If you study English and Business BA (Finance and Economics pathway) at XJTLU you'll study English and Finance at the University of Liverpool on the XJTLU 2+2 programme. View all XJTLU 2+2 programmes.
Course overview
One of the only degrees of its kind offered in the UK, our BA English and Finance degree programme is offered exclusively to students from Xi’an Jiatong-Liverpool University (XJTLU). You will complete the first two years of study at XJTLU before finishing the final two years of your degree at the University of Liverpool. Your studies at Liverpool will be split evenly between their study of English and Finance.
The English aspect of the degree aims to provide understanding of the historical, social and psychological factors that shape the English Language as used in everyday life. All our teaching is research-led and seeks to foster the spirit of independent learning and research in our students.
The Finance aspect of the degree is designed to provide a platform to students who may wish to pursue a future career in either accounting or finance. It has a theoretical and practice-led approach covering the core aspects of financial accounting/reporting and financial management. It also allows students to select optional modules in areas such as financial crises, banking, behavioural finance and corporate governance. Many of the modules that students will study are similar in nature to those studied for professional qualifications in accounting and finance, such as the ICAEW, ACCA and CFA qualifications.
While the two individual strands of the degree are quite different, both subjects will help students to formulate complex, evidence-based arguments. Furthermore, a nuanced grasp of the English language will be a real asset to students who seek careers in finance after graduation. Training in communication, interpretation and persuasion, as well as financial management, will also allow you to develop a more entrepreneurial approach in your future career.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees cover the cost of your teaching and assessment, operating facilities such as libraries, IT equipment, and access to academic and personal support.
All XJTLU 2+2 students receive a partnership discount of 10% on the standard fees for international students. We also offer 50 XJTLU Excellence Scholarships providing a 25% discount on tuition fees to the students that score most highly in stage 2 at XJTLU across the different subject areas. Allocation is based on the number of applications received per programme.
The net fees (inclusive of the discounts) can be seen below.
Tuition fees
2026 tuition fee (full) - £27,000
2026 tuition fee for XJTLU 2+2 students (inclusive of 10% discount) - £24,300
2026 tuition fee for XJTLU 2+2 students qualifying for Excellence Scholarship (inclusive of 25% discount) - £20,250
Fees stated are for the 2026-27 academic year.
Course content
Discover what you'll learn, what you'll study, and how you'll be taught and assessed.
Year two
English: We will cover several of the major theoretical, historical and sociocultural approaches to the study of the English language. Your English modules are entirely optional, but you must take one 30-credit module per semester.
Finance: You will take four compulsory modules (two in each semester).
On the 2+2 programme, you'll study your third and fourth years at the University of Liverpool. These will be year two and year three of the University of Liverpool's programme of study.
Programme details and modules listed are illustrative only and subject to change.
Modules
| Compulsory modules | Credits |
|---|---|
| FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT (ACFI204) | 15 |
| FINANCIAL REPORTING AND ANALYSIS (ACFI220) | 15 |
| ACCOUNTING THEORY (ACFI202) | 15 |
| ETHICS AND REGULATIONS IN FINANCE (ACFI230) | 15 |
| Optional modules | Credits |
|---|---|
| PSYCHOLINGUISTICS (ENGL202) | 30 |
| LANGUAGE IN SOCIETY (ENGL276) | 30 |
| CHILD LANGUAGE ACQUISITION (ENGL256) | 30 |
| PRAGMATICS (ENGL274) | 30 |
| MULTILINGUALISM IN SOCIETY (ENGL279) | 30 |
Programme details and modules listed are illustrative only and subject to change.
Year three
English: The modules are designed to allow greater specialisation and generic and/or thematic focus, and encourage research confidence and independence. You will choose one optional 30-credit English module in each semester, and you must complete either a dissertation (ENGL311 or ENGL379) or ENGL307 Analysing Discourse.
Finance: You will take two compulsory modules (one in each semester), and two optional modules (one in each semester) worth 15 credits each.
On the 2+2 programme, you'll study your third and fourth years at the University of Liverpool. These will be year two and year three of the University of Liverpool's programme of study.
Programme details and modules listed are illustrative only and subject to change.
Modules
| Compulsory modules | Credits |
|---|---|
| DERIVATIVE SECURITIES (ACFI310) | 15 |
| CAPITAL MARKETS (ACFI321) | 15 |
Programme details and modules listed are illustrative only and subject to change.
Your experience
Expand your horizons and develop a truly global outlook
At our Liverpool campus you’ll have access to state-of-the-art facilities and resources, a Gold-rated teaching experience, and language and careers support to help you make the most of your time with us. You’ll also live and study in a city that’s known for being diverse, welcoming and inclusive – home to the oldest Chinese community in Europe.
Supporting your learning
From arrival to alumni, we’re with you all the way:
- Careers and employability support, including help with career planning, understanding the job market and strengthening your networking skills
- A dedicated student services team can help you get assistance with your studies, help with health and wellbeing, and access to financial advice
- Confidential counselling and support to help students with personal problems affecting their studies and general wellbeing
- Support for students with differing needs from the Disability advice and guidance team. They can identify and recommend appropriate support provisions for you.
An exciting place to study English
- The Department of English is in the top 100 English Language and Literature departments in the world according to QS Top Universities rankings
- We are internationally renowned for advancing the study of language, literature, and creative writing and have a strong research ethos
- Our programmes offer opportunities to study creative writing and literature from a wide range of periods, as well as a range of approaches to understanding the way in which the English language works
- We have a reputation for radical thinking, as exemplified by our success rate in the BBC and Arts and Humanities Council’s ‘New Generation Thinkers’ scheme. In total, five members our academic staff have been selected since the scheme was established in 2010
- We are committed to small group teaching. This encourages a more rewarding learning experience, where ideas are shared and explored with peers and tutors
- Ranked 10th in sector for research impact classified as outstanding (4*) (REF 2021)
- We are host to Europe’s largest collection of science fiction materials which includes the John Wyndham Archive and home to the annual Liverpool Literary Festival.