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Qualification
Master of Arts (with Honours) - MA (Hons)
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Location
Central area campus
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Study mode
Full time
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Start date
08-SEP-25
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Duration
4 Years
Course summary
On this joint honours programme, you will study two major world languages in the context of the histories, literatures and societies of the many countries in which they are spoken. Together, Chinese and French have over two billion native speakers. They are your gateway to a vast range of cultures and career opportunities in: Europe East Asia Africa North America
Skills developmentStudy with us, and you will develop advanced competency in modern standard Chinese and in French. You will gain the skills needed to use your languages in social and professional settings, focusing on: reading and writing (including translation) speaking and listening You will have the opportunity to engage with culture in French from around the world, while gaining specialist knowledge on mainland China, Hong Kong, Macau, Taiwan and associated diasporas. Our courses explore Chinese, East Asian, French and French-speaking (francophone): literature and cinema political history and international relations social and cultural movements philosophical ideas
Why EdinburghAs a world-leading festival and capital city, Edinburgh is a fantastic place to study global languages in their cultural context.We are the only university in Scotland to offer both single and joint honours undergraduate programmes in Chinese. We specialise in teaching students with little or no prior knowledge of this language. Our programme is not for native speakers, but we also welcome students with some experience of studying Chinese and heritage language learners.Studying over four years enables you to choose courses that match your own interests, expertise and employability needs. We have built immersive study abroad into the programme in Year 3, which you will spend in either China or Taiwan and in a country where French is spoken. Employers recognise the importance of both languages and the benefits of a broad intercultural education. Our graduates are valued for their capability to act as bridges of understanding between Chinese, French and British cultures.
Application deadline
29 January
Tuition fees
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£ 28,000per 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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QUALIFICATION TYPE
A level : ABB
ABB. Required subjects: A levels: Chinese or French at B. GCSEs: French at B or 6 (if not at A Level) and English at C or 4.
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