Chinese Studies with Japanese BA

at University of Sheffield

Modules

Year 1:
 

In your first year you will begin your language learning by focusing on reading, writing, listening and speaking, working with qualified native-speaker language teachers, using specially designed course material. 
 

Through our Exploring East Asia module you will be provided with essential knowledge of the East Asia region, its history, politics, geography and culture. This will give you a greater understanding of China and Japan, what shaped them and how they may develop in the future.
 

Core modules:

• Exploring East Asia
• Chinese Language 1A
• Chinese Language 1B
• Japanese for Non-Specialists 1
• Chinese Language 2A
• Chinese Language 2B
• Japanese for Non-Specialists 2
   

Year 2:
 

At level 2 you will have the opportunity to develop your understanding of China and Japan through your optional modules, exploring disciplines such as history, politics or culture in more detail. Your modules will help you develop disciple specific skills which may include 
 

• Understanding economic and business models
• Analysing policy and writing policy briefs
• Critiquing visual art such as film
• Forming and debating a coherent argument
   

In your Chinese language classes you will build on what you have learnt in your first year and focus on language which will help you on your year abroad. In Japanese language classes you will build your vocabulary to include roughly 400 words and further develop your grammer and spoken Japanese. 
 

Core modules:

• Chinese Language 3A (Level 2)
• Chinese Language 3B (Level 2)
• Japanese for Non-Specialists 4
• Chinese Language 4A (Level 2)
• Chinese Language 4B (Level 2)
• Japanese for Non-Specialists 3
   

Year 3:
 

Your third year will be spend studying in China at Nanjing University where you will take intensve Chinese language classes and be immersed in Chinese culture and society.
 

Core module:

• China Year Abroad
   

Year 4:
 

In your final year you will focus on developing your research skills through specially designed research focused modules. 
 

In your Chinese language classes you will be introduced to advanced topics such as translation, interpretation and workplace language skills such as CV writing and presenting.
 

In Japanese language classes you will further develop your oral competence in spoken practice through role-plays and discussion activities, focusing on clear and appropriate communication.
 

Core modules:

• Researching China 1
• Chinese Language 5
• Japanese for Non- Specialists 5
• Chinese Language 6
• Japanese for Non- Specialists 6

Guided Modules:

You will take up to 40 credits from the following East Asian Studies modules and a list of guided modules available from departments across the university.

• East Asian Dissertation
• Researching China 1

The A Level entry requirements for this course are:

• BBB
   

A Levels + additional qualifications BBB + B in a relevant EPQ
 

International Baccalaureate 32
 

BTEC Extended Diploma DDM in a relevant subject
 

BTEC Diploma DD + B at A Level
 

Scottish Highers AABBB
 

Welsh Baccalaureate + 2 A Levels B + BB
 

Access to HE Diploma Award of Access to HE Diploma in a relevant subject, with 45 credits at Level 3, including 24 at Distinction and 21 at Merit

 

Other requirements

• No prior knowledge of Chinese or Japanese is required (up to A Level Chinese and GCSE Japanese is acceptable)

• Evidence of interest in East Asia demonstrated through the personal statement is required
   

English language requirements 
 

You must demonstrate that your English is good enough for you to successfully complete your course. For this course we require: GCSE English Language at grade 4/C; IELTS grade of 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each component; or an alternative acceptable English language qualification

Home students
£9,250

Overseas students
£20,000
 

Additional costs

The annual fee for your course includes a number of items in addition to your tuition. If an item or activity is classed as a compulsory element for your course, it will normally be included in your tuition fee. There are also other costs which you may need to consider.

Studying China, Japan or Korea prepares you for a career in the world's most dynamic region. There are also many opportunities across Europe for people with skills in Asian languages and cultures.
 

Our graduates work in government and diplomacy, media and the arts, non-government organisations and international business - in professions as diverse as management consultancy, accountancy, marketing, research, language teaching and translation.