A research master's with a student-to-staff ratio close to 1:1 — XJTLU's MRes pairs each student with active researchers on biodiversity, pollution and climate questions in the Yangtze delta, with the University of Liverpool degree as the exit ticket to PhD programmes.
Key facts
Duration
24 months (2 years)
Language
English
Format
Full-time
Tuition
200,000 CNY total
Intake
September
200,000 RMB total for the 2-year programme — verified against XJTLU's official 2026 fees page. Degree awarded by the University of Liverpool (UK). Entry scholarships of 20/30/50% of tuition available.
Curriculum modules
Research project design — Building and defending a research programme.
Frontiers in environmental sciences — Current research issues in the field.
The 2026 Sustainability Degree Shortlist Guide: pick, compare and afford the right programme — plus occasional emails with new programmes, scholarships and application tips.