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Bachelor of Arts
Chinese Language
Chinese is one of the most widely spoken languages in the world. New Zealand needs people who have knowledge and skills in Chinese language, culture and business etiquette to develop and build cultural and commercial links with Chinese speaking countries. The Bachelor of Arts in Chinese combines intensive Chinese language learning with core studies papers that equip graduates with skills in communication, technology and research.
WHAT THIS PROGRAMME COVERS
The focus of this major is on the development of a high level of oral language proficiency for daily communication as well as competency in reading, writing and listening skills. Graduates also gain knowledge of Chinese society, culture and business etiquette, and will be able to interact appropriately with Chinese nationals in a variety of situations, including the workplace.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
The Bachelor of Arts in Chinese prepares students for careers in service industries such as tourism and hospitality, banking and finance, import and export, diplomacy, Chinese language teaching and many other professions where proficiency in Chinese language and culture is required.
PAPERS
Throughout the three years of the BA, students take core papers that provide the necessary skills in writing, research and IT capability to prepare them for academic work and their working life. For a list of core papers see the Bachelor of Arts overview.
165356 Chinese I or 165049 Introduction to Chinese I (online) and 165050 Introduction to Chinese II (online)
165357 Written Chinese I
166303 Chinese Grammar
166353 Intermediate Chinese Oral
166354 Written Chinese II
166357 Chinese II
166360 Contemporary Chinese Society
166548 Introduction to Chinese Culture
167350 Chinese V
167352 Advanced Chinese Oral
167353 Chinese Research Paper
167358 Chinese III
167359 Chinese IV