Bachelor's in Pharmaceutical Sciences

Xi’an Jiaotong – Liverpool University (XJTLU) is a new international university jointly founded by Xi’an Jiaotong University China and the University of Liverpool UK as a joint venture. As an independent Sino-Foreign cooperative university, it captures the essence of both prestigious parent universities and is the first and only one of its kind approved by the Ministry of Education in China.

The University offers undergraduate degree programmes in the fields of science, engineering and management, and awards both its own Chinese degree and a degree from the University of Liverpool.

Overview

• Humankind continuously seeks better health. For the past 30 years, the global pharmaceutical industry has experienced annual sales growth of 25-30%. China’s increase in public health awareness and demand and increased attention from all levels of government have led to substantial growth in the gross output of the country’s healthcare industry; medicinal drug production and research and development (R&D) have made rapid progress. As a result, more talents are needed for medicinal drug R&D, production, administrationand management. Areas requiring more trained professionals include applied pharmaceuticals, new drug R&D, drug formulation, pharmaceutical analysis, pharmaceutical care and licensed pharmacy. The BSc Pharmaceutical Sciences programme is tailor-made for the pharmaceutical industry, connecting health sciences, chemistry, life sciences and statistics and ensuring the safety and effective use of medicinal drugs. As part of an international first-class research university, the BSc Pharmaceutical Sciences aims to nurture advanced technical and management talents with solid theoretical knowledge, excellent specialised competencies and continuous self-development skills, as well as an international outlook and global competitiveness. All the Academy’s programmes aim to improve the overall well-being of humanity through a combination of international resources, promotion of high-profile international collaboration, attraction of talents, the fostering of increased research outcomes and the growth of industrial partnerships.

Programme advantages

• The BSc Pharmaceutical Sciences programme focuses on the development of comprehensive knowledge and skills in the discipline. Students study fundamental and specialised modules while learning about the breadth of the pharmaceutical industry. The programme closely follows developments in the international and Chinese markets in order to nurture well-rounded talents who have a global outlook and the practical skills the industry requires.

• • Rigorous education and unique international perspective
  The Academy develops talents by providing a solid theoretical knowledge base, excellent professional competencies, continuous self-development skills, a global vision, international competitiveness, and technical and management skills in order to provide scientific, technological and management services for the pharmaceutical industry in China and beyond.
• • Curriculum that connects with industry
  The Pharmaceutical Sciences programme syntegrates government support, enterprise participation, and classroom learning and teaching to actively nurture skilled international talents who can meet industry demands. The programme fosters the cooperation of education, industry and government to continuously improve the curriculum and adjust the direction and content of scientific research. Meanwhile, by taking the advantage of XJTLU’s global platform, the programme promotes the internationalisation of learning and teaching, scientific research and industry production.
• • Sophisticated quality control system, strong foundations
  XJTLU combines the British higher education system’s quality assurance standards with the Chinese system’s strong focus on foundational knowledge. This is the cornerstone of XJTLU’s success, which guarantees the success of the Pharmaceutical Sciences programme.
• • Broad employment prospects
  Our curriculum design and training provide graduates with a solid theoretical knowledge base, excellent professional competencies, continuous self-development skills and a wide choice of career paths. Graduates may continue their studies in China or internationally or work in pharmaceutical production, drug synthesis, pharmaceutical preparations, drug analysis, drug research and development, quality control and more.

Knowledge and skills

After four years of study, graduates of this programme will be able to demonstrate:

• • Solid knowledge of chemistry, medical sciences, biology and applied statistics related to pharmaceutical sciences;
• • Mastery of pharmaceutical sciences fundamentals, including basic theories and lab skills;
• • Solid understanding of the application of pharmaceutical sciences in drug research and development (R&D), production, testing, drug administration and certain clinical aspects;
• • Capability of working and conducting research in the pharmaceutical industry, including drug R&D, drug production, quality control, and aspects of management, including drug design and preparation, drug formulation, drug quality inspection and standard formulation, drug development management, and clinical use;
• • Transferable skills including ability to work independently and as part of a team; time-management skills; and logical, critical, creative and reflective thinking skills.

Why Choose XJTLU?

