BA (Hons) Chinese Studies and Linguistics

The Chinese Studies and Linguistics BA (Hons) at Lancaster University is a course designed for students with an interest in exploring Chinese culture and society, along with the study of language and linguistics. It is an insightful programme that combines linguistics with the study of the Chinese language and other languages around the world. Students will have the opportunity to gain advanced skills in Chinese language, as well as a sound knowledge of linguistic theory.Course Content: The course begins with a first year that creates a ground base on two main disciplines: Chinese Studies and Linguistics. The second-year encourages students to apply and develop their theoretical understanding, while the final year dwells into specialized topics. The course also offers an optional year abroad opportunity at a Chinese institution, allowing students to immerse themselves in the life and culture of China. This course has an equal 50% split between studying Chinese and Linguistics.Key Modules: Key modules include Introduction to Chinese Studies, Language, Society and Mind, Chinese Language Course, Theory and Practice of Translation, and Sociolinguistics.Accreditations: There's no specific accreditation information available for this course.Future Careers: Graduates have secured roles in diverse fields such as business and commerce, government service, teaching, translation and interpreting, IT and telecommunications. This course provides a solid foundation for careers that place an emphasis on communication, analysis and cross-cultural understanding.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.