Bachelor's in Internet of Things Engineering with Contemporary Entrepreneurialism

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.

• IMPORTANT NOTE: Students with Chinese nationality can not apply to XJTLU as foreign students, even if they were born outside China. Students with Chinese nationality need to pass the National College Entrance Examination (NCEE), also known as Gaokao, in order to get into a university in China.

Overview

• Following XJTLU’s exciting and innovative Syntegrative Educational Model, this programme is an equal collaboration between the University and its industry partner, Eolane, Alicloud, and Tencent at the School of Internet of Things in XJTLU Entrepreneur College (Taicang).

• The Internet of Things (IoT) teaching centers on IoT Engineering with an Industrial viewpoint and an Entrepreneurial focus.

• The School adopts innovative educational and pedagogical approaches, such a problem-based and project-based learning as well as project-based assessment, which are well supported by state-of-the-art laboratories and experimental workspaces.

• We aim at creating young engineering entrepreneurs that can contribute with their talent to develop their industrial contexts, cities, provinces and the country.

• The Internet of Things (IoT) research in our School centers on  International trends and National priorities as well as social and industrial needs for integrative solutions combining wireless communications, networks, cloud infrastructures, sensor devices, data technologies and related management and control platforms.

• Essentially, the School adopts an applied research approach focusing on IoT applications in public and industrial smart grids and critical infrastructures in a variety of digital transformations contexts such as smart cities, smart industry, smart agriculture, smart home, smart healthcare, and smart transportation.

• Graduates from our unique programme will meet the needs of a wide range of employers as the educational model’s unique focus on entrepreneurship and innovation provides you with the skills and abilities to think like an entrepreneur, providing the foundation for you to go on to become one of the leaders for tomorrow’s new industries.

Come and explore exciting areas of IoT such as:

• • Network and Data Structures
• • Sensor Technology
• • Wireless Sensor Networks
• • Machine Learning
• • IoT Data Analytics
• • Image Processing
• • Cloud Computing

And where we can apply these:

• • Smart Cities;
• • Industry 4.0;
• • Smart Manufacturing;
• • Smart Health;
• • Smart Agriculture.;
• • Smart Home …. and many others.

Knowledge and skills

By the time you graduate from the Studying the BEng Internet of Things Engineering with Contemporary Entrepreneurialism programme, you will have:

• • an understanding of the basic theories of computer science and technology, electronic engineering, and wireless sensor networks
• • skills in Internet of Things design, research, use, maintenance, and management
• • the ability to acquire, store, retrieve, and process system information; systematically grasp information methods, sensory positioning technology, and intelligent data analysis methods in physical systems; and conduct computer network research and engineering technology application in computer, communications, automation, and electronics
• • industry knowledge of Internet of Things and their role
• • comprehensive knowledge of entrepreneurship and leadership, project management and innovation concepts and how to apply them in a practical setting
• • high-level communication, interpersonal, problem-solving, and analytical skills that are transferable across a range of careers and industries.

Careers

• Graduates will be well prepared for technical, managerial, and leadership roles in the realms of technology and R&D within China and globally. Graduates will find employment in emerging industries related to Smart Cities, IoT, Cloud Computing, and other peripheral fields. This programme also provides a solid foundation for further studies abroad.

Why study BENG Internet of Things Engineering with Contemporary Entrepreneurialism at XJTLU Entrepreneur College (Taicang)?

• • Be part of a unique educational experience, preparing you to work in fast paced, rapidly changing, smart technology driven industries
• • Benefit from XJTLU’s strategic location in Taicang’s High-Tech Development Zone with rapidly expanding technology-driven industries
• • Learn through practical application, using your knowledge and skills in solving real problems in research and industry settings
• • Benefit from mentoring and training from industry experts as part of the unique industry-themed schools partnerships with leading businesses
• • Gain valuable entrepreneur and leadership skills through studying on the unique contemporary entrepreneur modules that are part of the degree, , giving you a competitive edge in whatever career path you choose
• • 600 hours of problem-based internship experience as part of the degree programme
• • Study in purpose-built, state-of-the-art facilities in XJTLU’s new Taicang campus (due to open in 2022)
• • Graduate with world class qualifications, including two degrees: an XJTLU degree from the Chinese Ministry of Education and a globally recognised degree from the University of Liverpool, a member of the Russell Group of leading UK universities.

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.