The Ionian University and Beijing Language and Culture University are both international universities where in-depth research is combined with interdisciplinary collaboration, a focus on talent development and strong ties to international organizations and industry. Through this unique joint English-speaking Doctoral Degree (European Union University + Chinese University) in the fields of Human and Social Sciences, the respective institutions are determined to attract talented PhD students from all over the world.
Join an ambitious, dynamic research environment
As a PhD student both of IU and BLCU, students will be part of a diverse body of researchers working in an environment characterised by a culture of collaboration and openness combined with high academic ambitions. The atmosphere is informal and there is an emphasis on open dialogue, which leads to a working culture that strongly encourages creativity and independent decision-making.
Great working conditions
PhD students are eligible to be offered working opportunities within the institutions and enjoy access to the Chinese and Greek social security systems. The standard of living in Beijing and Corfu is high. Accommodation and leisure are therefore relatively expensive in both Corfu and Beijing compared to other townships and urban centers. However, the collaborating universities and the HSC are in a position to offer support in meeting these needs.
Requirements
During your PhD studies, you are required to:
- Take the compulsory course and at least two relevant courses or similar educational modules from the PhD program offer.
- Attend active research environments away from the institution to which you are admitted, by study trips to other institutions.
- Gain experience in teaching or in other types of research dissemination.
Career opportunities
The PhD has become an extremely attractive qualification for careers outside academia, for example in large companies in the consulting sector, the financial sector, international organisations and public administration.
The joint PhD degree from IU and BLCU is simultaneously an European Union University- and a Chinese University degree without any further procedures. Accordingly, you will be able to independently undertake high-calibre research, development and teaching projects in both the private and public sectors in Europe and in China. The majority of PhD students from international joint PhD find employment before graduating or in immediate continuation of their PhD studies.
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Why do a Joint PhD in IU+BLCU?
