Entry Requirement

Academic requirement

Applicants should hold bachelor’s and master’s degrees in relevant fields. Exceptional candidate holding a Bachelor’s degree only may be considered on an individual basis. The following minimum entry requirements should be fulfilled.

China

The minimum entry requirement for Bachelor and Master degree holder is:

• Top 100 of the latest Shanghai Ranking or World-class universities or First-class disciplines (MoE, People’s Republic of China): 75 percent or above (Weighted Average Mark).
• Other universities: 80 – 85 percent or above (Weighted Average Mark), depending on your undergraduate/postgraduate institution.

Note: Shanghai Ranking of The Best Chinese Universities is subject to annual update at https://www.shanghairanking.cn/rankings/bcur/202411

UK

• UK first or 2:1 class Bachelor degree with Honours
• UK Pass with Merit Master degree

North America

• 3.0 Cumulative GPA (out of 4) for Bachelor and Master degree holder

Other regions

• Equivalent to the above UK first or 2:1 class Bachelor degree
• Pass with Merit Master degree

English language requirement

• IELTS Academic overall 6.5 no band below 6.0
• TOEFL iBT Minimum 88 overall with L 19 R 19 W 19 and S 20
• PTE requirement is an overall score of 61 with a minimum of 59 in each component

All students applying to PhD programme must demonstrate that they are competent in the use of the English language and satisfy the University’s requirements. You should normally possess an appropriate IELTS, or equivalent score as listed on University of Liverpool webpage. Please note this is only valid for two years from the test report date to the start date of the programme.

*We do not accept a combination of test scores taken at different times for any accepted English proficiency tests. If you have any questions, please contact the Admissions Team at doctoralstudies@xjtlu.edu.cn for clarification.

You will qualify for an exemption from the English language requirement if one of the following applies to you:

• You are a national of a majority English-speaking country as defined by UKVI.
• You have completed/are completing a degree in XJTLU or in the following countries or territories (Chinese joint venture programmes are not included): Antigua and Barbuda; Australia; the Bahamas; Barbados; Belize; the British Overseas Territories; Dominica; Grenada; Guyana; Ireland; Jamaica; Malta; New Zealand; St Kitts and Nevis; St Lucia; St Vincent and the Grenadines; Trinidad and Tobago; UK; USA. Please note this only valid for two years from the date awarded the degree to the start date of the PhD programme.

Academic requirement

Applicants should hold bachelor’s and master’s degrees in relevant fields. Exceptional candidate holding a Bachelor’s degree only may be considered on an individual basis. The following minimum entry requirements should be fulfilled.

China

The minimum entry requirement for Bachelor and Master degree holder is:

• Top 100 of the latest Shanghai Ranking or World-class universities or First-class disciplines (MoE, People’s Republic of China): 75 percent or above (Weighted Average Mark).
• Other universities: 80 – 85 percent or above (Weighted Average Mark), depending on your undergraduate/postgraduate institution.

Note: Shanghai Ranking of The Best Chinese Universities is subject to annual update at https://www.shanghairanking.cn/rankings/bcur/202411

UK

• UK first or 2:1 class Bachelor degree with Honours
• UK Pass with Merit Master degree

North America

• 3.0 Cumulative GPA (out of 4) for Bachelor and Master degree holder

Other regions

• Equivalent to the above UK first or 2:1 class Bachelor degree
• Pass with Merit Master degree

English language requirement

• IELTS Academic overall 6.5 no band below 5.5
• TOEFL iBT minimum 88 overall with 17-Listening, Writing, Reading, 19-Speaking.
• PTE Academic 61 with minimum scores of 59 in each component

All students applying to PhD programme must demonstrate that they are competent in the use of the English language and satisfy the University’s requirements. You should normally possess an appropriate IELTS, or equivalent score as listed on University of Liverpool webpage. Please note this is only valid for two years from the test report date to the start date of the programme.

*We do not accept a combination of test scores taken at different times for any accepted English proficiency tests. If you have any questions, please contact the Admissions Team at doctoralstudies@xjtlu.edu.cn for clarification.

You will qualify for an exemption from the English language requirement if one of the following applies to you:

• You are a national of a majority English-speaking country as defined by UKVI.
• You have completed/are completing a degree in XJTLU or in the following countries or territories (Chinese joint venture programmes are not included): Antigua and Barbuda; Australia; the Bahamas; Barbados; Belize; the British Overseas Territories; Dominica; Grenada; Guyana; Ireland; Jamaica; Malta; New Zealand; St Kitts and Nevis; St Lucia; St Vincent and the Grenadines; Trinidad and Tobago; UK; USA. Please note this only valid for two years from the date awarded the degree to the start date of the PhD programme.

Academic requirement

Applicants should hold bachelor’s and master’s degrees in relevant fields. The following minimum entry requirements should be fulfilled.

