Chinese Studies

University of Central Lancashire
Undergraduate BA (Hons) Full-time 3 Years Languages

A-Level Entry

See entry requirements

UCAS Points

96 - 112 points

Avg. Graduate Salary

£20,000

About this course

Course overview

On our BA (Hons) Chinese Studies course you'll immerse yourself in Chinese language, culture and society. You'll also learn to master Chinese (Mandarin) - the world's most spoken language.

Alongside gaining a deep understanding of China, you'll explore the culture, politics, and international role of the Asia Pacific region.

The Asia Pacific is a region that plays a key role in the global economy. Through studying this course, you will understand why this region is so important in the global economy. You'll explore the culture and history, politics, and society of the region. You will gain employability skills and transferable expertise for many career opportunities.

You will also become fluent in Chinese (Mandarin), a language from the Asia Pacific region. You do not need any previous knowledge of Chinese.

With our study abroad programme you will gain invaluable experience with the opportunity to spend a year abroad in China as part of your studies.

Why study this course

  • Develop the knowledge and language skills you’ll need to succeed in global business, including interpreting.

  • Make the most of our Worldwise Learning Centre, with free access to Rosetta Stone for your guided study time.

  • You’ll be taught by lecturers who are experts in their respective areas

    What you’ll do

  • Each year, you’ll study the region’s history, environment, society and culture, together with the Chinese language.

  • You’ll have the option of spending a year studying abroad, learning the Chinese language and culture through total immersion.

  • You’ll study using the latest industry-standard equipment in our professional interpreting suites, together with our Worldwise Learning Centre.

    Future careers

    Our BA (Hons) Chinese Studies course combines Chinese language skills with a broad-based understanding of the region’s culture, history, politics and society. This will prepare you for a range of careers in – or connected to – the region.

    The main focus of this degree course is developing fluency in Chinese. By getting an insight into cultural context you’ll develop a range of transferrable skills. You'll get a well-rounded understanding of the Asia Pacific. This knowledge will offer a competitive advantage in the jobs market.

    The main focus of this degree course is developing fluency in Chinese. By getting an insight into cultural context you’ll develop a range of transferrable skills. You'll get a well-rounded understanding of the Asia Pacific. This knowledge will offer a competitive advantage in the jobs market.

    Your career prospects will be widely varied after you graduate. You could pursue many routes, including:

  • Translation and interpretation

  • Fashion

  • Journalism

  • Travel and tourism

  • Working with embassies and local governments

    • Entry Requirements

    A-Level Grades See entry requirements
    UCAS Tariff Points 96 - 112 points
    BTEC MMM - DMM

    Study Options

    This course is available in 2 study options:

    Sandwich

    Duration: 4 Years

    Qualification: BA (Hons)

    Location: Preston

    Avg. Salary: £20,000

    Full-time Shown above

    Duration: 3 Years

    Qualification: BA (Hons)

    Location: Preston

    Avg. Salary: £20,000

    Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    3412 Authors, writers and translators
    4135 Library clerks and assistants
    2472 Archivists, conservators and curators
    2471 Librarians
    3560 Public services associate professionals
    2115 Social and humanities scientists

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    UCAS Points

    96 points

    Course Details

    Qualification
    Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
    Study Mode
    Full-time
    Duration
    3 Years
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Preston
    Scheme
    Undergraduate
    Subjects
    Languages
    Avg. Graduate Salary
    £20,000

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    University of Central Lancashire

    Preston

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