Chinese Studies, BA (Hons)

China, one of the world's leading powers with a rapidly growing economy, offers a compelling subject for study. The BA in Chinese Studies at the University of Sheffield's School of East Asian Studies develops your Chinese language skills and deepens your understanding of Chinese culture and society. From the start, you'll engage in intensive language training, progressing to advanced proficiency by graduation. You'll explore diverse topics such as history, anthropology, geography, sociology, media, business, politics, and urban studies, while spending a year at a partner university in mainland China or Taiwan for immersive experience. Expert faculty support ensures you gain unparalleled knowledge and contribute to cutting-edge research.This program, ranked first in the UK for Asian studies in the 2023 National Student Survey, provides flexible pathways for all language levels and emphasizes practical skills for careers in East Asia or the UK. It equips you to understand China's global influence, apply language expertise in real-world contexts, and pursue opportunities through a focus on employability and lived experience.