China

The minimum entry requirement for Bachelor and Master degree holder is:

• Top 100 of the latest Shanghai Ranking or World-class universities or First-class disciplines (MoE, People’s Republic of China): 75 percent or above (Weighted Average Mark).
• Other universities: 80 – 85 percent or above (Weighted Average Mark), depending on your undergraduate/postgraduate institution.

Note: Shanghai Ranking of The Best Chinese Universities is subject to annual update at https://www.shanghairanking.cn/rankings/bcur/202411

UK

• UK first or 2:1 class Bachelor degree with Honours
• UK Pass with Merit Master degree

North America

• 3.0 Cumulative GPA (out of 4) for Bachelor and Master degree holder

Other regions

• Equivalent to the above UK first or 2:1 class Bachelor degree
• Pass with Merit Master degree

English language requirement

• IELTS Academic overall 7.0 no band below 6.5
• TOEFL iBT Minimum 100 overall with L 21 R 21 W 21 and S 23

All students applying to PhD programme must demonstrate that they are competent in the use of the English language and satisfy the University’s requirements. You should normally possess an appropriate IELTS, or equivalent score as listed on University of Liverpool webpage. Please note this is only valid for two years from the test report date to the start date of the programme.

*We do not accept a combination of test scores taken at different times for any accepted English proficiency tests. If you have any questions, please contact the Admissions Team at doctoralstudies@xjtlu.edu.cn for clarification.

You will qualify for an exemption from the English language requirement if one of the following applies to you:

• You are a national of a majority English-speaking country as defined by UKVI.
• You have completed/are completing a degree in XJTLU or in the following countries or territories (Chinese joint venture programmes are not included): Antigua and Barbuda; Australia; the Bahamas; Barbados; Belize; the British Overseas Territories; Dominica; Grenada; Guyana; Ireland; Jamaica; Malta; New Zealand; St Kitts and Nevis; St Lucia; St Vincent and the Grenadines; Trinidad and Tobago; UK; USA. Please note this only valid for two years from the date awarded the degree to the start date of the PhD programme.

Academic requirement

Applicants should hold bachelor’s and master’s degrees in relevant fields. Exceptional candidate holding a Bachelor’s degree only may be considered on an individual basis. The following minimum entry requirements should be fulfilled.

China

The minimum entry requirement for Bachelor and Master degree holder is:

• Top 100 of the latest Shanghai Ranking or World-class universities or First-class disciplines (MoE, People’s Republic of China): 75 percent or above (Weighted Average Mark).
• Other universities: 80 – 85 percent or above (Weighted Average Mark), depending on your undergraduate/postgraduate institution.

Note: Shanghai Ranking of The Best Chinese Universities is subject to annual update at https://www.shanghairanking.cn/rankings/bcur/202411

UK

• UK first or 2:1 class Bachelor degree with Honours
• UK Pass with Merit Master degree

North America

• 3.0 Cumulative GPA (out of 4) for Bachelor and Master degree holder

Other regions

• Equivalent to the above UK first or 2:1 class Bachelor degree
• Pass with Merit Master degree

English language requirement

• IELTS Academic overall 6.5 no band below 5.5
• TOEFL iBT minimum 88 overall with 17-Listening, Writing, Reading, 19-Speaking
• PTE Academic 61 with minimum scores of 59 in each component

All students applying to PhD programme must demonstrate that they are competent in the use of the English language and satisfy the University’s requirements. You should normally possess an appropriate IELTS, or equivalent score as listed on University of Liverpool webpage. Please note this is only valid for two years from the test report date to the start date of the programme.

*We do not accept a combination of test scores taken at different times for any accepted English proficiency tests. If you have any questions, please contact the Admissions Team at doctoralstudies@xjtlu.edu.cn for clarification.

You will qualify for an exemption from the English language requirement if one of the following applies to you:

• You are a national of a majority English-speaking country as defined by UKVI.
• You have completed/are completing a degree in XJTLU or in the following countries or territories (Chinese joint venture programmes are not included): Antigua and Barbuda; Australia; the Bahamas; Barbados; Belize; the British Overseas Territories; Dominica; Grenada; Guyana; Ireland; Jamaica; Malta; New Zealand; St Kitts and Nevis; St Lucia; St Vincent and the Grenadines; Trinidad and Tobago; UK; USA. Please note this only valid for two years from the date awarded the degree to the start date of the PhD programme.

Academic requirement

Applicants should hold bachelor’s and master’s degrees in relevant fields. The following minimum entry requirements should be fulfilled.

China

The minimum entry requirement for Bachelor and Master degree holder is:

• Top 100 of the latest Shanghai Ranking or World-class universities or First-class disciplines (MoE, People’s Republic of China): 75 percent or above (Weighted Average Mark).
• Other universities: 80 – 85 percent or above (Weighted Average Mark), depending on your undergraduate/postgraduate institution.

