PhD Programs at Domestic Universities

An introduction to applying for PhD programs at domestic universities from the perspective of a SCUT student, with considerations, action references, and tips.

TODO: Add a guide to direct-entry PhD and application-assessment PhD programs:

• Supervisor selection and "套磁" (networking): how to contact professors, read lab papers, and determine research direction
• Core hard requirements: undergraduate/master's research output (first-author/co-first-author papers, patents), recommendation letters
• Application process and timeline: PhD招生 announcement release dates, application windows, and document submission checklists by university
• SCUT direct-entry PhD policy: eligibility, quota allocation, and curriculum differences for SCUT undergraduates
• Interview and assessment: written/oral exam formats for the application-assessment system, common questions, and preparation strategies