Chinese Studies, BA (Hons) at University of Lancashire

Programme overview

Chinese Studies combines Chinese (Mandarin) language learning with the culture, history, politics and society of China and the wider Asia Pacific region. No previous knowledge of Chinese is required, and students have the opportunity to spend a year abroad in China.

Faculty: School of Psychology and Humanities | Duration: 3 years | Intake: September 2026, September 2027 | Location: Preston, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Each year combines study of the region's history, environment, society and culture with the Chinese language. Year 1 modules listed include Making East Asia: connections and entanglements, The politics of power and order in the Asia-Pacific, Foundations of Chinese language and culture, and Chinese language: history and society.

Career pathways

Careers in or connected to the Asia Pacific region, including translation and interpretation, drawing on language fluency and regional knowledge.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Typical offer: 104 - 112 points at A2; BTEC Extended Diploma: DMM; BTEC Diploma: D*D-D*D*; Pass Access Course: 104 - 112 Points; International Baccalaureate Diploma: Pass including 104 - 112 points from Higher Level subjects; T Level: M; IELTS: grade 6.0 with no subscore lower than 5.5; GCSEs: 5 at grade C/4 including Maths and English or equivalent. International applicants: successful completion of the first year of a recognised university degree, or an Ordinary National Diploma (Lower Credit). English language: IELTS 6.0 with no component below 5.5 (or equivalent), or West African School Certificate English grade C6 (WASSCE C6).

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27). UK full-time tuition Source

International applicants: GBP 19,500 a year (2026/27). International full-time tuition Source

Intake: September 2026, September 2027

Duration: 3 years

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