Note: Shanghai Ranking of The Best Chinese Universities is subject to annual update at https://www.shanghairanking.cn/rankings/bcur/202411

UK

• UK first or 2:1 class Bachelor degree with Honours
• UK Pass with Merit Master degree

North America

• 3.0 Cumulative GPA (out of 4) for Bachelor and Master degree holder

Other regions

• Equivalent to the above UK first or 2:1 class Bachelor degree
• Pass with Merit Master degree

English language requirement

• IELTS Academic overall 7.0 no band below 6.5
• TOEFL iBT Minimum 100 overall with L 21 R 21 W 21 and S 23
• PTE Academic 69 with minimum scores of 61 in each component

All students applying to PhD programme must demonstrate that they are competent in the use of the English language and satisfy the University’s requirements. You should normally possess an appropriate IELTS, or equivalent score as listed on University of Liverpool webpage. Please note this is only valid for two years from the test report date to the start date of the programme.

*We do not accept a combination of test scores taken at different times for any accepted English proficiency tests. If you have any questions, please contact the Admissions Team at doctoralstudies@xjtlu.edu.cn for clarification.

You will qualify for an exemption from the English language requirement if one of the following applies to you:

• You are a national of a majority English-speaking country as defined by UKVI.
• You have completed/are completing a degree in XJTLU or in the following countries or territories (Chinese joint venture programmes are not included): Antigua and Barbuda; Australia; the Bahamas; Barbados; Belize; the British Overseas Territories; Dominica; Grenada; Guyana; Ireland; Jamaica; Malta; New Zealand; St Kitts and Nevis; St Lucia; St Vincent and the Grenadines; Trinidad and Tobago; UK; USA. Please note this only valid for two years from the date awarded the degree to the start date of the PhD programme.

Academic requirement

Applicants should hold bachelor’s and master’s degrees in relevant fields. Exceptional candidate holding a Bachelor’s degree only may be considered on an individual basis. The following minimum entry requirements should be fulfilled.

China

The minimum entry requirement for Bachelor and Master degree holder is:

• Top 100 of the latest Shanghai Ranking or World-class universities or First-class disciplines (MoE, People’s Republic of China): 75 percent or above (Weighted Average Mark).
• Other universities: 80 – 85 percent or above (Weighted Average Mark), depending on your undergraduate/postgraduate institution.

Note: Shanghai Ranking of The Best Chinese Universities is subject to annual update at https://www.shanghairanking.cn/rankings/bcur/202411

UK

• UK first or 2:1 class Bachelor degree with Honours
• UK Pass with Merit Master degree

North America

• 3.0 Cumulative GPA (out of 4) for Bachelor and Master degree holder

Other regions

• Equivalent to the above UK first or 2:1 class Bachelor degree
• Pass with Merit Master degree

English language requirement

• IELTS Academic overall 6.5 no band below 5.5
• TOEFL iBT minimum 88 overall with 17-Listening, Writing, Reading, 19-Speaking
• PTE Academic 61 with minimum scores of 59 in each component

All students applying to PhD programme must demonstrate that they are competent in the use of the English language and satisfy the University’s requirements. You should normally possess an appropriate IELTS, or equivalent score as listed on University of Liverpool webpage. Please note this is only valid for two years from the test report date to the start date of the programme.

*We do not accept a combination of test scores taken at different times for any accepted English proficiency tests. If you have any questions, please contact the Admissions Team at doctoralstudies@xjtlu.edu.cn for clarification.

You will qualify for an exemption from the English language requirement if one of the following applies to you:

• You are a national of a majority English-speaking country as defined by UKVI.
• You have completed/are completing a degree in XJTLU or in the following countries or territories (Chinese joint venture programmes are not included): Antigua and Barbuda; Australia; the Bahamas; Barbados; Belize; the British Overseas Territories; Dominica; Grenada; Guyana; Ireland; Jamaica; Malta; New Zealand; St Kitts and Nevis; St Lucia; St Vincent and the Grenadines; Trinidad and Tobago; UK; USA. Please note this only valid for two years from the date awarded the degree to the start date of the PhD programme.

Academic requirement

Applicants should hold bachelor’s and master’s degrees in relevant fields. Exceptional candidate holding a Bachelor’s degree only may be considered on an individual basis. The following minimum entry requirements should be fulfilled.

China

The minimum entry requirement for Bachelor and Master degree holder is:

• Top 100 of the latest Shanghai Ranking or World-class universities or First-class disciplines (MoE, People’s Republic of China): 75 percent or above (Weighted Average Mark).
• Other universities: 80 – 85 percent or above (Weighted Average Mark), depending on your undergraduate/postgraduate institution.

