BAChinese Studies with Japanese
Study location | United Kingdom, Sheffield |
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Type | Bachelor courses, full-time |
Nominal duration | 4 years |
Study language | English |
Awards | BA |
Course code | T1T2 |
Tuition fee | To be confirmed |
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Entry qualification | High school / secondary education (or higher) The entry qualification documents are accepted in the following languages: English. Often you can get a suitable transcript from your school. If this is not the case, you will need official translations along with verified copies of the original. |
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Language requirements | English IELTS: 6.5 (with a minimum of 6 in each band) |
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Other requirements | At least 1 reference(s) should be provided. A motivation letter must be added to your application. |
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Overview
You will study the language and the rich culture of both countries, developing a critical appreciation of contemporary issues. You’ll study China’s rapidly developing economy, its political influence, art and society. Japanese modules cover issues relating to the environment, ethnic relations and employment.
You will spend the second year studying at a leading university in China. More than just an opportunity to test your language skills, this experience will broaden your horizons and change your life.
Please note we only teach Japanese from scratch. If you already have a qualification in the language, we can’t offer you a place.
Programme structure
First year
Core modules:
Chinese language 1A
Chinese language 1B
Chinese language 2A
Chinese language 2B
Japanese for Non-Specialists I
Japanese for Non-Specialists II
State of Sheffield – Global perspectives on local issues
Second year
Core modules:
China Year Abroad
Third year
Core modules:
Chinese Language III
Chinese Language IV
Japanese for Non-Specialists III
Japanese for Non-Specialists IV
Optional modules:
China, 1914-78: Modernity and Revolution
Chinese Business and Management
Contemporary Japanese Society
East Asian Popular Culture
International Relations in East Asia (Late 19thC to Late 20thC)
Modern Japanese History
Postwar Japanese Politics
Urbanisation in China
Fourth year
Core modules:
Chinese Language V
Chinese Language VI
Japanese for Non-Specialists V
Japanese for Non-Specialists VI
Optional modules:
Contemporary Chinese Society
Contemporary Issues in East Asia
East Asian Dissertation
Japan in the World
Japanese Popular Culture
Law and Business in China
Memory and History in East Asia
Population and Environment in China
The Contemporary Japanese Novel
The Two Koreas and their Neighbours
War and Peace in East Asia
Work and Society in Japan
Career opportunities
Many of our graduates work in the media, the arts, NGOs and international business. Others are consultants, researchers, language tutors, translators and interpreters.
We are currently NOT ACCEPTING applications from NON-EU countries, except Georgia and Serbia.
We are currently NOT ACCEPTING applications from NON-EU countries, except Georgia and Serbia.