• Gain insights into the language of specialist domains such as the business and finance world
• Choose from options in mathematics, finance and economics to develop and extend your knowledge of finance-related statistical methods
• Use your strengths in the English language and linguistics to gain deeper insights into the use of language across different domains
• Acquire the intellectual, interpersonal, technical, and strong language skills highly valued by employers
• Earn two degrees: an XJTLU degree from the Chinese Ministry of Education and a globally recognised degree from the University of Liverpool, a member of the Russell Group of leading UK universities.

OVERVIEW

The interdisciplinary BA English and Finance programme combines English language and finance with the aim of producing graduates who have an excellent command of English and a critical awareness of the use of language in a financial context.

Graduates of this programme, as with all XJTLU undergraduate programmes, will earn two degrees: an XJTLU degree from the Chinese Ministry of Education and a globally recognised degree from the University of Liverpool, a member of the Russell Group of leading UK universities.

WHY SHOULD I STUDY ENGLISH AND FINANCE AT XJTLU?

While options for the English side of the programme are fairly open, the most popular choices for our ENF cohorts tend to be modules which give them very useful insights into the language of specialist domains such as the business and finance world.

As an ENF student you are in a strong position:

You are an English major who has studied specialist Business/Finance modules for a substantial part of your degree
You can choose options in mathematics, finance and economics to develop and extend your knowledge of finance-related statistical methods
Meanwhile, your strengths in English language and linguistics provide deeper insights into the use of language across different domains

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

By the time you graduate from the BA English and Finance programme, you will:

• be able to communicate professionally in English, using the language confidently to analyse financial issues
• have the ability to apply a range of accounting and quantitative techniques
• have a good working knowledge of financial economics and financial markets

MODULES

Year One
UK degrees are three years long whereas in China they are four, therefore we do accept students with certain qualifications directly into Year Two, which is the start of the main academic programme. Most students, however, enter into Year One, which provides you with a range of interesting modules, language classes and core skills for your degree.

Year Two
Compulsory modules:

English Language and study skills III for business
Introduction to linguistics
Introduction to statistics
Introduction to financial accounting and accountability
Foundations of finance
Elective modules:

Sounds of English
Introduction to close reading: approaches to literary study
English as a global language
Introduction to corpus linguistics
Literary theory
Literature in context
Syntax
Choose:

Economic principles for business and markets, or
Maths for economics and business

Year Three
Compulsory modules:

Theory of the firm
Financial management
Elective modules:

Translation
Technical translation
Interpreting
Language and society
Advertising and the media
Literature and gender
Semantics and pragmatics
Literature of the Enlightenment
Bilingualism
Language and mind
Language and gender
Jane Austen
Postcolonial literature
Choose:

Econometrics I, or
Corporate finance
And choose:

Securities markets, or
International development

Year Four
Compulsory modules:

Business finance
Finance and markets
International economic relations
Elective modules:

Analysing text
Chinese linguistics
Historical linguistics
Advanced literature: British romanticism
Conference interpreting
Technoculture
Applied linguistics
Interpersonal communication in the workplace
Language and literature
Intercultural communication
Postmodern literature
Language of the law
The Gothic
Advanced literature: approaches to modern poetry
Final year project

CAREERS

You will acquire language, business knowledge and intercultural skills that are highly sought-after in international institutions. Graduates typically pursue careers within the general domain of English and finance including administrative, managerial, accounting and consultancy positions within international organisations.

You may also be able to pursue a career as a professional translator or interpreter. Additionally, the programme provides a foundation for further graduate level study in the subjects of English language and finance.

FEES

International students
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RMB 88,000 per academic year

Early bird discount
Early bird discount of RMB 8,000 (approx. GBP 860) available (accept the conditional or unconditional offer before 1st May)

Join a free Chinese language course
We now offer a free summer Chinese language course for all undergraduate and postgraduate students starting their degree before program start.

Year One entry

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, plus:
        1. 3 AP exams: 4, 4, 4 or
        2. SAT I: 1280 or ACT: 27, and 2 AP exams: 4, 4 or
        3. 3 SAT II Subject Tests (taken prior to cancellation in 2021): 600, 600, 600

Notes:

1. BEng Architecture, BA Filmmaking, BA TV Production & BA Digital Media Arts: require a digital copy portfolio review and an interview with members of Departments of Architecture and Design & School of Film and TV Arts, which can be conducted in person or via the Internet.

2. BA International Business with a Language: normally international students study Chinese and Hong Kong/Macau/Taiwan students study Spanish or Japanese as the language option.

    For year 2 entry international students, students who are Chinese zero beginners will take an extra 5 credits Chinese language course.
    For year 2 entry Hong Kong/Macau/Taiwan students, students should be able to demonstrate an equivalent level of Spanish (DELE/SIELE A1) or Japanese (Japanese-Language Proficiency Test N5).

3. BA Translation and Interpreting: for international and HK/Macau/Taiwan students whose native language is not Chinese, an HSK level 6 or the pass of the aptitude test arrange by the Department of Translation and Interpreting is required.

4. Programme in Engineering, Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, Industrial Design and Technology Science and so on require Mathematics and Physics.

5. Programme in Architecture, Accounting, Economics, Finance, Chemistry, Mathematics, Science and Digital Media Arts and so on require Mathematics.

You can also find more information on entry requirements on our Country/Region list.

English Language Requirements

For international applicants, if you are a non-native English speaker, or if you have not previously studied in English, you must have satisfactory English language skills to study at XJTLU. Various English qualifications are accepted:

Year One entry

    IELTS: 5.0 (min 4.5 in all sections)
    TOEFL: 62 (iBT)

Year Two entry

    IELTS 6.5 (min 5.5 in all sections)
    TOEFL: 90 (iBT) (min 21 in any skill)

English qualifications are not required for students from Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan who take the Joint Examination or the GSAT.

Students who are entering into Year One with less than IELTS 6.0 or equivalent in their English proficiency will take 10 credits EAP, and students with IELTS 6.0 or above will take 5 credits EAP.

"*" means necessary documents that you must provide in your application.

*1. Application Form

Please upload your finished application form here.

*2. Passport photo

A recent passport-sized photo of the applicant

*3. Photocopy of valid passport

With name, passport number & expiration date, and photo included(Photocopy of valid passport identification page. Passport must be an ordinary passport and be valid for at least six months. Applicants currently residing in China must include a copy of the page containing a valid visa or residence permit.)

*4. Certificates of Senior High school

Certificate in languages other than Chinese or English should be translated into Chinese or English and be certified by notarization.

*5. Senior High school academic transcript

Transcript in languages other than Chinese or English should be translated into Chinese or English and be certified by notarization.

*6. Certificates of English language qualifications

Certificates of English language qualifications such as IELTS, TOEFL or other acceptable English qualifications (as required for non-native speakers of English)

7. SAT, ACT, GSAT or other entrance aptitude test scores (if available)

*8. Personal Statement

9. Portfolio (only for BEng Architecture, BA Filmmaking, BA TV Production and BA Digital Media Arts)

10. Supporting Documents: Certificate of Good Conduct

Provided by your current/previous school/company in Chinese/English to improve your success rate.

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