Note: Shanghai Ranking of The Best Chinese Universities is subject to annual update at https://www.shanghairanking.cn/rankings/bcur/202411

UK

• UK first or 2:1 class Bachelor degree with Honours
• UK Pass with Merit Master degree

North America

• 3.0 Cumulative GPA (out of 4) for Bachelor and Master degree holder

Other regions

• Equivalent to the above UK first or 2:1 class Bachelor degree
• Pass with Merit Master degree

English language requirement

• IELTS Academic overall 6.5 no band below 5.5
• TOEFL iBT Minimum 88 overall with L 20 W 20 R 20 and S 22
• PTE Academic 61 with minimum scores of 59 in each component

All students applying to PhD programme must demonstrate that they are competent in the use of the English language and satisfy the University’s requirements. You should normally possess an appropriate IELTS, or equivalent score as listed on University of Liverpool webpage. Please note this is only valid for two years from the test report date to the start date of the programme.

*We do not accept a combination of test scores taken at different times for any accepted English proficiency tests. If you have any questions, please contact the Admissions Team at doctoralstudies@xjtlu.edu.cn for clarification.

You will qualify for an exemption from the English language requirement if one of the following applies to you:

• You are a national of a majority English-speaking country as defined by UKVI.
• You have completed/are completing a degree in XJTLU or in the following countries or territories (Chinese joint venture programmes are not included): Antigua and Barbuda; Australia; the Bahamas; Barbados; Belize; the British Overseas Territories; Dominica; Grenada; Guyana; Ireland; Jamaica; Malta; New Zealand; St Kitts and Nevis; St Lucia; St Vincent and the Grenadines; Trinidad and Tobago; UK; USA. Please note this only valid for two years from the date awarded the degree to the start date of the PhD programme.

Academic requirement

Applicants should hold bachelor’s and master’s degrees in relevant fields. The following minimum entry requirements should be fulfilled.

China

The minimum entry requirement for Bachelor and Master degree holder is:

• Top 100 of the latest Shanghai Ranking or World-class universities or First-class disciplines (MoE, People’s Republic of China): 75 percent or above (Weighted Average Mark).
• Other universities: 80 – 85 percent or above (Weighted Average Mark), depending on your undergraduate/postgraduate institution.

Note: Shanghai Ranking of The Best Chinese Universities is subject to annual update at https://www.shanghairanking.cn/rankings/bcur/202411

UK

• UK first or 2:1 class Bachelor degree with Honours
• UK Pass with Merit Master degree

North America

• 3.0 Cumulative GPA (out of 4) for Bachelor and Master degree holder

Other regions

• Equivalent to the above UK first or 2:1 class Bachelor degree
• Pass with Merit Master degree

English language requirement

• IELTS Academic overall 6.5 no band below 6
• TOEFL iBT Minimum 88 overall with L 19 W 19 R 19 and S 20
• PTE Academic 61 with minimum scores of 59 in each component

All students applying to PhD programme must demonstrate that they are competent in the use of the English language and satisfy the University’s requirements. You should normally possess an appropriate IELTS, or equivalent score as listed on University of Liverpool webpage. Please note this is only valid for two years from the test report date to the start date of the programme.

*We do not accept a combination of test scores taken at different times for any accepted English proficiency tests. If you have any questions, please contact the Admissions Team at doctoralstudies@xjtlu.edu.cn for clarification.

You will qualify for an exemption from the English language requirement if one of the following applies to you:

• You are a national of a majority English-speaking country as defined by UKVI.
• You have completed/are completing a degree in XJTLU or in the following countries or territories (Chinese joint venture programmes are not included): Antigua and Barbuda; Australia; the Bahamas; Barbados; Belize; the British Overseas Territories; Dominica; Grenada; Guyana; Ireland; Jamaica; Malta; New Zealand; St Kitts and Nevis; St Lucia; St Vincent and the Grenadines; Trinidad and Tobago; UK; USA. Please note this only valid for two years from the date awarded the degree to the start date of the PhD programme.

Academic requirement

Must have a Master’s degree. Students with a Master’s degree in education, psychology, leadership, intercultural communication, or other relevant social science field are preferred.

Work experience/other requirements

Applicants must have acquired at least four years of full-time experience in the education sector (or equivalent) and aspire to be leaders in education.

English requirement

• IELTS Academic overall 7.0 (with a minimum of 6.5 in each component), or
• TOEFL iBT 100 (with L 21 R 21 W 21 and S 23), or
• PTE Academic 69 (with minimum scores of 61 in each component).

All students applying to PhD programme must demonstrate that they are competent in the use of the English language and satisfy the University’s requirements. You should normally possess an appropriate IELTS Academic overall, or equivalent score as listed on University of Liverpool webpage. Please note this is only valid for two years from the test report date to the start date of the programme.

*We do not accept a combination of test scores taken at different times for any accepted English proficiency tests.

If you are unsure about the requirements or which test scores are accepted, please contact the Admissions Team at doctoralstudies@xjtlu.edu.cn for clarification.

