311940 v.1 Chinese Major

Introduction

Completion of this major will provide students with the ability to communicate effectively in Chinese (Mandarin), with a focus on the use of the Chinese language and an understanding of Chinese culture, society and business practices in China. Students commence with Chinese 111, or a more advanced unit depending on the student's level of Chinese, after consultation with the Chinese teaching staff.

Major combinations within the BA

Students choosing this major within the Bachelor of Arts degree will also choose another or an elective stream. Choosing a second major allows students to study in an additional discipline area. Choosing an elective stream allows students to undertake further study in the discipline of their first major or choose from a variety of units from around the University. Combinations of majors are listed in the handbook at http://handbook.curtin.edu.au/courses/31/311921.html.

Course Structure			Hrs/Wk	Credit
Year 2 Semester 1
12309	v.4	Chinese 211	4.0	25.0
5077	v.7	Chinese Society and Culture 250	3.0	25.0
		SELECT 1 ELECTIVE
				50.0
Year 2 Semester 2
12310	v.4	Chinese 212	4.0	25.0
311867	v.1	Chinese Whispers: Communicating with China 280	3.0	25.0
		SELECT 1 ELECTIVE
				50.0
Year 3 Semester 1
12311	v.4	Chinese 311	4.0	25.0
12313	v.5	Chinese 321	3.0	25.0
				50.0
Year 3 Semester 2
12312	v.4	Chinese 312	4.0	25.0
12314	v.4	Chinese 322	3.0	25.0
				50.0
Optional Units (No Year Level Specified)			Hrs/Wk	Credit
12053	v.6	Business Chinese 341	3.0	25.0
12054	v.5	Chinese 342 - Translating and Interpreting	4.0	25.0
301670	v.5	Chinese 331	3.0	25.0
301671	v.3	Chinese 332	3.0	25.0