Chinese
Chinese Program
Delve into a foreign language, learn about another culture, and become a truly global
citizen with the Chinese BA at the University of Utah. Chinese students will gain a deeper understanding of a culture other than their own through the study of language, literature, and society:
the curriculum includes language classes from beginning to advanced levels, with additional
courses covering Chinese philosophy and culture. The Chinese program aims to provide
a well-rounded education on China, ultimately helping you to master the necessary
language skills and intellectual understanding that will prepare you for a career
in a China-related field.
Chinese Major (BA)
The Chinese Major requires a minimum of 27 upper-division credit hours listed under Chinese plus WLC Practicum Signature Experience and either WLC 2010 or 2020 for a total of 33 credit hours. At least 15 credits have to be taken at the University Of Utah. All courses must be passed with a grade of C or better.
- Communicate in paragraph-length discourse--in speech and in writing, using Chinese characters--to describe, narrate, explain, elaborate, and clarify with detail in both familiar and unfamiliar situations in informal and some formal settings.
- Demonstrate an understanding of features of Chinese culture communities (e.g., social, geographic, historical). Analyze and discuss core aspects of Chinese civilization including classical Chinese language and traditional literature, modern and contemporary Chinese literature and film, Chinese culture, and the Chinese language.
- A broad sense of the literary and cultural traditions in their language area.
- Begin to show ability to discuss issues beyond the concrete.
- Comprehend complex and descriptive texts (written, audio, visual, audio-visual).
- Comprehend and express opinions and ideas using a variety of vocabulary, including some idiomatic and culturally appropriate expressions, related to topics of personal and community interest, current events, as well as vocabulary related to areas of study and expertise.
- Self-monitor and adjust effectively own speech and writing.
- Demonstrate good language control (vocabulary and grammar) in interpersonal and presentational communication.
- Write exclusively in Chinese characters in a variety of media using appropriate formats and conventions.
Required Courses
24 Total Credits
Completed at least 1 of the following
WLC2010 Introduction to the Study of Literature and Culture (3)
WLC2020 Language in Society (3)
Completed at least 1 of the following
CHIN3010 Third-Year Mandarin Chinese I (3)
CHIN3060 Advanced Chinese Grammar & Composition for Experienced Speakers (3)
Completed ALL of the following
CHIN3020 Third-Year Mandarin Chinese II (3)
CHIN4610 Survey of Chinese Literature (3)
CHIN4620 Survey of Chinese Literature (3)
CHIN4710 Classical or Literary Chinese (3)
CHIN4550 Patterns of Traditional Chinese Culture (3)
Completed at least 1 of the following
CHIN4280 Introduction to Chinese Linguistics (3)
CHIN4281 Politeness in Chinese Speaking Societies: Introduction to Chinese Pragmatics (3)
Electives
6 Total Credits
Earned at least 6 credits from the following
CHIN3390 Chinese Calligraphy (3)
CHIN3510 Business Chinese (3)
CHIN4280 Introduction to Chinese Linguistics (3)
CHIN4281 Politeness in Chinese Speaking Societies: Introduction to Chinese Pragmatics (3)
CHIN4560 Problems of a Modernizing China (3)
CHIN4880 Directed Reading (1 - 4)
CHIN4900 Special Topics (.5 - 4)
CHIN5410 Teaching Chinese as a Second Language (3)
Practicum
Completed one practicum (3) - see Advisor for options
Minimum Degree Hours
122 Total Credits
Minimum Major Hours
33 Total Credits
All classes must be passed with a C or better
Students must take at least 15 credits of the major in residence at the University
of Utah
Chinese mAJOR REQUIREMENTS WLC Practicum Options
Students with advanced language skills (e.g., native speakers, heritage speakers, students who have lived for an extended period abroad) should not enroll in first, second, and some third-year courses. If you do not know what your language level is or if you think your situation justifies petitioning for an exception, contact the WLC advisors before enrolling in classes. For pedagogical reasons, the department reserves the right to remove advanced speakers who have not successfully petitioned from classes not appropriate for their language level.
Chinese Minor
The Chinese Minor requires a minimum of 15 upper-division credit hours listed under Chinese. At least 6 credits have to be taken at the University Of Utah. All courses must be passed with a grade of C or better.
Required Courses
15 TOTAL CREDITS
Third-Year Mandarin Chinese
Completed at least 1 of the following
CHIN3010 Third-Year Mandarin Chinese I (3)
CHIN3060 Advanced Chinese Grammar & Composition for Experienced Speakers (3)
Additional Third-Year Mandarin Chinese
Earned at least 3 credits from the following
CHIN3020 Third-Year Mandarin Chinese II (3)
CHIN3510 Business Chinese (3)
CHIN4550 Patterns of Traditional Chinese Culture (3)
CHIN4560 Problems of a Modernizing China (3)
CHIN4710 Classical or Literary Chinese (3)
CHIN4900 Special Topics (.5 - 4)
CHIN5410 Teaching Chinese as a Second Language (3)
Upper-Division
Earned at least 9 credits from the following
CHIN3020 Third-Year Mandarin Chinese II (3)
CHIN3390 Chinese Calligraphy (3)
CHIN3510 Business Chinese (3)
CHIN4280 Introduction to Chinese Linguistics (3)
CHIN4281 Politeness in Chinese Speaking Societies: Introduction to Chinese Pragmatics (3)
CHIN4550 Patterns of Traditional Chinese Culture (3)
CHIN4560 Problems of a Modernizing China (3)
CHIN4610 Survey of Chinese Literature (3)
CHIN4620 Survey of Chinese Literature (3)
CHIN4710 Classical or Literary Chinese (3)
CHIN4900 Special Topics (.5 - 4)
CHIN5410 Teaching Chinese as a Second Language (3)
Minimum Minor Hours
15 TOTAL CREDITS
All classes must be passed with a C or better
At least 6 credits of minor requirements must be taken in residence at the University
of Utah
Chinese mINOR REQUIREMENTS Chinese mINOR REQUIREMENTS - BRIDGE STUDENTS
All students should declare their minor at least two semesters prior to their anticipated graduation date.
Students with advanced language skills (e.g., native speakers, heritage speakers, students who have lived for an extended period abroad) should not enroll in first, second, and some third-year courses. If you do not know what your language level is or if you think your situation justifies petitioning for an exception, contact the WLC advisors before enrolling in classes. For pedagogical reasons, the department reserves the right to remove advanced speakers who have not successfully petitioned from classes not appropriate for their language level.
Student Experience
An exciting feature of the program is a summer study abroad experience at Nankai University in Tianjin, China, where students can earn up to eight credits toward their Chinese major or minor.
For additional language-learning support, participate in one of the U’s Second Language Teaching and Research Center (L2TReC) workshops or events on Second Language Acquisition (SLA) research and education. Students can also complete their own research projects through the Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program (UROP).
Career Opportunities
After graduation, many students are prepared to enter graduate programs in Asian Studies, International Studies, law schools, business schools, and medical schools. Many alumni have also found employment in government service and the private sector, as project managers, international sales developers, and language teachers. Become a translator or diplomat, or pair your language skills with technical skills and work internationally in business, technology, or the sciences: careers as a supply chain manager, engineer, programmer, or marketing coordinator are all possible.
Faculty
Tenure-Line Faculty
Confucius Institute Faculty
Bridge Faculty
FLAS Scholarship
The Foreign Language and Area Studies Scholarship (FLAS) is provided by the Asia Center. For FAQs, application, and other information on the FLAS scholarship, click the button below.