You will qualify for an exemption from the English language requirement if one of the following applies to you:

• You are a national of a majority English-speaking country as defined by UKVI.
• You have completed/are completing a degree in XJTLU or in the following countries or territories (Chinese joint venture programmes are not included): Antigua and Barbuda; Australia; the Bahamas; Barbados; Belize; the British Overseas Territories; Dominica; Grenada; Guyana; Ireland; Jamaica; Malta; New Zealand; St Kitts and Nevis; St Lucia; St Vincent and the Grenadines; Trinidad and Tobago; UK; USA. Please note this only valid for two years from the date awarded the degree to the start date of the PhD programme.

Pre-Sessional English (PSE) Course

If you miss the English language requirements by 0.5 of an IELTS Academic overall band but meet the language requirements for the Pre-sessional English (PSE) Course(including minimum component scores or equivalents), you may be accepted onto the PSE course subject to Programme Director’s approval. Upon successful completion of the PSE course, you will be able to change your XJTLU EdD’s offer letter to ‘Unconditional’ for the English level.

Note: The English language requirement for Pre-sessional English (PSE) Course for EdD programme is the minimum requirement. Meeting the minimum requirement does not guarantee successful application for the Pre-sessional English (PSE) Course.

Academic requirement

Applicants should hold bachelor’s and master’s degrees in relevant fields. Exceptional candidate holding a Bachelor’s degree only may be considered on an individual basis. The following minimum entry requirements should be fulfilled.

China

The minimum entry requirement for Bachelor and Master degree holder is:

• Top 100 of the latest Shanghai Ranking or World-class universities or First-class disciplines (MoE, People’s Republic of China): 75 percent or above (Weighted Average Mark).
• Other universities: 80 – 85 percent or above (Weighted Average Mark), depending on your undergraduate/postgraduate institution.

Note: Shanghai Ranking of The Best Chinese Universities is subject to annual update at https://www.shanghairanking.cn/rankings/bcur/202411

UK

• UK first or 2:1 class Bachelor degree with Honours
• UK Pass with Merit Master degree

North America

• 3.0 Cumulative GPA (out of 4) for Bachelor and Master degree holder

Other regions

• Equivalent to the above UK first or 2:1 class Bachelor degree
• Pass with Merit Master degree

English language requirement

• IELTS Academic overall 6.5 no band below 5.5
• TOEFL iBT Minimum 88 overall with L 17 W 17 R 17 and S 19
• PTE Academic 61 with minimum scores of 59 in each component

All students applying to PhD programme must demonstrate that they are competent in the use of the English language and satisfy the University’s requirements. You should normally possess an appropriate IELTS, or equivalent score as listed on University of Liverpool webpage. Please note this is only valid for two years from the test report date to the start date of the programme.

*We do not accept a combination of test scores taken at different times for any accepted English proficiency tests. If you have any questions, please contact the Admissions Team at doctoralstudies@xjtlu.edu.cn for clarification.

You will qualify for an exemption from the English language requirement if one of the following applies to you:

• You are a national of a majority English-speaking country as defined by UKVI.
• You have completed/are completing a degree in XJTLU or in the following countries or territories (Chinese joint venture programmes are not included): Antigua and Barbuda; Australia; the Bahamas; Barbados; Belize; the British Overseas Territories; Dominica; Grenada; Guyana; Ireland; Jamaica; Malta; New Zealand; St Kitts and Nevis; St Lucia; St Vincent and the Grenadines; Trinidad and Tobago; UK; USA. Please note this only valid for two years from the date awarded the degree to the start date of the PhD programme.

Academic requirement

Applicants should hold bachelor’s and master’s degrees in relevant fields. The following minimum entry requirements should be fulfilled.

China

The minimum entry requirement for Bachelor and Master degree holder is:

• Top 100 of the latest Shanghai Ranking or World-class universities or First-class disciplines (MoE, People’s Republic of China): 75 percent or above (Weighted Average Mark).
• Other universities: 80 – 85 percent or above (Weighted Average Mark), depending on your undergraduate/postgraduate institution.

Note: Shanghai Ranking of The Best Chinese Universities is subject to annual update at https://www.shanghairanking.cn/rankings/bcur/202411

UK

• UK first or 2:1 class Bachelor degree with Honours
• UK Pass with Merit Master degree

North America

• 3.0 Cumulative GPA (out of 4) for Bachelor and Master degree holder

Other regions

• Equivalent to the above UK first or 2:1 class Bachelor degree
• Pass with Merit Master degree

English language requirement

– Media and Communication:

• IELTS Academic overall 7.0 no band below 6.5
• TOEFL iBT Minimum 100 overall with L 21 R 21 W 21 and S 23
• PTE Academic 69 with minimum scores of 61 in each component

– English:

• IELTS Academic overall 7.0 no band below 7.0
• TOEFL iBT Minimum 100 overall with L 24 R 24 W 24 and S 26
• PTE Academic 69 with minimum scores of 69 in each component

All students applying to PhD programme must demonstrate that they are competent in the use of the English language and satisfy the University’s requirements. You should normally possess an appropriate IELTS, or equivalent score as listed on University of Liverpool webpage. Please note this is only valid for two years from the test report date to the start date of the programme.

