At Anhui Agricultural University (AAU) in Hefei, China, the PhD in Olericulture is offered as a full-time research-oriented doctoral program within the broader discipline of Horticulture (Olericulture). This doctoral track is designed to train advanced scholars and researchers in the science and technology of vegetable crops, focusing on in-depth study of vegetable biology, physiology, breeding, cultivation systems, protection, post-harvest physiology, and sustainable production technologies. The program typically spans 3–4 years, during which doctoral candidates undertake specialized coursework, comprehensive literature study, and independent, original research culminating in a doctoral dissertation that contributes new scientific knowledge to the field. Olericulture at AAU is recognized as a doctoral-level authorized discipline, reflecting the university’s academic strength in horticultural sciences and its capacity to support high-end research training. 

NOTE: The university may have additional program-specific eligibility requirements.
It is recommended to verify these on the official university website.