Chinese Studies OR Japanese Studies BA Honours

Program Overview

Newcastle University's Chinese or Japanese Studies BA Honours program offers an immersive experience in language, culture, and society. Students develop advanced language skills, gain in-depth knowledge of the chosen country, and spend a year abroad for cultural immersion. The program prepares graduates for careers in various sectors, including business, communications, and research.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

• Program Name: Chinese Studies OR Japanese Studies BA Honours
• Institution: Newcastle University
• Location: Newcastle upon Tyne, England
• Duration: 4 years
• Study Mode: Full-time
• Overview: This program immerses students in the study of Chinese or Japanese society, culture, politics and history.
Students develop their language skills and build an appreciation of different cultures. They gain insight into how culture, cinema, history, politics and society shape the countries where their chosen language is spoken. They also have the opportunity to study Korean from Stage 2. Students spend their third year abroad, developing their language skills and experiencing the local culture. They graduate as confident linguists, ready to embark on their career journeys as global citizens.
• Objectives:
• Develop advanced language skills in Chinese or Japanese
• Gain in-depth knowledge of Chinese or Japanese society, culture, politics and history
• Build an appreciation of different cultures
• Prepare for careers working and interacting with organisations in East Asia
• Key Features:
• Intensive language study
• Year abroad in China or Japan
• Opportunity to study Korean
• Access to specialist language learning resources
• Support from experienced faculty

Outline:

• Year 1:
• Introduction to Chinese or Japanese Culture
• Introduction to Chinese or Japanese History
• Optional modules in:
• Geography
• History
• Cultural studies
• International film
• Politics
• Sociology
• Year 2:
• Advanced language modules in Chinese or Japanese
• Optional modules in:
• Chinese or Japanese culture
• Chinese or Japanese society
• Chinese or Japanese politics
• Korean
• Year 3:
• Year abroad in China or Japan
• Intensive language study
• Cultural immersion
• Year 4:
• Further language development
• Optional modules in:
• Chinese or Japanese cultural history
• Chinese or Japanese politics
• Translation
• History
• Buddhism
• Literature
• Film
• Dissertation or research project

Assessment:

• Assessed through a combination of:
• Assignments
• Coursework
• Dissertation or research project
• Examinations
• Group work
• Presentations
• Seminars
• Reflective reports

Teaching:

• Taught by native speakers
• Utilizes language laboratories and self-study resources
• Employing a variety of teaching methods, including:
• Lectures
• Seminars
• Group work
• Presentations
• Independent study
• Access to specialist language learning software, films, and online resources

Careers:

• Graduates find employment in various sectors, including:
• Business services
• Marketing
• Advertising
• Management
• Banking
• Communications
• Research
• Teaching
• Digital industries
• Arts
• Strong links with employers
• Comprehensive careers support

Other:

• Students have access to:
• Language laboratories
• Award-winning Language Resource Centre
• Specialist language learning software
• Films
• Live foreign-language TV channels
• Tandem schemes
• Students receive support from:
• Academic personal tutors
• Peer mentors
• Careers Service
• Employability Week
• Careers blog
• Entrance requirements and tuition fees may vary depending on the year of entry.

The program equips students with the knowledge, skills, and experience to succeed in a variety of careers.