*We do not accept a combination of test scores taken at different times for any accepted English proficiency tests. If you have any questions, please contact the Admissions Team at doctoralstudies@xjtlu.edu.cn for clarification.

You will qualify for an exemption from the English language requirement if one of the following applies to you:

• You are a national of a majority English-speaking country as defined by UKVI.
• You have completed/are completing a degree in XJTLU or in the following countries or territories (Chinese joint venture programmes are not included): Antigua and Barbuda; Australia; the Bahamas; Barbados; Belize; the British Overseas Territories; Dominica; Grenada; Guyana; Ireland; Jamaica; Malta; New Zealand; St Kitts and Nevis; St Lucia; St Vincent and the Grenadines; Trinidad and Tobago; UK; USA. Please note this only valid for two years from the date awarded the degree to the start date of the PhD programme.

Academic requirement

Applicants should hold bachelor’s and master’s degrees in relevant fields. Exceptional candidate holding a Bachelor’s degree only may be considered on an individual basis. The following minimum entry requirements should be fulfilled.

China

The minimum entry requirement for Bachelor and Master degree holder is:

• Top 100 of the latest Shanghai Ranking or World-class universities or First-class disciplines (MoE, People’s Republic of China): 75 percent or above (Weighted Average Mark).
• Other universities: 80 – 85 percent or above (Weighted Average Mark), depending on your undergraduate/postgraduate institution.

Note: Shanghai Ranking of The Best Chinese Universities is subject to annual update at https://www.shanghairanking.cn/rankings/bcur/202411

UK

• UK first or 2:1 class Bachelor degree with Honours
• UK Pass with Merit Master degree

North America

• 3.0 Cumulative GPA (out of 4) for Bachelor and Master degree holder

Other regions

• Equivalent to the above UK first or 2:1 class Bachelor degree
• Pass with Merit Master degree

English language requirement

• IELTS Academic overall 6.5 no band below 5.5
• TOEFL iBT Minimum 88 overall with L 17 W 17 R 17 and S 19
• PTE Academic 61 with minimum scores of 59 in each component

All students applying to PhD programme must demonstrate that they are competent in the use of the English language and satisfy the University’s requirements. You should normally possess an appropriate IELTS, or equivalent score as listed on University of Liverpool webpage. Please note this is only valid for two years from the test report date to the start date of the programme.

*We do not accept a combination of test scores taken at different times for any accepted English proficiency tests. If you have any questions, please contact the Admissions Team at doctoralstudies@xjtlu.edu.cn for clarification.

You will qualify for an exemption from the English language requirement if one of the following applies to you:

• You are a national of a majority English-speaking country as defined by UKVI.
• You have completed/are completing a degree in XJTLU or in the following countries or territories (Chinese joint venture programmes are not included): Antigua and Barbuda; Australia; the Bahamas; Barbados; Belize; the British Overseas Territories; Dominica; Grenada; Guyana; Ireland; Jamaica; Malta; New Zealand; St Kitts and Nevis; St Lucia; St Vincent and the Grenadines; Trinidad and Tobago; UK; USA. Please note this only valid for two years from the date awarded the degree to the start date of the PhD programme.

Academic requirement

Applicants should hold bachelor’s and master’s degrees in relevant fields. Exceptional candidate holding a Bachelor’s degree only may be considered on an individual basis. The following minimum entry requirements should be fulfilled.

China

The minimum entry requirement for Bachelor and Master degree holder is:

• Top 100 of the latest Shanghai Ranking or World-class universities or First-class disciplines (MoE, People’s Republic of China): 75 percent or above (Weighted Average Mark).
• Other universities: 80 – 85 percent or above (Weighted Average Mark), depending on your undergraduate/postgraduate institution.

Note: Shanghai Ranking of The Best Chinese Universities is subject to annual update at https://www.shanghairanking.cn/rankings/bcur/202411

UK

• UK first or 2:1 class Bachelor degree with Honours
• UK Pass with Merit Master degree

North America

• 3.0 Cumulative GPA (out of 4) for Bachelor and Master degree holder

Other regions

• Equivalent to the above UK first or 2:1 class Bachelor degree
• Pass with Merit Master degree

English language requirement

• IELTS Academic overall 6.5 no band below 5.5
• TOEFL iBT minimum 88 overall with 17-Listening, Writing, Reading, 19-Speaking
• PTE Academic 61 with minimum scores of 59 in each component

All students applying to PhD programme must demonstrate that they are competent in the use of the English language and satisfy the University’s requirements. You should normally possess an appropriate IELTS, or equivalent score as listed on University of Liverpool webpage. Please note this is only valid for two years from the test report date to the start date of the programme.

*We do not accept a combination of test scores taken at different times for any accepted English proficiency tests. If you have any questions, please contact the Admissions Team at doctoralstudies@xjtlu.edu.cn for clarification.

