Bachelor of Arts

Chinese Studies

This major has been designed for those who would like to focus more on Chinese society and culture whilst still being able to take some language papers. It is an ideal major to take alongside other majors for example business, hospitality and tourism, social sciences, translation or interpreting.

WHAT THIS PROGRAMME COVERS

This programme enables students to explore Chinese culture, values and society as well as providing the essentials of Chinese language to communicate effectively in everyday situations. Students have the opportunity to complete a research paper on an area of particular interest, which could link in with a theme from their other major.

Core Papers
Throughout the three years of the BA, students take core papers that provide the necessary skills in writing, research and IT capability to prepare them for academic work and their working life. For a list of core papers see the Bachelor of Arts overview.

Chinese Studies Papers
Chinese I
Chinese II
Chinese Research Paper
Introduction to Chinese Culture
Written Chinese I

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Because this major can be taken alongside another major to create a degree with a double major, graduates can choose from a wide range of careers. With the language and intercultural competence gained from the Chinese Studies major graduates will be in demand in New Zealand’s increasingly multicultural workplaces.

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