The School of Foreign Languages at Shanghai Jiao Tong University (SJTU) has recently signed a cooperation agreement with the Department of Languages, Culture and Film at the University of Liverpool, UK. Joint education programs are introduced, including the 3+1 Bachelor-Master Dual Degree, 4+1 Bachelor-Master Direct Pathway, and 1+1+0.5 Dual Master’s Degree schemes. These programs are tailored to students’ academic development needs at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, creating a streamlined and efficient platform for global academic growth.
About the University of Liverpool
Founded in 1881, the University of Liverpool is one of the UK’s renowned six redbrick universities. As a world-leading research-intensive university, it has achieved exceptional excellence in humanities and social sciences, language studies, and interdisciplinary education, with its relevant disciplines highly ranked internationally.
Program Features
The suite of programs provides diverse and flexible study pathways. Students enrolled will experience distinct academic cultures across both institutions and develop capacities for independent research and critical thinking. In addition, interdisciplinary applications are encouraged, allowing students to expand from foreign languages and literatures into broader areas of the humanities and social sciences, cultivate an interdisciplinary academic profile, and enhance their international perspectives.
3+1 Bachelor-Master Dual Degree Program
Study Pathway
Upon completion of the first three years of relevant undergraduate English major studies at the School of Foreign Languages, SJTU, and meeting the progression criteria, students may apply for the MA Chinese English Translation and Interpretation at the University of Liverpool. After one year of master’s study in the UK and fulfilment of bachelor’s graduation requirements at SJTU and master’s graduation requirements at the University of Liverpool, students will be awarded a bachelor’s degree from Shanghai Jiao Tong University and a master’s degree from the University of Liverpool.
Academic Requirements
- Minimum undergraduate academic average: 70%
- English language requirements:
https://www.liverpool.ac.uk/courses/chinese-english-translation-and-interpreting-ma#entry-requirements
4+1 Bachelor-Master Direct Pathway Program
Study Pathway
After completing four years of undergraduate studies and obtaining a relevant bachelor’s degree at the School of Foreign Languages, SJTU, students may apply for a corresponding master’s program at the University of Liverpool. Following one year of master’s study in the UK and meeting the master’s graduation requirements of the University of Liverpool, students will be awarded a master’s degree from the University of Liverpool.
Academic Requirements
- Minimum undergraduate academic average: 65%
- English language requirements: Please refer to program-specific information on the official website
https://www.liverpool.ac.uk/courses/postgraduate-taught?start_date%5B%5D=2026
Available Master’s Programs
- MA Archaeology
- MA Classics and Ancient History
- MA Egyptology
- MA Health, Cultures and Societies
- MA Archives and Record Management
- MA History
- MA International Slavery Studies
- MA Chinese English Translation and Interpretation
- MA Film Studies
- MA Translation Studies
- MA Political Science & International Relations
- MA International Relations & Security
- MA Education
1+1+0.5 Dual Master’s Degree Program
Study Pathway
After completing the first year of relevant postgraduate studies at the School of Foreign Languages, SJTU, students may apply for a corresponding master’s program at the University of Liverpool. Following one year of master’s study in the UK, students will return to SJTU to complete an additional six months of postgraduate coursework. Students who meet the master’s graduation requirements of both Shanghai Jiao Tong University and the University of Liverpool will receive master’s degrees conferred by both institutions respectively.
Academic Requirements
- Minimum average for the first year of postgraduate study: 65%
- English language requirements: Please refer to program-specific information on the official website
https://www.liverpool.ac.uk/courses/postgraduate-taught?start_date%5B%5D=2026
Available Master’s Programs
- MA Archaeology
- MA Classics and Ancient History
- MA Egyptology
- MA Health, Cultures and Societies
- MA Archives and Record Management
- MA History
- MA International Slavery Studies
- MA Chinese English Translation and Interpretation
- MA Film Studies
- MA Translation Studies
- MA Political Science & International Relations
- MA International Relations & Security
- MA Education
Application and Admission
Applicants must consult with their academic supervisors, department heads and instructors prior to application, and confirm relevant graduation requirements with academic affairs staff.
Application Channels
Applicants may check recruitment timelines, application documents and deadlines for each program via the University of Liverpool official website.
Applications must be submitted both through the Jiao Wo Ban system at SJTU and via the formal application portal on the University of Liverpool website:
https://www.liverpool.ac.uk/courses/postgraduate-taught?start_date%5B%5D=2026
Admission Process
Following review of application materials, the University of Liverpool will contact applicants to guide them through subsequent procedures.
Scholarships
A 10% reduction on the University of Liverpool’s standard annual overseas tuition fee will be offered to applicants of these programs. If combined with other scholarships or bursaries, the total tuition discount shall not exceed 50% of the tuition fee.
Program Enquiries
For further information, please contact:
Contact Person: Ms. Zhang
Tel: 021-34204326