Westlake University in Hangzhou, China, is inviting international applicants to apply for the Westlake University PhD Fellowship, covering nine PhD programs across science, engineering, and technology fields. The fellowship provides a monthly stipend plus a full or partial tuition waiver, enabling talented students to pursue frontier research in a world-class, research-oriented university.
About Westlake University
Westlake University is a high-quality, research-focused institution founded by globally respected scientists and scholars. Located in the historic city of Hangzhou, the university emphasizes:
- Academic freedom and research excellence
- Interdisciplinary engagement across science, engineering, and medicine
- Extensive international collaboration and a globally oriented campus
Westlake currently hosts four schools: Life Sciences, Science, Engineering, and Medicine, each with cutting-edge laboratories and strong national, provincial, and municipal research platforms.
PhD Programs Open to International Applicants
The Westlake University PhD Fellowship is available for the following nine programs:
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Physics
- Quantitative Biology and Complex Systems
- Electronic Science and Technology
- Materials Science and Engineering
- Information Technology in Artificial Intelligence
- Sustainability Science and Technology
- Mathematics
PhD training at Westlake is highly interdisciplinary, and students can combine research interests across different programs and schools.
Fellowship Highlights
- Westlake PhD Fellowship: monthly stipend plus full or partial tuition waiver
- Access to state-of-the-art, world-class research laboratories and facilities
- All courses taught in English; research teams and campus support use English as the primary language
- Strong career development support and mentoring throughout the program
- Interdisciplinary coursework and research across science, engineering, and technology
- International campus environment with a vibrant community of researchers
Eligibility
- Applicants to the Mathematics PhD program: Master’s degree in a related field required.
- Applicants to all other programs: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a related field.
- Open to candidates of all nationalities.
Application Requirements
Applicants must prepare the following documents:
- Photocopy of passport
- Personal statement
- All diploma and degree certificates
- Academic transcripts for all degree programs
- Evidence of English language proficiency
- Catalogue and abstract of published papers or other documents demonstrating academic ability (optional)
- Two recommendation letters
Full details and submission are available via the Westlake University online admissions portal.
Application Rounds and Deadlines (Fall 2026 Intake)
Applications for Westlake University PhD programs follow two rounds of admission, with specific windows for each program between October 2025 and March 2026. The global closing date for the fellowship announcement is 28 February 2026; candidates should consult the official website for precise deadlines by program and round.
How to Apply and Learn More
Further details, including online application forms and program-specific information, can be found at:
https://en.westlake.edu.cn/admissions/graduate/#Overview?International_Applicants
For enquiries:
Derek Meyer
Senior Manager of International Affairs
Email: derek@westlake.edu.cn