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PhD of Law

Xi'an Jiaotong University

Xi'an, China
3 years
Chinese
On campus
PhD

About the program

A structured research doctorate in law leading to a PhD thesis.

Program highlights

Internship available: no
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights: no
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Learners studying Law can develop the ability to interpret relevant legal or policy concepts
Evaluate evidence and arguments and communicate structured
Ethically informed analysis
And conduct and communicate an original research project where this is a research doctorate. These are indicative learning goals
Not a confirmed list of the university's assessed course outcomes.

Career outcomes

Paralegal Assistant
Legal Researcher
Compliance Assistant

Curriculum

Structured PhD in Law (four years full-time
Six part-time unless stated): an original research thesis written under a supervisor
Supported by taught graduate-education modules
Discipline-specific modules and progress milestones. Applications are accepted at any time.

Entry requirements

Academic

Master's degree
Under 40
Non-Chinese citizen with valid ordinary passport
Two professor recommendations
1
500-word study plan on XJTU template
English: IELTS 6.0
TOEFL 80 or Duolingo 110
Chinese: HSK 4 (180).

Accepted academic background

Master's degree, Under 40, Non-Chinese citizen with valid ordinary passport, Transcripts, Two professor recommendation letters, Study plan on XJTU doctoral template (1,500+ words)

Language tests

IELTS 6.0
TOEFL iBT 80
Duolingo 110
Not required
HSK 4 (180 points or above)

Documents you’ll need

XJTU online application form
Valid passport
Notarized master diploma
Notarized academic transcripts
Two professor/associate-professor recommendation letters
Study or research plan (at least 1500 words on the XJTU doctoral template)
Applicable language certificate
Physical examination and blood test
Valid non-criminal record
Supervisor recommendation where specified
CSC application form if applying for CSC scholarship. Reference: XJTU 2026 postgraduate guide
Reconfirm for 2027.

How to apply

Review the current international postgraduate admissions guidance and confirm your intended program and funding route. Prepare your master’s degree certificate
academic transcripts
two academic recommendation letters
a study or research plan of at least 1
500 words in the university’s doctoral format. Create an account on the Xi’an Jiaotong University international student application system and complete your application. Upload the required passport
language certificate
medical examination
non-criminal record and other supporting documents. If applying for a Chinese Government Scholarship
complete the relevant scholarship application as instructed. Pay the application fee after the initial review when the university issues its payment notice. Monitor your application portal and email for possible supervisor review
interview
examinations and admission updates. After admission
follow the official visa and registration instructions.

Other costs

Tuition per year	¥34,000 CNY
Application fee	¥500 CNY
Deposit	_

Program details

Campus	_
Faculty or school	School of Law
Department	_
Teaching language	Chinese
Credit value	_
Study pace	_
Post-study stay	_
Scholarship note	2026 reference: CSC Chinese Government Scholarship, XJTU postgraduate freshman scholarship, Xi'an City Belt and Road scholarship. Eligibility and availability are conditional, Confirm 2027.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
15 May 2027
182 days left

Scholarships

2026 reference: CSC Chinese Government Scholarship, XJTU postgraduate freshman scholarship, Xi'an City Belt and Road scholarship. Eligibility and availability are conditional, Confirm 2027.

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Frequently asked questions

The program takes 3 years.