Sofeware Engineering (The PHD)

School of Software, Central South University

Doctor English medium

Application Deadline Sep 30,2025

RMB 30000 per year

Program Description

Program Highlight
- Quality teaching and up-to-date learning environments;
- Career-focused courses grounded in theory and enhanced through application;
- All students have excellent internship opportunities in top-level IT companies;
- An expectation that all students have an opportunity to complete an international study experience, and Preparation to work in a global environment.
Teaching Objective

The objective of the Ph.D. program is to educate highly qualified researchers required for the expansion of fundamental knowledge and technological innovation through research and development, as well as the needs of institutions of higher learning.The international students can either join the ordinary classes taught in Chinese with Chinese students, or join separate classes taught in English.

Major areas for doctoral work are: Mobile Computing and Wireless Networks; Distributed Systems; Computer Networks and Protocols; Parallel Algorithms and Architectures; Ad Hoc Networks; Databases; Semantics Web; Bioinformatics; Software Architecture; Software Measurement; Software Comprehension and Maintenance; Dependable Software.

Education Prerequisites Individuals should have a minimum of a masterr's degree before they apply to become software engineering doctoral students. Potential Career Options A Ph.D. program in software engineering prepares most graduates for careers in academia or research. Some potential career options include: Professor of software engineering Industrial laboratory researcher Software engineer Engineering laboratory director Industrial developer Courses Courses included in a typical Ph.D. program in software engineering cover research methodologies and advanced topics. Some examples include: User interfaced software Secure software systems Advanced computer networks Algorithms Software systems models Software management Software artifact analysis Systems engineering design

Entry Requirements

Individuals should have a minimum of a masterr's degree before they apply to become software engineering doctoral students.

Application Materials

1. Photocopy of valid passport

With photo, passport number &expiration date and name included.

2. Passport-sized photo

A passport-sized photo taken recently of the applicant.

3. Master's degree diploma

Graduation certificate should be in Chinese or English.If not, it should be translated into Chinese or English and be notarized.

4. Transcript of postgraduate school

5. Two recommendation letters

From professor,associate professor or equivalents.

SICAS Service

1.Free Online Consulting, response within one working day.
2.Free access to Chinese university database, 60,000+ programs in 500+ top Chinese universities are available.
3.Free and easy-to-use online application system, only need 20 minutes to complete application.
4.Admission & JW202 Guarantee.
5.Admission Speed-up.
6.Mostly get admission letter in 2 weeks.
7.Free visa guide, per-departure guide and students handbook.
8.Money Transfer Service.
9.Chance to find alumni.
10.Pre-departure Training.
11.Accommodation arrangement.
12.Police Registration & Resident Permit.
13.Medical Check in China.
14.Insurance in China.
15.New Students Orientation Week.
16.Long-term Parents-style Care---SICAS "Plus Gift".

Basic Information

Starting Date:

Sep 01,2025
Application Deadline:

Sep 30,2025
Teaching Language :

English
Duration:

4 Years
Tuition :

30000 per year
Service Fee:

USD 50
Application Fee:

USD 150 (Non-Refundable)