Biomedical Sciences BSc
If you’re studying the Biomedical Sciences BSc at Xi’an Jiaotong University (XJTLU), you can complete the final two years of your dual degree at the University of Liverpool on our 2+2 programme. At Liverpool, you’ll study Biomedical Sciences BSc (Hons).
You’ll graduate with two qualifications – an XJTLU degree and a University of Liverpool degree, both recognised by the Chinese Ministry of Education. A Liverpool degree is globally respected within the academic community and among employers.
On this page, you can find out more about studying and living in Liverpool.
Pathways
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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.
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Careers and employability
Gain an international advantage and enhance your professional future.
The 2+2 programme will help you to stand out from the crowd. By undertaking two years of study with us, you’ll develop into a global citizen with the skills, knowledge and abilities to succeed in today’s competitive job market.
In the public sector, biosciences graduates are in demand in research institutes, government departments, the National Health Service, forensic science and the Environment Agency. Commercial sectors that actively recruit graduates from the biosciences include the pharmaceutical, food, biotechnology, water and agriculture industries.
There is an increasing demand for life scientists to contribute to the public understanding of science. You could work as a journalist or information/liaison officer, communicating the ethical and environmental issues that can arise from developments in molecular biology and biotechnology.
Graduates can also enter the teaching profession by completing a Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE). There are significant financial inducements provided to meet the current demand for science teachers. In addition to all of the opportunities for graduates in general, including careers outside of biology (such as management, accountancy and human resources), where the skills you have obtained in our degree programmes will be of considerable benefit. Our degree programmes are also popular routes to postgraduate medicine, dentistry or veterinary science.
Recent employers of our graduates include:
- AstraZeneca
- BBC
- Blue Planet Aquarium
- Chester Zoo
- Crown Prosecution Service
- Eli-Lilly
- Glaxo SmithKline
- Home Affairs and Security
- International development
- United Utilities
- Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (RSPCA)
- National Health Service (NHS)
- Ministry of Defence
- Unilever
- Vodafone
- Public Health England
- Red X Pharma
- Royal Society of Biology
- The Environment Agency.
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 international tuition fee rates.
XJTLU students beginning studies at Liverpool will receive a Vice Chancellor's Merit Scholarship of a 30% tuition fee reduction if they're in the top 5% of their programme cohort and achieve a minimum average score of 80%+ for STEM subjects, or 70%+ for non-STEM subjects.
The Vice-Chancellor's Merit Scholarship cannot be combined with the XJTLU partnership discount. Discounts and scholarships are valid for the programme duration at Liverpool.
Please note, students required to retake a year at Liverpool will be required to pay the full international tuition fee during the retake year.
Tuition fees
2026 tuition fee for XJTLU 2+2 students (inclusive of 10% discount) - £28,800.
2026 tuition fee for XJTLU 2+2 students qualifying for Vice Chancellor's Merit Scholarship (inclusive of 30% discount) - £22,400.
Fees stated are for the 2026-27 academic year.
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Why study at Liverpool?
Liverpool bursts with diversity and creativity which makes it ideal for you to undertake your studies and access various opportunities for you and your family.
Accommodation
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Fees and Finance
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Contact us
For any questions about the 2+2 programme, please contact Helen Li (Liverpool Mobility Manager at XJTLU).