Bachelor of Arts in Chinese as a Foreign Language

Top↑Program Description

Students follow the first two years' curriculum in studying Chinese; upon acquisition of a language foundation, students may then continue onto the final two years for a further systematic study in their major course.

Main Courses

Basic Chinese, Intermediate Chinese, Advanced Chinese, Chinese Speaking, Chinese Reading, Chinese Listening, Newspaper Reading, Basic Writing, Dissertation Writing, Survey of China, Survey of Chinese Culture, Computer Processing in Chinese, Use of Chinese Reference Books, etc.

Programs of Study

* Please note that the course curriculum is subject to change

I. Course Aim:

This program cultivates students excelling in Chinese language skills, Chinese culture and linguistics, and mastering theories and methodology of language acquisition, which develops students to be qualified in teaching Chinese as a foreign language.

II. Course Structure:

Students in this program take Chinese language courses in Year 1 and Year 2 to achieve competent communication skills in Chinese; in Year 3 and Year 4, students proceed with studies in teaching Chinese as a foreign language for a deeper specialization in Chinese linguistics, literatures and culture, etc., therefore, students shall acquire knowledge in the pedagogy and methodology of teaching Chinese as a foreign language.

III. Course Curriculum*:

Modern Chinese, Classical Chinese, Chinese Literature, Outline of Chinese Culture, Differences between Chinese and Foreign Cultures, Outline of Teaching Chinese as a Foreign Language, Pedagogy of Teaching Chinese as a Foreign Language, etc.

IV. Practicum:

Internship on language teaching, etc.

Graduation & Career Prospect

The Bachelor of Arts in Chinese as a Foreign Language requires a HSK Band 8 score, the completion of a minimum of 166 credits and dissertation, and a satisfactory academic performance. Eligible graduates can receive Higher Education Certificate and a Bachelor's Degree from SCUT.

Graduates with Chinese-language and subject-oriented skills are highly sought after in fields of international business and trade, tourism, hotel management, cultural communication, Chinese teachers, education, translating and interpreting, diplomacy and foreign affairs, etc.

Course Duration

Four years of Full-time study
* You are allowed to start from the second or the third academic year depending on your Chinese proficiency. Please refer to Entry Requirements for details.

Top↑Entry Requirements

1. High school graduated;
2. HSK Band 3 (new HSK Band 4) for Science and/or Engineering studies, Band 6 (new HSK Band 5) for Liberal Arts, Economics and/or Management studies.
3. Those who do not have a HSK result can study for one year of Chinese language program at SCUT prior to their degree programs.

Top↑Application Materials

1. Health certificate
   Photocopy of notarized foreigner physical examination record (for durations of study over 6 months)
2. Photocopy of valid passport
   With name, passport number & expiration date, and photo included
3. Passport photo
   A recent passport-sized photo of the applicant
4. Letter from Warrantor of Finance
   Photocopy of the financial support statement with signature
5. Certificate of HSK
   Certificate of HSK (Chinese Proficiency Test)
6. High school academic transcript
7. High school graduate certificate
   Graduation certificate in languages other than Chinese or English should be translated into Chinese or English and be certified by notarization.
8. Photocopies of personal artwork
   6 color pictures (Only required for applying for Fine Arts and Music)
9. A record of personal music work
   1 audio tape (Only required for applying for Fine Arts and Music)
10. Copy of article or papers published
    Articles or papers written or published (if any)

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