Chinese, MA (Hons)

Mandarin Chinese, the world's second most spoken language, has profoundly influenced global cultures. Edinburgh University is unique in Scotland for offering a flexible undergraduate MA in Chinese, allowing students to explore optional courses across various disciplines while examining the significance of mainland China, Hong Kong, Macau, Taiwan, and their diasporas.Designed for those with little to no prior knowledge, the programme welcomes learners with some experience but excludes native speakers. Students develop advanced proficiency in modern standard Chinese, including reading, writing, speaking, listening, and both simplified and traditional characters, alongside classical Chinese and translation skills. The curriculum also builds academic expertise in Chinese studies, history, literature, culture, politics, and international relations, culminating in an independent research project. In Year 3, students study abroad in mainland China or Taiwan to immerse themselves in the language and its cultural context.