Xi an Jiaotong-Liverpool University

Information and Computing Science

Bachelor

Entry Requirements

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 or ACT Tests – High school diploma with a GPA of 3.0/4.0 or above, plus:
3 AP exams: 4, 4, 4 or
SAT I: 1280 or ACT: 27, and 2 AP exams: 4, 4
Notes:
1. BEng Architecture, BA Filmmaking, BA TV Production & BA Digital Media Arts: admissions for Year Two direct entry and Year Three transfer require a digital copy portfolio review and interview with members of Design School or the Academy of Film and Creative Technology, which can be conducted in person or via internet.

2. BA International Business with a Language: normally international students study Chinese and Hong Kong/Macao/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/Macao/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/Macao/Taiwan students whose native language is not Chinese, an HSK level 6 or the pass of the aptitude test arranged by the Department of Translation and Interpreting is required.

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

5. Programmes in Accounting, Economics, Finance, Mathematics, Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Sciences, Pharmaceutical Sciences and so on require Mathematics.

6. Programme in Architecture: for Year One entry, Math is required. However, for Year Two direct entry, having a background in Math is desirable but not essential.

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)
 

Basic Information

·Starting Date : Sep 1 , 2026
·Duration: 4 Years
Teaching Language : English
Application Deadline: Jun 15 , 2026
Tuition : RMB 93,000 Per Year
Application Fee: USD 0 ( (Check Policy)
Service Fee: USD 50 (Check Policy)
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Xi an Jiaotong-Liverpool University Information and Computing Science
Bachelor
Entry Requirements

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 or ACT Tests – High school diploma with a GPA of 3.0/4.0 or above, plus:
3 AP exams: 4, 4, 4 or
SAT I: 1280 or ACT: 27, and 2 AP exams: 4, 4
Notes:
1. BEng Architecture, BA Filmmaking, BA TV Production & BA Digital Media Arts: admissions for Year Two direct entry and Year Three transfer require a digital copy portfolio review and interview with members of Design School or the Academy of Film and Creative Technology, which can be conducted in person or via internet.

2. BA International Business with a Language: normally international students study Chinese and Hong Kong/Macao/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/Macao/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/Macao/Taiwan students whose native language is not Chinese, an HSK level 6 or the pass of the aptitude test arranged by the Department of Translation and Interpreting is required.

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

5. Programmes in Accounting, Economics, Finance, Mathematics, Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Sciences, Pharmaceutical Sciences and so on require Mathematics.

6. Programme in Architecture: for Year One entry, Math is required. However, for Year Two direct entry, having a background in Math is desirable but not essential.

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)
 

Basic Information

Starting Data :
Please be subject to the starting date on admission letter you got, since the starting date may change.
Sep 1 , 2026
Duration :
4 Years
Teaching Language:
English
Application Deadline:
The deadline means the date of Beijing time. You are suggested to submit your application 3 or 5 days before the actual deadline so that you can have time for necessary changes on documents.
Jun 15 , 2026
Tuition:
RMB 93,000 Per Year
Application Fee:
The application fee charged by the university, CUCAS only collect on their behalf.
USD 0 (Check Policy)
Service Fee:
For the service CUCAS provide to you. If you get a scholarship while applying as a self-financed applicant, you need to pay another scholarship service fee of 200 USD.
USD 50 (Check Policy)

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Special Requirements
Online Interview Before Being Accepted: Required
You will need to attend an online interview through Skype or WeChat with the teacher before the result for your application was released.
Pay Tuition Before Getting Admission Letter: Required, and You Will Need to Pay 93,000 RMB
You will need to pay 93,000 RMB as the tuition fee to the university before you can get the admission letter.

All academic staff have extensive international experience in teaching, research and collaboration with industry. They are actively engaged in world-class research with a large number of research publications every year and have a successful record of attracting funding from various funding bodies and industry. By studying in the department, our students receive a unique education experience and benefit from:

  • teaching by international academic staff who are highly skilled subject experts
  • well-designed curriculum adopted from the University of Liverpool, which is updated regularly to reflect the latest developments and evolving needs of employers.
  • being challenged through a range of learning activities to gain strong problem solving skills and derive innovative solutions
  • opportunities and encouragement to carry out real-life work and research to gain inspiration, creativity and hands-on experience

OVERVIEW

The BSc Information and Computing Science programme equips you with a broad knowledge of computer-based systems and the technical skills needed to work in research and development or technical support. You will learn how to use your skills creatively to solve practical problems as well as learn how cutting-edge computer technology is developed and applied.

