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/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.
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Program Highlights
- Benefit from specialist lab facilities for operating systems, networking, mobile computing and multimedia technology located on campus
- Take advantage of XJTLU's strategic location close to many international high tech companies with opportunities for networking, internships and site visits
- Tailor your studies to suit your career ambitions with modules in big data analytics, computer systems security and more available
- Earn a University of Liverpool degree that is recognised by the Chinese Ministry of Education.
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Program Description
OVERVIEW
The internet revolution has generated a social interactive environment that creates new business opportunities for enterprises. Many international software development enterprises such as IBM, HP, Microsoft, Google and SAS have their own social computing/media development teams. Other IT enterprises, such as Apple, Oracle, CISCO and Nokia own products with social computing functions. Similarly, many national and international companies successfully turn significant profits through social network sites such as Facebook, LinkedIn, Yahoo, Twitter, Google, Myspace, Amazon, Sina Weibo, TaoBao, RenRen and QQ.
The MSc Social Computing programme addresses market demand by providing you with training for understanding, managing, developing, implementing and commercialising interactive social media on the internet. It will train you for advanced technical or managerial roles in new interdisciplinary areas of social informatics and internet computing.
The department is equipped with specialist lab facilities for operating systems, networking, mobile computing and multimedia technology that will support your learning and research.
Graduates of this programme, as with all XJTLU masters degrees, earn a University of Liverpool degree that is recognised by the Chinese Ministry of Education.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
By studying MSc Social Computing, you will gain:
theoretical and practical knowledge of key areas of social business and social computing in both industry and research
key tools enabling you to enhance and apply your skills in management, design and implementation of IT-based solutions to social business and computation domains
practical skills in research, analysis, realisation and evaluation of technical or research documents in social commerce and social computing.MODULES
You will complete eight modules in the first two semesters and a dissertation project in the third semester for a total duration of 18 months. The precise content of your dissertation project will be discussed and decided with your project supervisor and is subject to approval.
Core modules
MSc Dissertation ProjectCloud Computing
Fundamentals of Project Management
Research Methods
Social Media Marketing
Social Network Analysis
Social Web Programming
MSc Dissertation ProjectElective modules
Computer Systems Security
Data Mining and Big Data Analytics
Interactive Systems
Object Oriented Programming
Social CommerceAdditional learning activities
The completion of additional learning activities is required to complete your masters degree. Normally, required ALA hours will be distributed evenly across each semester, amounting to 200 hours per semester. Part-time programmes will normally require 100 to 150 hours per semester.CAREERS
Graduates from the MSc Social Computing programme can find employment as research and development engineers, systems developers and project leaders in IT companies. Some students choose to go on to further study as PhD candidates.
FEES
Fees
RMB 90,000 for the entire 18 month full-time programme.
University tuition fees cover the cost of your study with us.Alumni discount
If you are a graduate of XJTLU, the University of Liverpool or Xi’an Jiaotong University, you will automatically receive a discount of 20 percent of the tuition fee.Payment options
Masters students have the option to pay tuition fees in instalments each semester. You can also choose to pay the fees upfront at the time of registration, in this case a discount of five percent of the total fees will be offered.
You will be asked to indicate how you would like to pay the fees when you confirm your acceptance of the unconditional offer. -
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/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, 600Notes:
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.
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Fee Structure
Tuition Fee Master RMB 120,000 per year
RMB 180,000 in total (About $ 25,141)Accommodation Fee XJTLU Entrepreneur College (Taicang) Double Room RMB 25 to RMB 6,000 (More Details) Single Room RMB 60 to RMB 14,000 (More Details) Parfait International Apartment at Wencui Studio RMB 55 (More Details) Other Fees Service Fee USD 54 Living Expense(Per Month) RMB 2,180 to RMB 2,780 - Application Materials
"*" means necessary documents that you must provide in your application.
If you want to book our translation service, please pay and book it at least 2 weeks before the application deadline for submission of all documents;
If you want to book our guardian service, you need to pay and book it 2 months before the application deadline, just in case your application fails because of failed to submit application documents in time.*1. Photocopy of Valid Ordinary 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.)
*2. Passport photo
A recent passport-sized photo of the applicant
*3. University degree certificate or enrolment statement (if you are a graduating student)
Certificate in languages other than Chinese or English should be translated into Chinese or English and be certified by notarization.
Prospective diploma winners must submit official certificate from their current university.*4. Original transcripts in undergraduate or graduate period and their notarized copies
Transcripts 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
Such as IELTS, TOEFL or other acceptable English qualifications (as required)
6. CV(optional, but recommended)
*7. Two letters of academic reference
As part of the admissions criteria we require two references. These should be academic references if you have been in degree level (full-time) education at any point within the last three years and must bear the official letterhead of your referee's workplace and his/her handwritten signature. Your referees should be someone who is able to comment on your academic abilities, and your motivation and suitability toward your chosen programme. If you have graduated more than three years, you may provide one employer reference in place of an academic reference. IMBA applicants are required to provide two employer references.
You can download a template or sample from here.*8. Personal statement
The personal statement is your opportunity to convince admissions officers and academic staff why you should be made an offer to study. Your personal statement should be no more than 800 words in length.
9. Supporting Documents: Certificate of Good Conduct
Provided by your current/previous school/company in Chinese/English to improve your success rate.
You can download a template or sample from here.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. - Video
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