The Research and Conservation Center for Unearthed Texts at Tsinghua University is now accepting applications for its 2026 doctoral programs. We welcome outstanding students from around the world with a strong interest in unearthed documents and paleography to join our research community.

Program Overview

The Center offers doctoral degrees in two disciplines, both focusing on Chinese Paleography:

Supervisors

Prospective applicants are encouraged to contact potential supervisors based on their research interests.

Doctor of Literature (Ph.D.) in Chinese Paleography

- Huang Dekuan

- Wang Ziyang

- Jia Lianxiang

- Chen Nan

- Liu Ying

- Liu Zhiyuan

- Shi Xiaoli

Doctor of History (Ph.D.) in Chinese Paleography

- Liu Guozhong

- Hou Xudong

- Yan Zhibin

- Cheng Hao

- Rens Krijgsman

- Gu Tao

- Guo Weitao

- Li Shuangjie

Application Timeline

The application is conducted in two rounds. Applicants are strongly encouraged to apply during the first round for early consideration.

- First Round: Now – December 15, 2025 (17:00 Beijing Time)

- Second Round: January 1, 2026 (08:00) – February 27, 2026 (17:00 Beijing Time)

Useful Links

Admissions Brochure (https://yz.tsinghua.edu.cn/info/1015/3056.htm)

Online Program Catalog (https://yzbm.tsinghua.edu.cn/publish/s05/s0503/list)

Tsinghua Graduate Admissions Introduction （https://yz.tsinghua.edu.cn/en/info/1014/1120.htm)

For any inquiries regarding the application process, please contact the Tsinghua University Graduate Admissions Office.