Majors, minors and certificate programs in the Department of Modern Languages, Literatures and Cultures help prepare students for careers that require a global outlook and expertise.
Major or Minor in Chinese
China is one of the most important players in today’s world. Prepare yourself with the language skills and cultural knowledge needed to thrive in careers that engage with China in the public, private and nonprofit sectors.
Studying Chinese
Our language program strives to meet the needs and interests of students with different backgrounds and levels of proficiency in Mandarin. Our goal is for our students to develop the linguistic proficiency, sociolinguistic knowledge and strategies to enable them to communicate effectively in Chinese and to support their lifelong language learning.
Are you a true beginner?
Chinese 1001 requires no previous background or knowledge of Mandarin. The course introduces you to the sound and writing systems as well as basic grammar and vocabulary.
As you progress …
Each higher level of instruction continues to build on your knowledge and skills. You’ll focus on developing linguistically accurate, communicatively effective control over the material you study—while, at the same time, gaining insight into how to use the language in culturally and socially appropriate ways.
Do you already have some knowledge of Chinese?
If your academic or home background in Mandarin would place you at a level higher than Chinese 1001, please contact us [click-for-email] before the beginning of the fall or spring semester for a language evaluation so we can find the right course for you.
