The PhD in Meteorology at Sun Yat‑sen University (中山大学) is a doctoral‑level, research‑focused program offered through the School of Atmospheric Sciences on the university’s Zhuhai Campus, where Meteorology serves as one of the core doctoral research areas within the broader discipline of atmospheric sciences. This program is structured to develop advanced scientific knowledge and independent research capabilities in key areas of atmospheric science, including weather and climate dynamics, atmospheric physics and chemistry, hydrometeorology, mesoscale and microscale meteorology, numerical weather prediction, severe weather processes and forecasting, air quality and atmospheric environment, and related interdisciplinary subjects, with opportunities to engage in cutting‑edge research that addresses both fundamental science and practical challenges in meteorology and weather forecasting. Applicants are evaluated through a competitive “application‑assessment” admissions process, after which doctoral candidates complete advanced coursework, undertake original research under faculty supervision, participate in academic seminars and collaborations, and produce a doctoral dissertation that contributes new insights or innovations to the field. Graduates are prepared for academic careers, research positions in meteorological agencies and climate institutions, and professional roles in sectors where deep expertise in atmospheric processes and weather systems is essential. Meteorology is listed as a doctoral degree program at Sun Yat‑sen University with instruction primarily in Chinese, and the discipline benefits from robust faculty, research platforms and regional strategic initiatives in atmospheric science.

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