A BA in Chinese Studies opens the door to one of the most important regions in the world as we enter what many are calling “The Asian Century.”  Students who major in Chinese Studies will learn about Chinese culture, history, politics, and society, providing a context with which to understand China’s growing importance in the global economy as well as its surging significance in world politics.  In addition to acquiring a cultural and historical background, students will become proficient in Mandarin, a language spoken by over one billion people worldwide, in the PRC, Taiwan, and the Chinese diaspora, and have opportunities to study abroad in Asia. 

Students who graduate with a degree in Chinese studies will be equipped with the following skills:

• linguistic proficiency in Mandarin Chinese
• critical thinking/analytical reasoning
• verbal and written communication in English
• research experience
• ability to work with diverse groups
• global awareness
• cross-cultural literacy
• experience living abroad

 Careers to Consider:

Cultural Consulting State Department / Government Primary / Secondary Education Journalism International Business Translation Interpretation Trade Green Industries / Alternative Energy

Local / National Level Cultural Ambassador Tourism Manufacturing Teaching of English as a Foreign Language Lobbyist Media Sales Advocacy Public Health Academia

Advanced Degrees that are especially attractive for students with a background in Chinese:

Asian Studies Linguistics Art History Film and Media Studies Comparative Literature Political Science

Anthropology Environmental Studies Sociology History Law Religious Studies