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Chinese Buddhist Textual Studies (MA)
at University of Wales Trinity Saint David

Wales, United Kingdom

Tuition Fee £ 15,000
Country Rank#119
Duration24 Months
Score IELTS: 6

Program Overview

The MA in Chinese Buddhist Textual Studies will have a special appeal to those students who wish to study ancient Chinese texts, to develop a rich and deep knowledge of traditional Chinese Classical texts; and to apply this knowledge to their own lives and those of others.

Students will study at the Academy of Sinology at UWTSD, a newly established Academy in Lampeter which focuses upon training for Sage teachers, who through example will have a real impact on society via their own daily moral practices and teaching activities.

Course Content
Compulsory Modules
- Chinese Buddhist Scriptural Studies 1:“Infinite Life Sutra"
- Chinese Buddhist Scriptural Studies 2: “Diamond Sutra"
- Classical Chinese Texts in English
- Interpretation of The Four Books
- Readings from the Governing Principles of Ancient China
- Research Methodology for the Study of Sinology
- Dissertation: Classical Chinese Textual Studies
Entry Requirement
- Each application will be considered on its own merit and will be based upon an interview with relevant teaching staff within the University and the Academy of Sinology.
- The bilingual nature of the programme requires a degree of competency in both Chinese and English.
- Applicants should have a BA degree or above, or equivalent qualification from an approved degree awarding body of their countries.
English Entry Requirement
- An Academic IELTS English Language score of 6.0 overall is required, with no less than 5.5 in each of the four components (reading, writing, listening and speaking), or a UK NARIC approved qualification from an English-speaking country. Please note that the University will only accept IELTS certificates from a UKVI-approved test centre.
Fees & Scholarships
- Home: £7,800
- Overseas (on-campus): £15,000
Career Prospect
Possible employment roles for graduates from this programme include:
- teachers and educators in a range of settings in both China and the UK;
- academic researchers in traditional texts and ancient Chinese texts;
- translation work
- educational administration and policy
- ethical business and commercial ventures
- community work and initiatives
- voluntary and travel industries
- heritage conservation; archive and museum work
- corporate and personal coaches/trainers in ancient Chinese ‘wisdom’ and life skills.
The expected employability skills gained by graduates from these programmes are advanced information handling and communication skills; high levels of self and project management; the practical application of high-level skills in textual analysis and interpretation.

Cost Of Studying At University of Wales Trinity Saint David

Interest rates as low as 8.9% ^*

250K+

Students Assisted

800Cr+

Loan Amount Disbursed

5000+

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Chinese Buddhist Textual Studies (MA) at University of Wales Trinity Saint David