The PhD in Land Engineering at Chang'an University is a research-focused doctoral program designed to provide advanced expertise in the planning, utilization, surveying, and management of land resources in both urban and rural environments. The program covers areas such as land surveying and geodesy, soil mechanics, foundation engineering, land development, land-use planning, and infrastructure construction. Its curriculum emphasizes independent research, integrating theoretical study with field investigations, laboratory experiments, numerical modeling, and project-based applications to address complex challenges in land engineering and sustainable land use. Emphasis is placed on modern surveying technologies, geographic information systems (GIS), and environmentally responsible land development practices. Graduates are prepared for careers in land management and planning departments, surveying and mapping agencies, urban and regional planning institutes, construction and infrastructure firms, and research institutions, or for pursuing advanced interdisciplinary research in land engineering and geotechnical sciences.
Research Field:
Land Engineering
NOTE: The university may have additional program-specific eligibility requirements. It is recommended to verify these on the official university website.
Extra Notes
He application periods for each program are as follows:
Category
Name
Application Deadline
Scholarship Programs
Chinese Government Scholarship
(10710)
Type A (Bilateral Program):
31st May, 2026
Type B ( University Program-First batch): 28th February, 2026
Type B (University Program-Second batch): 31st March, 2026
Xi'an "Five Central Asian Countries" Scholarship
31st March, 2026
Xi’an Municipal“The Belt and Road” Scholarship
31st May, 2026
Chang'an University Presidential Scholarship
31st March, 2026
Self-funded Programs
15th June, 2026
Note: Each program has a limited number of available quota. If the enrollment quota is filled before the deadline, the application portal may close earlier accordingly.
Here are the main campus areas:
Main Campus (Beilin District): Often simply called the Main Campus, located centrally in Xi'an near the South Second Ring Road.
Weicheng/Weishui Campus: Known for specific facilities like China's only automobile proving field.
North Campus & South Campus: These are also significant parts of the university's physical presence.
Yanta & Taibai Campuses: Other distinct locations within Xi'an.