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Program Introduction
Program Overview
The MA Global Education at XJTLU uses a practice-oriented approach to prepare future-oriented education professionals. The 18-month, English-taught program covers curriculum and instruction, educational leadership, policy and management, digital learning and AI-enabled education, with specialisations in curriculum design, administration and management, or innovation. Students work on real-world projects and earn a University of Liverpool degree recognised by China’s Ministry of Education.
Program Highlights
- Practice- and project-based degree with a portfolio of completed work
- Specialisations in curriculum, administration/management or innovation
- AI-enabled education and digital learning in the curriculum
- Global perspective grounded in XJTLU’s Sino-British environment
- University of Liverpool degree recognised by China’s Ministry of Education
Curriculum
The program offers three pathways: Curriculum and Instruction in Global Education, Educational Administration and Management in Global Education, and Innovations in Global Education. Core modules include Principles, Policies and Practices of Global Education, Educational Leadership, Introduction to Research Methods, Educational Internship and the Dissertation, plus pathway-specific modules in teaching and learning, curriculum design, administration and educational innovation.
Admission Requirements
Academic
An undergraduate degree, normally in education or a related field.
Prerequisites
Not stated on official pages.
Interview
Not stated on official pages.
Language Requirements
English is the medium of instruction; applicants must meet XJTLU’s standard English language entry requirements for postgraduate programs.
Required Documents
- Academic transcripts
- Degree certificate
- English language test report
- Personal statement
- Recommendation letter(s)
Application Process
- Check your eligibility and academic background
- Prepare academic transcripts and degree certificate
- Prepare your English language test result
- Prepare your personal statement and recommendation letter(s)
- Submit your application through the university admissions system
- Await the admission decision
Tuition & Fees
180,000 RMB (Full programme)
Career Opportunities
Graduates pursue careers in teaching and curriculum development, school and university administration, civil service education roles, intergovernmental organisations and education non-profits, educational technology and publishing, consulting, and entrepreneurship.
About the University
Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University (XJTLU), founded in 2006 in Suzhou, is China’s largest international joint venture university, established by Xi’an Jiaotong University and the University of Liverpool. Graduates earn a University of Liverpool degree recognised by China’s Ministry of Education.
Admission Requirement
An undergraduate degree, normally in education or a related field.
English-language proficiency per XJTLU’s standard English requirements for postgraduate study.
Not stated on official pages.
Not stated on official pages.
Language Requirement
English is the medium of instruction; applicants must meet XJTLU’s standard English language entry requirements for postgraduate programs.
INSTITUTION
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UNIVERSITY
Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University (XJTLU) is a joint venture between Xi’an Jiaotong University and the University of Liverpool, located in Suzhou Industrial Park. Through Joyous Future, XJTLU currently offers 10 degree programs for international students spanning Business, Computer Science and Engineering.
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