Overview
As a student of the BA English and Communication Studies programme, you will take cutting-edge modules across three departments: Applied Linguistics, Literary and Translation Studies, and Media and Communication. All modules incorporate advanced instructional content and maintain close alignment with current industry trends and technological developments.
The English and Communication Studies BA programme at Xi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University unique flexibility allows you to combine English specialisations – such as linguistics, literature, or translation and interpreting – with media and communication tracks, including journalism and public relations, digital media, and film studies. By tailoring your degree in this way, you will develop a distinctive academic profile with strong career advantages – whether you pursue postgraduate research or roles in language, education, media, or global communication.
Career opportunities:
Graduates will be attractive candidates in globalised workplaces and may be employed in journalism, broadcasting, advertising, or film making. They will also be well prepared for positions such as management trainee, professional translator or interpreter, teacher of English as a foreign language, and roles in retailing, computing, or librarianship.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
European Cinema
Digital Media Law and Ethics
Hollywood Cinema
Social Network Analysis
Enlightenment: Literature and Philosophy (1690-1795)
Postcolonial Literature
Language and Society
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
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Language
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Credits
Delivered
Campus Location
- Suzhou, China
Disciplines
Language Studies Media Studies & Mass Media View 11 other Bachelors in Media Studies & Mass Media 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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