The University of Western Australia
Bachelor of Arts (Chinese Studies)
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationMore than one billion people speak Chinese (Mandarin), making it the world’s most spoken language. Study Chinese and open doors to an exciting international career. This major caters to language levels from beginner to near-native speaker, and develops language skills, cultural literacy and knowledge of modern China. Classes focus on reading, writing, speaking and listening.
You'll learn to demonstrate a good written and spoken linguistic competence in the Chinese language, understand how culturally specific social structures affect interpersonal communication, and determine how to apply this knowledge to your own interactions in a culturally sensitive manner, identify key ethical, philosophical and social characteristics of Chinese culture, society and history, engage effectively in a professional manner in the key debates on Chinese history, society and culture, and produce coherent and well-argued written work, and demonstrate transferable skills, such as digital literacy, information management, group working, research skills and critical thinking.
Delivery mode
The University of Western Australia offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
- 35 Stirling Highway, Perth
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Course fees
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Career opportunities
The Bachelor of Arts (Chinese Studies) will prepare you for the following roles.
Chinese Translator
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Language Teacher
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Foreign Language Analyst
A Foreign Language Analyst processes and translates foreign language materials while conducting research and producing intelligence reports. You’ll...
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Today, just as it was when we opened our doors in 1913, our enduring mission is to provide world-class education, research and community engagement for the advancement of the prosperity and welfare of our communities. We seek to create global leaders through our industry-integrated education and world-leading research.
