Summary: The University of Nottingham Ningbo China (UNNC) invites high-achieving domestic and international candidates to apply for fully funded and competitive Doctoral Training Partnership (DTP) PhD Scholarships for the 2026 academic intake. These collaborative research programs are offered in partnership with prestigious Chinese research institutions and universities.
Scholarship Overview
Designation: PhD Scholarship / Doctoral Researcher
Host Institution: University of Nottingham Ningbo China (UNNC)
Scholarship Type: Doctoral Training Partnership (DTP) PhD Scholarships
Target Audience: Outstanding graduates applying for full-time PhD programs from China and worldwide
Scholarship Description
The Graduate School at UNNC offers competitive Doctoral Training Partnership (DTP) scholarships designed to foster cutting-edge research collaboration between UNNC and top-tier institutes, such as the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS), University of Chinese Academy of Sciences (UCAS), Ningbo University (NBU), Shandong University (SDU), Shenzhen University (SZU), and Yongjiang Laboratory. Awards are granted based on academic excellence and research potential.
Key Research Areas
DTP PhD research opportunities span across various interdisciplinary fields, including:
- Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence
- Smart City and Urban Informatics
- Green Energy, Resources, and Environmental Science
- Transportation Infrastructures and Civil Engineering
- Advanced Materials and Chemical Technology
- Business Administration and Economics
- Health and Life Sciences
Available DTP Scholarship Opportunities
Below is the detailed list of DTP scholarship programs currently open for applications:
| Scholarship Title | Reference Code | Places | Application Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DTP Scholarships at UNNC and HIAS, UCAS | 2605DTPHIAS | 4 | September 30, 2026 |
| DTP Scholarships at UNNC and IGSNRR, CAS | 2605DTPIGSNRR | 4 | September 30, 2026 |
| DTP Scholarships at UNNC and IUE, CAS | 2605DTPIUE | 4 | September 30, 2026 |
| DTP Scholarships at UNNC and NBU | 2605DTPNBU | 5 | September 30, 2026 |
| DTP Scholarships at UNNC and NIMTE, CAS | 2610DTPNIMTE | 5 | September 30, 2026 |
| DTP Scholarships at UNNC and SARI, CAS | 2604DTPSARI | 2 | September 30, 2026 |
| DTP Scholarships at UNNC and SDU (Green Energy & Resources) | 2605DTPSDUGER | 3 | September 30, 2026 |
| DTP Scholarships at UNNC and SDU (Transportation Infrastructures) | 2605DTPSDUTI | 2 | September 30, 2026 |
| DTP Scholarships at UNNC and SZU (Business areas) | 2605DTPSZUBIZ | 1 | September 30, 2026 |
| DTP Scholarships at UNNC and SZU (Computer Science) | 2605DTPSZUCS | 3 | September 30, 2026 |
| DTP Scholarships at UNNC and SZU (Smart City) | 2605DTPSZUSM | 4 | September 30, 2026 |
| DTP Scholarships at UNNC and Yongjiang Laboratory | 2610DTPYLAB | 6 | September 30, 2026 |
Location
University of Nottingham Ningbo China
199 Taikang East Road, Ningbo, Zhejiang Province, 315100, China (with joint research conducted at partner institutions across China).
Eligibility & Academic Qualifications
- Master’s Degree: Minimum average score of 65% with Merit or above from a recognized British university, or international equivalent.
- Bachelor’s Degree: Upper Second Class Honours (2:1) or higher from a British university, or international equivalent.
- Direct Entry from Bachelor’s: First-class honours from a British university or Double First-Class Chinese university may be considered by the Faculty of Science and Engineering, NUBS China, and School of Economics.
- Country-Specific Criteria:
- United States: Minimum GPA of 3.5 out of 4.0.
- China: Minimum weighted average score of 85 out of 100.
- English Language Proficiency: Applicants must meet the standard UNNC English language entry requirements for the relevant PhD subject.
- Supervisor Support: Applicants must contact a prospective UNNC supervisor who agrees to support the project and application before submitting.
How to Apply
No separate scholarship application form is required. Follow these steps to apply:
- Identify and contact an eligible UNNC supervisor in your research area and obtain their confirmation of supervision.
- Prepare your research proposal, academic transcripts, degree certificates, English test scores, and references.
- Submit an online application via the UNNC PhD application portal.
- Ensure you input the specific Scholarship Reference Code corresponding to your target DTP program during the online application process.
Note: Candidates are strongly advised to complete and submit their application at least one week prior to the official deadline to avoid submission delays.
Application Deadlines
Final Closing Date: September 30, 2026 (Individual intake review cycles also conclude on March 31, April 30, and May 31, 2026).
Official Links
For detailed entry requirements and online application access, visit the official UNNC Graduate School portal: UNNC DTP Scholarship Page.
