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Introduction
The Bachelor of Arts in Chinese as a Foreign Language is designed for students who wish to equip themselves as interdisciplinary talents in language communication with a thorough knowledge of Chinese language and a deep understanding of the social and cultural aspects of China. School of International Education offers students opportunity to combine the study with established disciplines in School of Economics and Commerce, and School of Journalism and Communication. Based on the distinguished record of teaching and research of the three Schools, the program offers 3 programs in Chinese for Business and Trade, Chinese for Tourism, Chinese Language and Communication.
In each program, students follow the first two years’ curriculum for Chinese language knowledge; upon acquisition of the language foundation, students may then continue the final two years for a further systematic study in their chosen programs with Chinese students in School of Economics and Commerce and School of Journalism and Communication.
Chinese language courses include: Basic Chinese, Intermediate Chinese, Advanced Chinese, Chinese Speaking, Chinese Reading, Chinese Listening, Newspaper Reading, Basic Writing, Dissertation Writing, Survey of China, Survey of Chinese Culture, Computer Processing in Chinese, Use of Chinese Reference Books, etc.
Programs of Studies
Chinese for Business and Trade
I. Course Aim: This program cultivates students excelling in the social and cultural aspects of China; and equips students with applicable knowledge in Chinese when coping with business and trade so as to widen their career paths in the modern international business market.
II. Course Structure: Students in this program take Chinese language courses in Year 1 and Year 2 to achieve competent communication skills in Chinese; further in Year 3 and Year 4, students proceed with studies in business and trade for deeper specialization in knowledge of international trade, business development of China and Chinese business culture.
III. Course Curriculum*: Survey of China International Trade, China Economics and Geography, Applicable International Trade, English for Business and Trade, Negotiation in International Business, E-Business, Culture of China Business and Trade, Lectures in Business and Trade , etc.
IV. Practicum: Language practice and field work in companies, etc.
Chinese for Tourism
I. Course Aim: This program cultivates students excelling in the social and cultural aspects of China; develops students’ skills in using Chinese for tourism; and equips students with applicable knowledge in China tourism industry and the Chinese culture, history, geography and customs, etc.
II. Course Structure: Students in this program take Chinese language courses in Year 1 and Year 2 to achieve competent communication skills in Chinese; further in Year 3 and Year 4, students proceed with studies in tourism and Chinese culture for deeper specialization in coping with tourism management in Chinese.
III. Course Curriculum*: China Tourism Business, China Tourism Culture, China Tourism Geography, Tourism Marketing, Reception Etiquette, Tour Guide Training, Tourism Hospitality Psychology, Lectures in Tourism, etc.
IV. Practicum: Language practice and field work in tourism industry, etc.
Chinese Language and Communication
I. Course Aim: This program cultivates students excelling in the social and cultural aspects of China; and equips students with applicable knowledge in the field of liberal arts and social science, and be accomplished in the theories & practice of communication so as to widen their career paths in cultural communication and mess media communication from global perspectives.
II. Course Structure: Students in this program take Chinese language courses in Year 1 and Year 2 to achieve competent communication skills in Chinese; further in Year 3 and Year 4, students proceed with studies in communication for deeper specialization in coping with cross cultural communication process and other operational issues in the media industry by using Chinese as medium language.
III. Course Curriculum*: Chinese Literature, Chinese and Western Cultures, Mass Media, Media Planning and Marketing, Cross Cultural Communication, Communication Linguistics, Network Communication, etc.
IV. Practicum: Language practice, field work in communication skills and training on cultural communication in the classes of international students, etc.
* Please note that the course curriculum is subject to change so please check the syllabus updated in each semester.
Graduation & Career Prospect
The Bachelor of Arts in Chinese as a Foreign Language requires the achievement of HSK Band 8, the completion of a minimum of 166 credits and dissertation, and a satisfactory academic performance. Eligible graduates can receive Higher Education Certificate and Bachelor Degree from SCUT.
Graduates with Chinese-language and subject-oriented skills are highly sought after in fields of international business and trade, tourism, hotel management, cultural communication, education, translating and interpreting, diplomacy and foreign affairs, etc.
Course Arrangement
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Attendance Type
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Full-time on-campus at SCUT
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Duration
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4 years *
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Intake
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Fall semester
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Class Type
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Small classes (maximum 20 students per subject)
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Note
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The course only opens with a minimum number of 15 students
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* There are other options for duration of study, please refer to the session of Entry Requirements for details.
Entry Requirements
I. For entry into the 1st year: graduated from high school; above the age of 18; no requirement in Chinese language proficiency.
II. For transfer students into the 2nd year: graduated from high school; above the age of 18; HSK Band 3 or above, AND pass the entry exam from SCUT on language proficiency.
III. For transfer students into the 3rd year: graduated from high school; above the age of 18; HSK Band 6 or above, AND pass the entry exam from SCUT on language proficiency.
Fees
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Registration Fee
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RMB 450
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Tuition Fee
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RMB 17,600 / academic year
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Accommodation Fee (RMB/person/academic year)
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South Campus (Air-conditioned)
Single Room: RMB 9,000
Double Room: RMB 5,000
North Campus
Single Room (Non air-conditioned / Air-conditioned): RMB 6,560 / 13,600
Double Room (Non air-conditioned, 1st floor): RMB 5,000
Double Room (Non air-conditioned, 7th & 8th floors): RMB 7,000
Double Room (Air-conditioned): RMB 8,800
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*Students of the 1st and 2nd years will stay on the north campus; those of 3rd and 4th years will stay on the south campus.
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How to Apply
Please submit the following documents to our admission office by email, fax or mail by June 30th, 2008:
Completed Application Form
Copy of the graduate certificate of high school
Copy of academic record of high school
Copy of Certificate and official transcripts of Chinese studies if available
A photocopy of the passport
Contacts
Address: Admission Office, School of International Education, Building B8, South China University of Technology, University Town, Panyu District, Guangzhou, China.
Post Code: 510006
Tel: +86-20-39381048, 39381029, 87110592
Fax: +86-20-39381048, 87114728
Email: sieinfo@scut.edu.cn
Website: www2.scut.edu.cn/sie, www.studyincanton.com
