BA East Asian Studies/Modern China (two subjects) at University of Göttingen

Basic language skills and a lot of content on China: This is what the Modern China programme offers. You will acquire basic knowledge of modern High Chinese in written and spoken form and deal in depth with content on modern China, e.g. in the areas of history, politics, economics, law and society. In this combination, the programme is particularly suitable for prospective students who would like to study a specialized science and supplement and deepen this with knowledge of China.

Faculty: Faculty of Humanities  |  Duration: 6 semesters (3 years)  |  Study mode: full-time; German-taught  |  Intake: Only the winter semester  |  Location: Göttingen, Niedersachsen, Germany

What you will study

The language training provides an initial qualification in the modern spoken Chinese language for mastering everyday communication as a prerequisite for later in-depth study. A stay abroad is possible but not compulsory.

Career pathways

The degree programme prepares students for professional careers in all areas that require introductory language skills and knowledge on the development of modern China. This includes, in addition to the transfer of knowledge and skills mentioned above, the ability to communicate information, ideas, problems and solutions to experts and laypersons, both orally and in writing.

Official programme page