Certificate in Chinese Language Advanced-Level at University of Minnesota Twin Cities

The purpose of the Certificate is to recognize students who have reached an advanced level of proficiency in Modern Standard Chinese (ACTFL Advanced, ILR 2), along with training in literary Chinese and cultural literacy. Designated as a "tier four" language by the Foreign Service Institute, Chinese is acknowledged as one of the most difficult languages to master.

Faculty: College of Liberal Arts  |  Duration: 20-50 credits  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Minneapolis, MN, United States

What you will study

Required components: Required Prerequisites, Advanced Readings in Modern Chinese, Literary Chinese, Chinese Culture, History, and Literature, Study Abroad, Self-assessment, Chinese Essay regarding Chinese language study and the student's professional career goals, Achieve Advanced-Low or Higher on the Chinese ACTFL.

Career pathways

Students who receive the certificate will have official recognition of this advanced level of proficiency in Chinese which can facilitate their post-college careers.

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