The Doctoral Program in Communication and Global Development at the School of Journalism and Communication, Tsinghua University is a fully English-taught doctoral program. This internationally oriented program takes a forward-looking approach to examining communication mechanisms, strategies, and impacts within the context of global development.

Integrating journalism and communication studies with rigorous empirical research, the program is designed to cultivate top scholars equipped with advanced analytical skills, interdisciplinary research approaches, and global perspectives. Graduates will be prepared to generate new knowledge in communication and development, foster cross-cultural dialogue, and actively participate in international training and networking initiatives, contributing meaningfully to the advancement of global development goals.

More Details: https://www.tsjc.tsinghua.edu.cn/en/info/1207/1625.htm

Eligibility Criteria

The doctoral program is open exclusively to international students. Applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Applicants must be non-Chinese citizens with a valid passport.

• Applicants should be in good health and of good character, be well-behaved and be willing to abide by China's laws and regulations, as well as Tsinghua's rules.

• Applicants should hold a master's degree, or a degree equivalent to a Chinese master's degree, which can be verified by the Chinese Education Ministry.

• Applicants must demonstrate proficiency in English, as all instruction is conducted in English. An IELTS score of 7 or above or a TOEFL score of 103 or above is required.

Application Schedule

1st Round:  8:00 AM Nov. 1, 2025——5:00 PM Dec. 31, 2025

2nd Round:  8:00 AM Jan. 1, 2025——5:00 PM Feb. 28, 2025

3rd Round:  8:00 AM Mar. 1, 2025——5:00 PM Mar. 28, 2025

* The winter break at THU will be from Jan. 22, 2026 to Feb. 23, 2026. The application system will still be available during the winter break, but online verification might be delayed due to the vacation. Applicants wishing to apply for a full Chinese Government Scholarship are advised to submit their application in the first round.

Tuition Fees

RMB 60,000 per student per year, for a standard duration of 4 years.

Contact Information

Tel：+86-10-62796842

Email：tsjcws@tsinghua.edu.cn

The URL for online application website is https://yzbm.tsinghua.edu.cn/intlLogin

Please visit the official website to get all the admissions information for Tsinghua University international graduate programs 2026: https://yz.tsinghua.edu.cn/en/