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Chinese studies

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About Chinese studies

We offer the most comprehensive Chinese language program available in Australia with six distinct entry points, from the introductory level (for students with no previous Chinese
language ability) through to the Chinese as a first language stream.

What will you study?

Studying Chinese is as much about the language as it is about the culture, history and politics of China. You’ll explore topics such as:

  • Export and import industries
  • International business
  • Defence
  • Tourism
  • Foreign affairs
  • Teaching
  • Cultural economy
  • Translation and interpreting.

Why choose Chinese studies?

China is a powerhouse of the world economy and is increasingly important to Australia within government and private sectors. Majoring in Chinese means you’ll be proficient in Mandarin, conversant in the culture, history and politics of China and will broaden your career options.

Chinese studies is a great complement to your degree.

The Chinese studies major offers different entry points to cater for diverse proficiency and background needs, equipping you with the appropriate language and translation skills, as well as in-depth knowledge of Chinese culture and society.

Career opportunities

Learning Chinese will open up opportunities to pursue a career in:

  • Export and import industries
  • International business
  • Defence
  • Tourism
  • Foreign affairs
  • Teaching
  • Cultural economy
  • Translation and interpreting.

Global study

With Monash’s impressive international links, you’ll get the opportunity to immerse yourself in the Chinese language and culture.

Short term programs include:

  • Intercultural skills for global leaders – Italy.

Exchange programs include:

  • Chinese University of Hong Kong – Hong Kong
  • University of Hong Kong – Hong Kong
  • Fudan University – China
  • Nanjing University – China
  • Peking University – China
  • Shanghai Jiao Tong University – China
  • Tsinghua University – China.

Global Immersion Guarantee:

As a Bachelor of Arts student, you’ll have access to the Monash Global Immersion Guarantee – an opportunity to spend two weeks studying in one of a variety of locations, with airfares and accommodation covered as part of your degree.

Australia’s leading university language program

When you study languages at Monash, you'll be studying at Australia’s largest international university, ranked in the top 1% in the world for Languages, Humanities and Social Sciences. We offer the most comprehensive, flexible and well-integrated program incorporating language acquisition with cultural competence. Choose from a wide range of Asian and European languages: Chinese, Indonesian, Japanese, and Korean; and French, German, Italian, and Spanish and Latin American studies (within the European Languages Area of Study). Find out more about Languages at Monash.

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