BA Chinese at SOAS University of London

The Chinese BA programme is suitable for both absolute beginners as well as those with some knowledge of the Chinese language. You will spend the third year of study in China or Taiwan furthering language proficiency and understanding of the local cultural environment.

Faculty: School of Languages, Cultures and Linguistics  |  Duration: 4 years  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September 2026  |  Location: London, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Students take a total of 120 credits each year. Core and compulsory modules include Ch100 Elementary Chinese A, Ch100 Elementary Chinese B, Ch200 Intermediate Chinese A, Ch200 Intermediate Chinese B, China in Ten Words: Key Concepts in Chinese Studies, Humanities Toolkit, East Asian Civilizations A, Chinese 4A.

Career pathways

Graduates from the Department of East Asian Languages and Cultures develop competencies in intercultural awareness, analysis and communication. Demand for specialists with advanced proficiency in the languages of China, Japan and Korea has significantly increased in recent years, and graduates with these skills are highly sought after by employers.

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