Program Introduction
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.
Why This Program?
The world is undergoing profound transformations, as rapid technological advancements continue to reshape how information is produced, shared, and consumed. In this evolving landscape, global communication plays an increasingly pivotal role in shaping international development. Effective communication is essential for fostering mutual understanding, building trust, and promoting cooperation across diverse cultural and political contexts.
In response to these urgent global needs, this program is dedicated to cultivating scholars who can advance knowledge, research, and practice at the intersection of communication and global development. Through innovative and interdisciplinary approaches, it prepares researchers to generate impactful insights, develop evidence-based strategies, and contribute to sustainable solutions that support inclusive and collaborative global progress.
Program Highlights
Interdisciplinary Excellence: Leverages Tsinghua University’s expertise in journalism and communication while integrating global development perspectives, offering a cross-disciplinary curriculum that bridges theory and practice.
Research and Practice Integration: Provides systematic academic training in both research methods, enabling students to analyze and address critical issues in global development communication.
Cutting-edge Curriculum: Combines theoretical foundations, empirical research, and practical skills to prepare graduates to generate original ideas, advance communication theories, and shape policies and practices in global development.
Career Prospects
This program prepares graduates for successful careers in academia, research institutions, international organizations, and think tanks. Equipped with advanced research skills and a global perspective, graduates will be able to conduct independent, high-impact research, develop innovative theories, and produce scholarly and policy-relevant outputs that contributes to both academic advancement and practical solutions for global development challenges.
Program Requirements
Discipline and Major:
Discipline/Major: Journalism and Communication (First-level Discipline under the category of Literature),
Discipline Code: 0503.
Degree Conferred: Doctor of Literature.
Duration:
The standard duration of the program is 4 years, with a maximum allowable period of 6 years to complete all requirements, including coursework and dissertation.
Mode of Training:
The program adopts a supervised research model, integrating individual mentorship with advisory group guidance.
Each student is paired with a primary supervisor, who provides personalized academic guidance. An advisory group, consisting of at least three senior experts or doctoral degree holders, works collaboratively to support the student. The group provides structured oversights throughout all key academic milestones, including the qualification exam, research proposal defense, mid-term review, final presentation, and dissertation defense.
Credit Requirements and Curriculum Structure
A minimum of 36 credits (excluding remedial courses) is required for graduation. Credits are distributed across core courses, electives, and research activities.
