PhD in Physics
Hangzhou, China
PhD
DURATION
5 years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
Aug 2026
TUITION FEES
CNY 40,000 / per year **
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* 1st Round: January 5th 2026 | 2nd Round: March 31st 2026
** All admitted students receive a full or partial tuition waiver and a monthly stipend
Key Summary
Physics at Westlake University has developed rapidly in recent years. Great progress has been made in theoretical physics, condensed matter physics, atomic and molecular, and optical physics, and there are plans to develop high-energy physics and astrophysics directions. Physics students receive solid training in mathematics and theoretical and experimental physics. They will develop a wide range of interests and skills through coursework, experimentation, and participation in academic seminars and academic presentations.
Education Objectives
Students in our Ph.D. program in physics will receive thorough training in mathematics and theoretical and experimental physics. They will develop broad interests and skills through course studies, experiments, and participating in on-campus and international seminars and research conferences. Students are prepared to pursue careers in higher education, research, private industry, and government in diverse cross-disciplinary fields and industries.
Westlake University is committed to making Ph.D. education valuable and affordable. We provide financial support for our doctoral students to cover their tuition, on-campus room and board rates, insurance premiums, and other living costs. All admitted Ph.D. students in our programs receive full or partial tuition waivers and a monthly living stipend to cover daily living expenses. In addition, Westlake houses world-class laboratories and multiple shared facilities that support a diverse array of cutting-edge research. Our facilities are well-funded and well-equipped, giving our Ph.D. students sufficient resources to succeed in their research, academics, and professional endeavors.
Applicants to the Ph.D. program in Physics can focus on one of the following four Research Fields: