PhD in Agricultural Engineering - Program Overview

The PhD in Agricultural Engineering focuses on developing innovative solutions to improve agricultural productivity, sustainability, and food security. This program combines advanced engineering principles with agricultural sciences, equipping students to address challenges in areas like precision farming, soil and water management, agricultural machinery, and environmental sustainability.

Key Areas of Study:

• Precision Agriculture
• Soil and Water Conservation
• Agricultural Machinery and Automation
• Environmental Sustainability

Graduates are prepared for careers in academia, research, and industry, contributing to advancements in sustainable agriculture and food systems.

Jiangsu University provides campus accommodation for all international students. Except for special circumstances, it is not allowed to live off-campus. Please do not rent an apartment off-campus before the approval from Overseas Education College. If the student rents an apartment off-campus without the approval, the economic losses caused shall be borne by the student himself or herself. All campus accommodations are double rooms, and single rooms are generally not provided. The room is equipped with an independent toilet, air conditioner, water heater, air conditioner, and other facilities. There are kitchens and activity rooms in the dorm building.

Accommodation Fee: CNY4500 / bed/year (North), CNY4900 / bed/year (South), or CNY30 / bed/day. The first year of the doctoral president's scholarship includes accommodation expenses. From the second year, the scholarship will be based on annual evaluation results.

On-Campus Accommodation

LONG-TERM ACCOMMODATION

CNY 4,500 to 4,900 per person per academic year (Double room)

SHORT-TERM ACCOMMODATION

CNY 50 per person per day

PS: The University does not permit freshmen to live off-campus.

1. Eligibility and Requirements: 

• Non-Chinese citizens who are physically and mentally healthy, possess a strong academic background, willing to comply with Chinese laws and university regulations, and respect the customs and habits of the Chinese people are eligible to apply.

• Ph.D.: Applicants should hold a master's degree or its equivalent. Principally, an applicant's age should not exceed 40 years old.

2. Application Documents:

• Passport: A scanned copy of the passport's main page (valid until after September 30, 2025)

• Original or Notarized Degree Certificates: Original or notarized copies of all degree certificates starting from the undergraduate level. Current graduates should provide a pre-graduation certificate issued by their universities (graduation date should be before February 28, 2025). The original degree certificates must be submitted upon registration.

• Original or Notarized Transcripts: Transcripts for all courses taken starting from the undergraduate level.

• CV: Include a chronological list of educational experiences from the undergraduate level onward. Applicants with previous educational experiences in China should include all study experiences.

• Study Plan: At least 800 words, include details about applicants' educational and work background, academic achievements, research plans, and personal development goals. Ph.D. applicants should also provide a detailed academic research plan.

• Language Proficiency Proof: Applicants from non-English speaking countries should provide scanned copies of TOEFL, IELTS, GRE scores, or other documents proving their English proficiency.

• Two Recommendation Letters: Either Chinese or English and signed by associate professors or professors in a relevant field.

• Foreigner Physical Examination Form: Applicants must undergo a medical examination following the items listed in the form. The examination results are valid for 6 months.

• Financial Statement: Either the family deposit certificate, property certificate, or parent/guardian income certificate with a recommended minimum value of $5,000 or equivalent.

• Non-criminal Record within 6 months.

• List and Abstracts of Published Academic Papers.