• Two Degrees: 1 from the University of Liverpool & 1 from Xi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University (Bachelor's students)
• The University of Liverpool degree (Master's and PhD students)
• All degree courses are taught 100% in English.
• No knowledge of the Chinese language is required to apply to XJTLU.
• Learn free of charge Chinese alongside your course.
• A friendly international community.
• International Opportunities: "2+2" study route to the University of Liverpool, UK for undergraduate students (more than 3,500 XJTLU students are now studying at the University of Liverpool, UK through "2+2")
• International Opportunities: Wide range of study abroad opportunities in partner institutions in Canada, Germany, the Netherlands, Italy, the UK, the USA, South Korea, Russia, etc.
• International Opportunities: Partnerships with multinational companies in the likes of HSBC, Standard Chartered, Siemens, KPMG, Alstom, Schneider, ICBC, etc.

About Suzhou

You have the opportunity to live in one of the most culturally rich areas of China, with Suzhou’s UNESCO World Heritage gardens and canals famous around the world.

Suzhou combines its rich 2,500-year-old history with a drive to become one of the most modern cities in China. It has a population of more than six million and a GDP of a trillion RMB – far larger than those of many entire countries!

Alongside its beautiful tourist spots, Suzhou has many excellent learning resources and sports facilities, a great choice of shopping malls, cinemas and restaurants, and a variety of bars and nightclubs.

Today, the city’s canals, stone bridges, pagodas, and meticulously designed gardens have contributed to its status as one of the top tourist attractions in China. The classical gardens in Suzhou were added to the list of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites in 1997 and 2000.

Suzhou is located in the southeast of Jiangsu Province in eastern China. Within Suzhou is Suzhou Industrial Park, one of the most competitive development zones in China. This area also contains the Suzhou Dushu Lake Science and Education Innovation District (home to XJTLU), which sits beside Dushu Lake, one of two lakes in SIP.

Central Shanghai can be reached from Suzhou in just 30 minutes by high-speed train.

Library

XJTLU students have access to a wide range of library resources, from books and journals to electronic databases and articles. The library plays a key role as a research support and learning centre for the University, developing its collection by focusing on subject development and research requirements.

The library currently holds over 500,000 books, which are added to and updated throughout the year in response to requests from academic departments. It provides 22,000 square metres of space, housing 300 PCs and 2,500 seats for studying, discussion and computer and studio work.

Campuses

North Campus

Full of striking, architecturally impressive buildings, our North Campus provides state-of-the art teaching, laboratory, research and support facilities. This includes the award-winning and iconic Central Building, which houses our library.

The campus also has sports facilities, world class-fully equipped science and engineering laboratories, International Business School Suzhou, and design studios, as well as a variety of catering facilities, including Subway, Pacific Coffee Company, and many canteen-style fast-food options.

Landscaped gardens complement pieces of modern art to create a campus environment that has become one of the striking features of Suzhou Industrial Park.

South Campus

The first phase of our South Campus was opened to the public on 26 July 2016, as a major part of the University’s 10th anniversary celebrations.

Architecturally it contrasts our North Campus and features modern designs that complement the surrounding area. Eventually, the South Campus will satisfy the learning and teaching needs of approximately 6,000 XJTLU students as well as the University’s academic exchanges and research development plans. It will consist of eight buildings and be developed over two further phases:

Phase II: International Business School Suzhou at XJTLU

This phase will see the completion of a new building for International Business School Suzhou, set to open by the end of 2017.

PHASE III: XJTLU-GF School of Film and Television Arts and XJTLU Gym

Phase III consists of two buildings – the construction of the XJTLU-GF School of Film and Television Arts and a gym. Both buildings are expected to open by the end of 2018. The development of the School, in collaboration with financial services provider Gold Finance Group, is a significant part of XJTLU’s academic development strategy. It will mix digital media arts and film and television production and technology with performance and acting. The gym will provide improved and diversified sports facilities for students and staff on campus.

Living in University

When you come to XJTLU, you will have the opportunity to try a whole range of different sports and activities as well as developing any existing skills you already have.

Student clubs and societies

Student clubs and societies play an important part of student life. XJTLU has many organisations with themes such as art, sports, music, entrepreneurship, dance to name but a few. Some of the more established groups include a Model United Nations and the Student Union.

Another society, Intercom, provides a platform for all international students to arrange activities and events, and share ideas and experiences with the wider student body.

Catering

3 canteens, 3 coffee shops, Bar, Restaurants

Sports 

Currently, 21 sports are offered through PE classes at XJTLU, including badminton, basketball, belly dancing, billiards, boxing, bridge, Chinese martial arts, football, free combat, body building, golf, popping, roller-skating, sport dancing, table tennis, taekwondo, tai chi, tai chi sword, tennis, Ultimate Frisbee and yoga.

We have outside sport facilities that include basketball and tennis courts as well as indoor facilities, such as a golf training venue, gym, dance room, and table tennis room. There is also a football field located next to the new South Campus.