China is one of the world’s oldest civilisations, with Mandarin Chinese spoken by more than half the world’s population.
Studying Chinese gives you access to this economic power, with huge international influence and ever-growing relations with Aotearoa.
For the major in the Bachelor of Arts, complete the following courses:
100-level
200-level
300-level
It is highly recommended that you complete some Chinese language courses during your major study. The 100-level language courses are for absolute beginners or those with very little previous experience in Chinese language. Those with a high level of Chinese language proficiency may be given direct entry to 200-level language courses.
CHIN352 is an advanced language course required for all Chinese major students.
For the minor in the Bachelor of Arts, Commerce, Digital Screen, Health Sciences, Product Design, Science, Social and Environmental Sustainability, Sport, or Youth and Community Leadership, complete the following courses:
Learning Chinese will open up work both in Aotearoa and overseas, including exchange opportunities while you are studying. There are lots of ways to strengthen your cross-cultural communication and awareness at UC.
Career pathways could include:
Find out more about what you can do with a degree in Chinese.
