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Chinese Studies (with Year Abroad) BA (Hons)

Durham University

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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

  • Location

    Durham City

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    30-SEP-24

  • Duration

    4 Years

Course summary

This is multidisciplinary degree will develop advanced knowledge and understanding of Chinese language and culture.You will study a core language module in each of your three years spent in Durham. You don’t need to have any previous knowledge of Chinese, but a pathway is available if you already have an A level or equivalent qualification in Chinese.You will also have the chance to choose from a selection of other modules relevant to the study of China from other departments. This includes Anthropology, Education, Government and International Affairs, Economics, and Theology and Religious Studies. In addition, you may choose to take additional language modules, including European languages, Japanese and Korean.You will spend your third year studying the Chinese language at a university in China. This is an amazing opportunity to experience Chinese culture first-hand and to put your language learning into practice and context.In your final year, you will bring together all your learning and experience to write a dissertation on an aspect of Chinese studies.


Year 1

You will take a double module in Chinese, including the four skills of reading, writing, speaking and listening, a module in Chinese culture introducing the philosophy, art and literature of China, a module in Chinese history and two option modules from an extensive list.Core modules:Chinese Language 1B or Chinese Language 2B for post-A level entrants (double module)Introduction to Chinese CultureA module on Chinese history offered by the History Department


Year 2

You will take a double module in Chinese language, including the four skills of reading, writing, speaking and listening, a module in Chinese film, a module in Chinese history and two option modules from an extensive list.Core modules:Chinese Language 2B (double) or Chinese Language 2A (single)Chinese CinemaA module on Chinese history offered by the History Department


Year 3

The third year is spent in China studying the language full-time at a Chinese university. You are required to take all the examinations specified by your host university, but the marks for these do not count towards the final degree mark. You will complete a 5,000-word project in English with a 1,000-character abstract in Chinese on some aspect of China, at your choice with guidance from Durham staff.


Year 4

You will take a double module in Chinese language, a single text reading module in Chinese and a 40-credit Dissertation plus one other module, following either the History route or the Modern languages and cultures route.Core modules:Chinese Language 4 (double)Chinese Historical & Literary Texts DissertationEither History route:40-credit Dissertation in HistoryHistory and Memory in East Asia.Or MLAC route:40-credit China-related MLaC Dissertation20-credit module from MLaC or another department.We review course structures and core content (in light of e.g. external and student feedback) every year, and will publish finalised core requirements for 2020 entry from September 2019.


Study Abroad


School of Modern Languages and Cultures

Application deadline

31 January

Tuition fees

Students living in United States
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£ 25,900per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

Entry requirements

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A level : AAB

We look for aptitude in language study but there is no requirement for an A Level foreign language or equivalent qualification. Students taking the History route must have an A in A Level History or equivalent qualification.Specific subjects excluded for entry:General Studies and Critical Thinking.Information:Applicants taking Science A-levels that include a practical component will be required to take and pass this as a condition of entry. This refers only to English A Levels.

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Durham University

Durham University

  • University League Table

    8th

  • Campus address

    Durham University, The Palatine Centre, Stockton Road, Durham, Durham, DH1 3LE, England

Choose from a wide range of fascinating courses led by world-leading experts in a university that blends the traditional and state-of-the-art.
More than 120 countries are represented at Durham, creating a diverse and welcoming community.
Its collegiate system makes Durham University exceptional. Each student is a proud member of a college, and each college has its own character and traditions.

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    5th out of 13 2

  • Entry standards

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    175 85%

    4th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    72.0 72%

    6th

    5
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 5
    3.09 62%

    12th

    10

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