You will qualify for an exemption from the English language requirement if one of the following applies to you:

• You are a national of a majority English-speaking country as defined by UKVI.
• You have completed/are completing a degree in XJTLU or in the following countries or territories (Chinese joint venture programmes are not included): Antigua and Barbuda; Australia; the Bahamas; Barbados; Belize; the British Overseas Territories; Dominica; Grenada; Guyana; Ireland; Jamaica; Malta; New Zealand; St Kitts and Nevis; St Lucia; St Vincent and the Grenadines; Trinidad and Tobago; UK; USA. Please note this only valid for two years from the date awarded the degree to the start date of the PhD programme.

Academic requirement

Applicants should hold bachelor’s and master’s degrees in relevant fields. The following minimum entry requirements should be fulfilled.

China

The minimum entry requirement for Bachelor and Master degree holder is:

• Top 100 of the latest Shanghai Ranking or World-class universities or First-class disciplines (MoE, People’s Republic of China): 75 percent or above (Weighted Average Mark).
• Other universities: 80 – 85 percent or above (Weighted Average Mark), depending on your undergraduate/postgraduate institution.

Note: Shanghai Ranking of The Best Chinese Universities is subject to annual update at https://www.shanghairanking.cn/rankings/bcur/202411

UK

• UK first or 2:1 class Bachelor degree with Honours
• UK Pass with Merit Master degree

North America

• 3.0 Cumulative GPA (out of 4) for Bachelor and Master degree holder

Other regions

• Equivalent to the above UK first or 2:1 class Bachelor degree
• Pass with Merit Master degree

English language requirement

• IELTS Academic overall 7.0
• TOEFL iBT overall 100
• PTE Academic overall 69

All students applying to PhD programme must demonstrate that they are competent in the use of the English language and satisfy the University’s requirements. You should normally possess an appropriate IELTS, or equivalent score as listed on University of Liverpool webpage. Please note this is only valid for two years from the test report date to the start date of the programme.

*We do not accept a combination of test scores taken at different times for any accepted English proficiency tests. If you have any questions, please contact the Admissions Team at doctoralstudies@xjtlu.edu.cn for clarification.

You will qualify for an exemption from the English language requirement if one of the following applies to you:

• You are a national of a majority English-speaking country as defined by UKVI.
• You have completed/are completing a degree in XJTLU or in the following countries or territories (Chinese joint venture programmes are not included): Antigua and Barbuda; Australia; the Bahamas; Barbados; Belize; the British Overseas Territories; Dominica; Grenada; Guyana; Ireland; Jamaica; Malta; New Zealand; St Kitts and Nevis; St Lucia; St Vincent and the Grenadines; Trinidad and Tobago; UK; USA. Please note this only valid for two years from the date awarded the degree to the start date of the PhD programme.

Academic requirement

Applicants should hold bachelor’s and master’s degrees in relevant fields. Exceptional candidate holding a Bachelor’s degree only may be considered on an individual basis. The following minimum entry requirements should be fulfilled.

China

The minimum entry requirement for Bachelor and Master degree holder is:

• Top 100 of the latest Shanghai Ranking or World-class universities or First-class disciplines (MoE, People’s Republic of China): 75 percent or above (Weighted Average Mark).
• Other universities: 80 – 85 percent or above (Weighted Average Mark), depending on your undergraduate/postgraduate institution.

Note: Shanghai Ranking of The Best Chinese Universities is subject to annual update at https://www.shanghairanking.cn/rankings/bcur/202411

UK

• UK first or 2:1 class Bachelor degree with Honours
• UK Pass with Merit Master degree

North America

• 3.0 Cumulative GPA (out of 4) for Bachelor and Master degree holder

Other regions

• Equivalent to the above UK first or 2:1 class Bachelor degree
• Pass with Merit Master degree

English language requirement

• IELTS Academic overall 6.5 no band below 5.5
• TOEFL iBT minimum 88 overall with 17-Listening, Writing, Reading, 19-Speaking.
• PTE Academic 61 with minimum scores of 59 in each component

All students applying to PhD programme must demonstrate that they are competent in the use of the English language and satisfy the University’s requirements. You should normally possess an appropriate IELTS, or equivalent score as listed on University of Liverpool webpage. Please note this is only valid for two years from the test report date to the start date of the programme.

*We do not accept a combination of test scores taken at different times for any accepted English proficiency tests. If you have any questions, please contact the Admissions Team at doctoralstudies@xjtlu.edu.cn for clarification.

You will qualify for an exemption from the English language requirement if one of the following applies to you:

• You are a national of a majority English-speaking country as defined by UKVI.
• You have completed/are completing a degree in XJTLU or in the following countries or territories (Chinese joint venture programmes are not included): Antigua and Barbuda; Australia; the Bahamas; Barbados; Belize; the British Overseas Territories; Dominica; Grenada; Guyana; Ireland; Jamaica; Malta; New Zealand; St Kitts and Nevis; St Lucia; St Vincent and the Grenadines; Trinidad and Tobago; UK; USA. Please note this only valid for two years from the date awarded the degree to the start date of the PhD programme.