WHY SHOULD I STUDY INFORMATION AND COMPUTING SCIENCE AT XJTLU?

In-depth focus on both the theory and practice of computer science
Staff have worked at world-renowned institutions and have diverse experience in teaching, research and collaboration with industry
You will engage in research and industry-related work, and, under the supervision of staff, you may be able to present your research results at international conferences and to publish in leading journals
Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowships allow students to conduct supervised research with financial support
Student placement opportunities for career development and practical experience to complement your theoretical studies
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.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

By the time you graduate from the BSc Information and Computing Science programme, you should be able to:

  • design and develop computer-based systems
  • work as a member of a development team, recognising the different roles within a team and different ways of organising teams
  • analyse the effectiveness of computer-based systems and the ways in which they may be developed
  • demonstrate knowledge and understanding of mathematical principles and computational modelling which underpin the study of information and computing science.
  • innovative work with cutting edge technologies

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
Computer systems
Java programming
Foundations of computer science
Algorithmic foundations and problem-solving
Databases
Data structures
Operating system concepts.
Artificial intelligence

Year Three
Decision, computation and language
Software engineering I
Complexity of algorithms
Advanced OO programming
Introduction to networking
Software engineering group project.
Human-centric computing
Choose from one of the following:

Computer graphics
Database development and design.

Year Four
Final year project.
Choose from six of the following:

Bio-computation
Machine learning
Big data analytics
Mobile computing
Formal methods
Multi-agent systems
Technologies for e-commerce
Computer systems security
Software engineering II
Principles of computer games design.

CAREERS

Career prospects for students in this field are excellent as the programme prepares you for a wide variety of jobs in the information technology and computing industries. BSc Information and Computing Science graduates may also start their own companies or find employment within specialist fields such as software development or computer games design.

This programme provides a sound platform for further postgraduate study in the field of information and computer science. Many of our graduates have pursued postgraduate degrees at prestigious universities, such as Cambridge and Oxford in the UK

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 or ACT Tests – High school diploma with a GPA of 3.0/4.0 or above, plus:
3 AP exams: 4, 4, 4 or
SAT I: 1280 or ACT: 27, and 2 AP exams: 4, 4
Notes:
1. BEng Architecture, BA Filmmaking, BA TV Production & BA Digital Media Arts: admissions for Year Two direct entry and Year Three transfer require a digital copy portfolio review and interview with members of Design School or the Academy of Film and Creative Technology, which can be conducted in person or via internet.

2. BA International Business with a Language: normally international students study Chinese and Hong Kong/Macao/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/Macao/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/Macao/Taiwan students whose native language is not Chinese, an HSK level 6 or the pass of the aptitude test arranged by the Department of Translation and Interpreting is required.

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

5. Programmes in Accounting, Economics, Finance, Mathematics, Chemistry, Biology, Environmental Sciences, Pharmaceutical Sciences and so on require Mathematics.

6. Programme in Architecture: for Year One entry, Math is required. However, for Year Two direct entry, having a background in Math is desirable but not essential.

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)
 

Tuition Fee
Bachelor RMB 93,000 per year
RMB 372,000 in total (About $ 51,958)
Accommodation Fee
PARFAIT International Apartments
Single Room RMB 57  (More Details)
Parfait Hotel & Apartments
Double Room RMB 45  (More Details)
Single Room RMB 85  (More Details)
Studio RMB 80  (More Details)
Wenhua Apartment
Double Room RMB 62  (More Details)
Single Room RMB 62  (More Details)
ENTREPRENEUR APARTMENT
Double Room RMB 25 to RMB 6,000  (More Details)
Single Room RMB 60 to RMB 14,000  (More Details)
Other Fees
Service Fee USD 50
Living Expense(Per Month) RMB 2,180 to RMB 2,780
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*2. 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.)
*3. 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.
*4. 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.
*5. 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)
6. SAT, ACT, GSAT or other entrance aptitude test scores (if available)

Tips: For applicants who are in China: If you are an employee, you still need to provide employment separation certificate and your current residence permit. If you are a student, you need to provide transfer certificate, leaving certificate, certificate of attendance rate issued by previous school and your current residence permit.
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