PhD in Foreign Linguistics and Applied Linguistics

For PhD in Foreign Linguistics and Applied Linguistics, applications for the Sep 2027 intake are open until May 15, 2027; tuition comes to 50,000 CNY per year.

The PhD in Foreign Linguistics and Applied Linguistics at Nankai University is a 4-year degree for students who want to explore language in depth. It's taught in English and helps students develop strong research skills.

The curriculum covers topics such as language teaching, language acquisition, and linguistic theory. Students will develop skills in data analysis, research methods, and academic writing. They will also have opportunities to work on projects and present their research.

Graduates can pursue careers as Language Teachers, Research Assistants, Academic Writers, Editors, or Translators. They can work in education, publishing, or government institutions, applying their knowledge of language to help people communicate more effectively.

Nankai University is a prestigious multidisciplinary university in Tianjin with a century of academic excellence since its founding in 1919. As a member of China’s top university groups, Nankai offers strong programs across sciences, humanities, business and the arts, with particular recognition for mathematics, chemistry, history and economics. The campus culture blends rigorous scholarship with a tradition of civic engagement and intellectual inquiry.

Nankai provides extensive academic resources including four main libraries, large digital collections and dedicated research centres, enabling students to pursue ambitious projects and cross-disciplinary study. Facilities for sports, cultural activities and student organizations support a balanced student life, while the multipurpose smart campus card and widespread campus wifi make daily life convenient. Close links with industry and research institutes create internship and research opportunities for undergraduates and postgraduates.

Located in Tianjin, a dynamic city close to Beijing, Nankai students benefit from thriving industry, international business presence and cultural events. International students find strong orientation support, language resources and a welcoming campus community. Graduates leave with strong credentials, research experience and the professional networks needed to succeed in academic, public and private sectors at home and abroad.