Overview
Throughout this Architecture BEng programme at Xi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University by the time you graduate, you will have:
- fluency in the productive use of analogue and digital design tools and media
- an understanding of processes that form and transform urban space, principles of structure and construction, environmental control, and professional practice, as well as knowledge of conventional and innovative materials, processes and techniques related to architectural design and construction
- the ability to generate competitive, creative and critical design proposals and the skills and media methods to communicate these proposals clearly and effectively
- knowledge of architectural history and theory in both the Chinese and international context, as well as an understanding of the role of the architect in the construction industry
- the ability to evaluate evidence, arguments and assumptions in order to make and present sound judgments both within architectural design discourse and beyond.
Career opportunities:
- Graduates from this programme find excellent opportunities for employment and further education in architecture and its related disciplines, including other creative industries. Most of the graduates continue their studies in international postgraduate programmes. Our alumni have gone on to study at some of the universities ranked at the very top in the field, including the Bartlett at University College London, McGill University, the National University of Singapore, Politecnico di Milano, the University of Pennsylvania, and the University of Sydney.
- Our graduates have also secured employment in acclaimed international and Chinese practices such as Arata Isozaki, Arup, David Chipperfield, Farrells, Neri&Hu, and Tong Ming Studio. With a dual degree, RIBA validation, and strong communication skills developed through English language support and Chinese courses for international students, opportunities for postgraduate studies and professional careers in China and internationally are endless.
- Additionally, XJTLU offers its students a direct path to becoming a global professional architect by allowing them to register directly for the Master in Architectural Design during the first year of their studies*. The students can then bypass the application process upon graduation and become professional architects earlier in their careers.
Accreditation
RIBA Part 1
Programme Structure
Courses include:
Environmental Design and Sustainability
Structural Design
History of Asian Architecture
Small Urban Buildings
Design and Building Typology
Urban Studies
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before , International
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Year Three transfer application deadline and Architecture, Filmmaking, TV Production and Digital Media Arts application and portfolio is 15 June.
Language
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Credits
Delivered
Campus Location
- Suzhou, China
Disciplines
Architecture View 11 other Bachelors in Architecture in ChinaWhat students do after studying
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
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Other requirements
General requirements
We welcome applications from high-quality candidates in all subjects with appropriate high school or equivalent qualifications. Students will normally be expected to have a high standing in their high school performance with a minimum B average in all subjects as well as relevant subjects.
Year two entry:
Students who have completed A-levels or International Baccalaureate (or equivalent) will be considered for entry into Year Two, different programmes have different subject-relevant requirements.
A-level: BBB
IB Diploma: 30 points
AP Exams/ACT Tests/SAT II Subject Tests – High school diploma with a GPA of 3.0/4.0 or above.
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Tuition Fees
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents93000 CNY / year≈ 93000 CNY / year -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents93000 CNY / year≈ 93000 CNY / year
Living costs
Suzhou
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Work Permits
International students in China are generally not permitted to work while studying. Limited exceptions may apply with special approval from your university and authorities. Always confirm the current rules locally.
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