BA (Hons) Chinese and International Communication at University of Westminster

Programme overview

The Chinese and International Communication BA develops reading, writing, listening and speaking proficiency in Chinese alongside international communication and mediation between English and Chinese. The curriculum integrates applied language skills and cultural studies.

Duration: 3 or 4 years (4 with year abroad) | Intake: September 2027 | Study mode: full-time | Location: London, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Years 1 and 2 build Chinese language and communication skills, with an optional full academic year abroad at a partner institution between Years 2 and 3.

Career pathways

Graduates are prepared for roles using Chinese and intercultural communication skills, with optional work or volunteering experience in Chinese-speaking destinations such as China or Hong Kong.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A levels: CCC (96 UCAS Tariff points). T levels: 96 UCAS Tariff points. International Baccalaureate: 96 UCAS Tariff points from all components of the Diploma Programme (Career-related Programme considered case by case). BTEC Extended Diploma: MMM. BTEC Diploma: DD. Access: 96 UCAS Tariff points from the Access course. Combinations of the listed qualifications are accepted. International applicants whose first language is not English: IELTS 6.0 overall with 5.5 in each component. Chinese is taught for beginner or intermediate entrants (intermediate: A level Chinese or equivalent of HSK Level 3); a test may be used to determine the entry point.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). Price per academic year, full-time Source

International applicants: GBP 19,000 a year (2027/28). Price per academic year, full-time Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3 or 4 years

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