Academic requirement

Applicants should hold bachelor’s and master’s degrees in relevant fields. Exceptional candidate holding a Bachelor’s degree only may be considered on an individual basis. The following minimum entry requirements should be fulfilled.

China

The minimum entry requirement for Bachelor and Master degree holder is:

• Top 100 of the latest Shanghai Ranking or World-class universities or First-class disciplines (MoE, People’s Republic of China): 75 percent or above (Weighted Average Mark).
• Other universities: 80 – 85 percent or above (Weighted Average Mark), depending on your undergraduate/postgraduate institution.

Note: Shanghai Ranking of The Best Chinese Universities is subject to annual update at https://www.shanghairanking.cn/rankings/bcur/202411

UK

• UK first or 2:1 class Bachelor degree with Honours
• UK Pass with Merit Master degree

North America

• 3.0 Cumulative GPA (out of 4) for Bachelor and Master degree holder

Other regions

• Equivalent to the above UK first or 2:1 class Bachelor degree
• Pass with Merit Master degree

English language requirement

• IELTS Academic overall 7.0 no band below 6
• TOEFL iBT Minimum 100 overall with L 21 R 21 W 21 and S 23
• PTE Academic 69 with minimum scores of 61 in each component

All students applying to PhD programme must demonstrate that they are competent in the use of the English language and satisfy the University’s requirements. You should normally possess an appropriate IELTS, or equivalent score as listed on University of Liverpool webpage. Please note this is only valid for two years from the test report date to the start date of the programme.

*We do not accept a combination of test scores taken at different times for any accepted English proficiency tests. If you have any questions, please contact the Admissions Team at doctoralstudies@xjtlu.edu.cn for clarification.

You will qualify for an exemption from the English language requirement if one of the following applies to you:

• You are a national of a majority English-speaking country as defined by UKVI.
• You have completed/are completing a degree in XJTLU or in the following countries or territories (Chinese joint venture programmes are not included): Antigua and Barbuda; Australia; the Bahamas; Barbados; Belize; the British Overseas Territories; Dominica; Grenada; Guyana; Ireland; Jamaica; Malta; New Zealand; St Kitts and Nevis; St Lucia; St Vincent and the Grenadines; Trinidad and Tobago; UK; USA. Please note this only valid for two years from the date awarded the degree to the start date of the PhD programme.

Academic requirement

Applicants should hold bachelor’s and master’s degrees in relevant fields. Exceptional candidate holding a Bachelor’s degree only may be considered on an individual basis. The following minimum entry requirements should be fulfilled.

China

The minimum entry requirement for Bachelor and Master degree holder is:

• Top 100 of the latest Shanghai Ranking or World-class universities or First-class disciplines (MoE, People’s Republic of China): 75 percent or above (Weighted Average Mark).
• Other universities: 80 – 85 percent or above (Weighted Average Mark), depending on your undergraduate/postgraduate institution.

Note: Shanghai Ranking of The Best Chinese Universities is subject to annual update at https://www.shanghairanking.cn/rankings/bcur/202411

UK

• UK first or 2:1 class Bachelor degree with Honours
• UK Pass with Merit Master degree

North America

• 3.0 Cumulative GPA (out of 4) for Bachelor and Master degree holder

Other regions

• Equivalent to the above UK first or 2:1 class Bachelor degree
• Pass with Merit Master degree

English language requirement

• IELTS Academic overall 6.5 no band below 5.5
• TOEFL iBT minimum 88 overall with 17-Listening, Writing, Reading, 19-Speaking.
• PTE Academic 61 with minimum scores of 59 in each component

All students applying to PhD programme must demonstrate that they are competent in the use of the English language and satisfy the University’s requirements. You should normally possess an appropriate IELTS, or equivalent score as listed on University of Liverpool webpage. Please note this is only valid for two years from the test report date to the start date of the programme.

*We do not accept a combination of test scores taken at different times for any accepted English proficiency tests. If you have any questions, please contact the Admissions Team at doctoralstudies@xjtlu.edu.cn for clarification.

You will qualify for an exemption from the English language requirement if one of the following applies to you:

• You are a national of a majority English-speaking country as defined by UKVI.
• You have completed/are completing a degree in XJTLU or in the following countries or territories (Chinese joint venture programmes are not included): Antigua and Barbuda; Australia; the Bahamas; Barbados; Belize; the British Overseas Territories; Dominica; Grenada; Guyana; Ireland; Jamaica; Malta; New Zealand; St Kitts and Nevis; St Lucia; St Vincent and the Grenadines; Trinidad and Tobago; UK; USA. Please note this only valid for two years from the date awarded the degree to the start date of the PhD programme.