First-Class Initiative".
Strong European connections.
Traditionally renowned in Architecture and Civil Engineering, and now prominent in Economics & Management, Arts & Design, Environmental, Engineering, and Automobile Engineering.
🏠 Accommodation
The International Students Service Centers is located on three campuses of Tongji University independently. They are all facilitated with telephone sets, toilets, showers, air-conditioning, public kitchens, classrooms, and business services such as duplication, fax and e-mail sending, typing and air-ticket and train ticket booking are offered.
Notes:
You will need to book the accommodation after you have been accepted.
You can choose to live on campus or off campus in private accommodation.
We have an article about how to find accommodation off campus here.
Please choose the programs here , "You are advised to select 2-3 programs to increase your chances of getting accepted.
Required Documents:
Personal Statement Letter (Graduate Programs) - Tongji University
No Criminal Record Certificate
Second Recommendation Letter
First Recommendation Letter
Medical Examination Form
English Language Certificate
Your Highest Academic Transcript (In English)
Your Graduation Certificate (in English)
Curriculum Vitae
Your Photograph
Your Passport Copy
Preparing documents:
You can start your application now and send the application documents during your application. Some documents you can send later if you don’t have them right away. Some more info about preparing application documents is here
Applying Online is simple in just a few steps. More information is available here.
The first steps are to choose the programs, pay the application fee and upload the application documents.
Once submitted to China Admissions, we will review your application within 2-3 days and proceed to the university or ask you for further clarification
After it has been processed to the university you will receive your unique application ID from each university.
The university may contact you directly for further questions.
We will then follow up each week with the university for updates. As soon as there is any update we will let you know. If you have made other plans, decide to withdraw / change address at any time please let us know.
After you have been accepted you will receive your admissions letter electronically and asked to pay the non-refundable deposit to the university.
Once you have paid the deposit the university will issue you the admissions letter and visa form to your home country.
