Chinese
Please note: Information on this page relates to the 2013 academic year unless otherwise specified.
On this page:
- Overview
- Undergraduate Information
- Postgraduate Information
- How to Find out More
- Related Subjects and Careers
- List of Courses
This subject is taught by the School of Languages and Cultures.
Overview
Which language can be traced back 2000 years before the Common Era? Which language is both one of the five working languages of the United Nations and one of the most important new languages in New Zealand? Modern Standard Chinese (Mandarin), the standard language in China (including Taiwan) and Singapore, and amongst Chinese communities all over the world.
Studying Chinese at Victoria means you will learn the ideographic writing system, along with spoken Chinese. You will study in a supportive and comprehensive programme that will make you confident and assured in speaking, reading and writing one of the oldest languages in the world.
Chinese is offered as a major for a Bachelor of Arts (BA) and can also contribute to a BA major in Modern Language Studies. Chinese courses complement other courses in Asian Studies, History, Geography or in Commerce and Law.
Modern China is an economic superpower. Companies want to do business with China, and China wants to take its business to the world. There are flourishing career opportunities for graduates who can communicate in Chinese and English.
Undergraduate Information
BA Major requirements
- CHIN 101 and 102 and either CHIN 112 or ASIA 101
- CHIN 211 and 212
- CHIN 311 and 312
- One of CHIN 213, 313 or 314 or ASIA 208
Absolute beginners should enrol in CHIN 101. Students who have passed NCEA Level 3 in Chinese should apply to enrol in CHIN 211.
All students with prior exposure to Chinese must contact Chinese Programme staff prior to enrolment in order to ascertain their suitable entry level.
Postgraduate Information
Postgraduate Qualifications in Chinese
For information specific to Chinese, please see our Postgraduate Study page. For information about the postgraduate qualifications, please click on the Faculty links below.
How to Find out More
You can order more information on this subject using our Request for Study Material form.
Victoria's Student Recruitment, Admission and Orientation Office offers advice on courses and help with planning your degree.
Contact the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences' Student and Academic Services Office for information on admission, qualifications and courses, course advice and selection criteria, exemptions and prerequisites.
Chinese courses are taught within the School of Languages and Cultures. Chinese Programme Staff.
School Office: Room 610, von Zedlitz Bldg, tel: 04-463 5293, email: slc@vuw.ac.nz.
Related Subjects and Careers
| Related Subjects | Careers |
|---|---|
|
Asian Studies |
Diplomacy |
List of Courses
For a complete course listing, see the list of all Chinese courses.
| On this page: |
| 100 Level Courses |
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CHIN 101 – Chinese Language 1A |
CHIN 102 – Chinese Language 1B |
CHIN 112 – Introduction to Chinese Civilisation |
| 200 Level Courses |
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CHIN 211 – Chinese Language 2A |
CHIN 212 – Chinese Language 2B |
CHIN 213 – Modern Chinese Literature |
FHSS 210 – Study Abroad for Language Students |
| 300 Level Courses |
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CHIN 311 – Chinese Language 3A |
CHIN 312 – Chinese Language 3B |
CHIN 313 – Classical Chinese Language and Literature |
CHIN 314 – Advanced Chinese Composition and Translation |
FHSS 310 – Study Abroad for Language Students |
| 400 Level Courses |
|---|
CHIN 401 – Advanced Chinese Language |
CHIN 406 – Special Topic: Modernity and Place Making in Chinese Film and Fiction |
CHIN 407 – Special Topic: Chinese Culture and Society |
CHIN 489 – Research Essay |