BA Chinese Language and Culture at University of California, Berkeley

The undergraduate major in Chinese Language at UC Berkeley is a comprehensive program dedicated to the humanistic study of East Asia. This major is structured to develop high proficiency in modern and classical Chinese, equipping students with the skills necessary for critical and informed engagement with East Asian texts. The curriculum aims to foster a deep understanding of the region's historical, literary, philosophical, and cultural dimensions, particularly as they have evolved into modern times.

Faculty: College of Letters & Science  |  Department: East Asian Languages and Cultures  |  Duration: 4 years  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Berkeley, CA, United States

What you will study

Major requirements are organised as: Lower Division (Language Requirements: Placement and Proficiency Exams, Elementary Chinese, Intermediate Chinese, Survey of Chinese Literature in Translation); Upper Division (Advanced Chinese, Literary Chinese, Modern Literature, EALC Electives). Language requirements may be satisfied via the EALC Chinese Placement Exam; students placing above the Elementary level will have the requirement waived and begin coursework at the level indicated by the exam.

Career pathways

Graduates enter career areas including Arts & Entertainment, Communications, Health & Medicine, Law & Public Policy, Nonprofit & Community Development.

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