PhD in Sociology
Beijing Normal UniversityBeijing
- Tuition Fee
- ¥ 32,300 CNY/yr
- Duration
- 3 Years
- Language
- Chinese
- Degree Level
- PhD / Doctorate
Beijing Normal UniversityBeijingLast updated: November 2026View UniversityApplication deadline (per the university's page):Mar 10, 2027 · 115 days left
Costs
- Living costs per year in Beijing (estimate)
- ≈ ¥ 67,800 CNY
- Total per year
- ¥ 100,100 CNY
Whole programme (3 years)
- Tuition
- ¥ 96,900 CNY
- Living costs
- ≈ ¥ 203,400 CNY
- Total
- ¥ 300,300 CNY
Living costs are an estimate and vary by lifestyle. Prices can change, and the university confirms the final amounts. Visa, insurance and travel are not included.
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PhD in Sociology is a 3 Years PhD / Doctorate program offered by Beijing Normal University in Beijing, China. Teaching language: Chinese. Published tuition: 32300 CNY.
Program Overview
The PhD in Sociology program at Beijing Normal University offers an advanced academic journey into the complexities of social structures, behaviors, and institutions. Designed for scholars who aspire to contribute to the field through rigorous research, the program equips students with critical theoretical frameworks and advanced methodological skills. Students will engage in interdisciplinary studies, addressing pressing global and local social issues, while benefiting from the university’s esteemed faculty and extensive research resources.
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Core Curriculum
- Advanced Sociological Theory
- Qualitative and Quantitative Research Methods
- Contemporary Social Issues in China
- Globalization and Social Change
- Urban Sociology
- Gender and Society
- Ethnography and Fieldwork
- Sociology of Education
Career paths
Roles this field of study prepares you for. Your own path depends on your specialisation and experience.
- Policy Analyst
- Social Researcher
- Human Resources Specialist
- Programme Coordinator
Admission Requirements
- Applicants must be in good health, exhibit good character, respect Chinese customs, and comply with Chinese laws, regulations, and university rules.
- Applicants must be non-Chinese citizens with a foreign passport and under 50 years old (born after August 31, 1973).
- Doctoral degree applicants must be under 40 years old (born after August 31, 1983).
- Applicants must hold a degree equivalent to or above a Master’s degree from a Chinese university.
- For Chinese-taught PhD programs:
- - School of International Chinese Language Education requires 240+ in HSK 6 and 65+ in HSKK Advanced.
- - School of Chinese Language and Literature requires 210+ in HSK 5.
- - Other departments require 195+ in HSK 5.
- Applicants must submit paper application documents by February 25, 2024, after initial review.
Entry scores
The minimums published for this programme. The university confirms its own requirements.
| Requirement | Required |
|---|---|
| Minimum GPA | 3 |
| Maximum Age | 50 |
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Required Documents
Prepare these documents before submitting your application
- A valid Certificate of Non-Criminal Record(or Police Clearance Certificate)
- Certificate of HSK
- A photocopy of the first page of the applicant’s passport
- Passport photo
- Postgraduate school transcript
- Certificate of Master degree
- Two recommendation letters from two associate professors or scholars with higher academic titles
- or a senior expert in a related field.
- Personal Statement Form
- Passport
- Photo
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