Overview
If you are weighing up Chinese Studies BA, the useful thing to know early is how much the entry terms vary between departments teaching it. It is a 3 years undergraduate degree, with the specialism widening as you move through the years.
Teaching in Chinese Studies is seminar led, with close reading and regular written assessment. We currently work with 40 universities on this course across 29 cities.
The lowest English requirement we hold on this course is IELTS 6.5, and departments asking more than that usually expect a stronger academic record too. Tuition ranges from £15.500 to £32.000 a year depending on the department, which is a real difference over the length of the course.
The fastest way to narrow this down is to send us your grades and English score. We will come back with a shortlist rather than a brochure.
Entry requirements
AcademicA high school diploma with strong grades in relevant subjects. Many departments will also consider a recognised foundation year.
EnglishIELTS 6.5
Careers opportunities
Mandarin at a working level is scarce and valuable, and the strongest destinations pair it with commerce, policy or technology. Time in China or Taiwan is what employers actually test for.
Roles graduates go into
- Translator or interpreter
- China business or market analyst
- Trade and investment officer
- Regional researcher or journalist
- Supply chain and sourcing manager
- Language teacher
Where they work
- Multinational companies trading with China
- Government trade and diplomatic services
- Banks and consultancies
- Media and research institutes
- Universities and language schools
After the course
A year abroad and a recognised proficiency certificate such as HSK at an advanced level.
Fees and funding
Tuition, international students£15,500 - £32,000