Curriculum Overview
The BA in Chinese Language provides students with linguistic competence, cultural literacy, and practical communication skills necessary for engaging with one of the world’s most influential languages and civilizations. The program emphasizes language proficiency while introducing students to Chinese literature, history, translation, and intercultural communication.
First Four Semesters (Foundation)
Students build fundamental language skills through intensive instruction in listening, speaking, reading, and writing.
- Chinese Language Learning Skills
- Speaking and Listening Laboratory I–II
- Discussion and Conversation in Chinese I–II
- Cultural Foundations of the Chinese Language
- Reading and Understanding Simple Texts
Final Four Semesters (Specialization)
Students deepen their knowledge of Chinese language, literature, and translation through advanced academic and practical studies.
- Classical Chinese Language I–II
- Medieval Chinese Language I–II
- Speaking and Listening Laboratory III
- Chinese Literature: An Introduction
- Modern Chinese Literature
- Contemporary Chinese Literature
- Reading Journalistic Texts
- Analysis of the Translation of Islamic Texts
- Selected Topics in Chinese Literature
Career Opportunities & Academic Pathways
Graduates are prepared for careers in translation, international trade, tourism, diplomacy, cultural exchange, education, and business relations involving Chinese-speaking communities.
Postgraduate Studies
Chinese Language Chinese Literature Asian Studies Related Disciplines