0805J1  Soft Matter Science and Engineering (MEng/Ph.D)

School of Emergent Soft Matter

Program Overview

Focusing on fundamental scientific issues of soft matter in chemistry and chemical engineering, the program extends to advanced functional materials and high-performance hybrid materials. Aligning with global scientific frontiers, we aim to empower students to engage in real-world innovation through foundational and applied research in soft matter science.

Doctoral research interests: 

1. Soft Matter Physics

2. Soft Matter Chemistry

3. Soft Matter Engineering

4. Soft Matter Technology

Curriculum

Duration

• MEng 3 years

• Ph.D 4 years

Start date

• September 2026

Student Outcomes

Career Opportunities: Our postgraduate program has achieved an employment rate over 98%, with graduates primarily pursuing careers in manufacturing, IT services, educational institutions, and related fields.

Entry Requirements

We consider all applicants on an individual basis, welcoming students from all over the world! Applicants must be non-Chinese citizens and under the age of 35.  

Applicants are required to attend the examination/interview organized by the School of Emergent Soft Matter. For more information, please Contact Ms. Zhang via zhangbk@scut.edu.cn.

Fees and Funding

Tuition Fee

• Master Program: 32,000 CNY/year

• PhD Program: 40,000 CNY/year

Scholarships and Application Deadlines

• Chinese Government Scholarship: October 1 – February (following year)     

• Guangdong Provincial Government Scholarship (New Students): June 30     

• SCUT Outstanding International Student Scholarship (New Students): June 30

Application Fee

• 450 RMB

Note:

1. The above information is for international students.

2. Scholarship deadlines may be updated according to the latest annual notice. For more details about scholarship, please check the SCHOLARSHIPS on https://sie.scut.edu.cn/.