The Chinese Studies minor provides students with academic experiences, skills, and strategies to understand contemporary China, including its language, culture, ethics, politics, economy and history, within scholarly and applied contexts.
Total Program Credits: 22
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Discipline Core Requirements: | 7 Credits | ||
CHST 200G | Introduction to Chinese Studies | 3 | |
CHIN 2010 | Intermediate Chinese I | 4 | |
Elective Requirements: | 15 Credits | ||
In addition to the 4 credit core requirement, students must complete 15 hours of advisor-approved upper division electives from the following: | 15 | ||
CHIN 202G | Intermediate Chinese II (4.0) | ||
CHIN 351G | Chinese Culture and Civilization (3.0) | ||
CHST 362G | Traditional Chinese History (3.0) | ||
CHST 363G | Modern Chinese History (3.0) | ||
CHST 373G | Classical Chinese Literature (3.0) | ||
CHST 375G | Modern Chinese Literature (3.0) | ||
CHST 416G | Chinese Culture and Film (3.0) | ||
POLS 3600 | International Relations of East Asia (3.0) | ||
other advisor-approved course |
This graduation plan is a sample plan and is intended to be a guide. Your specific plan may differ based on your Math and English placement and/or transfer credits applied. You are encouraged to meet with an advisor and set up an individualized graduation plan in Wolverine Track.
Milestone courses (pre-requisites for a course in one of the subsequent semesters) are marked in red and Italicized.
Semester 1 | Course Title | Credit Hours |
CHIN 2010 | Intermediate Chinese I | 4 |
CHST 200G | Introduction to Chinese Studies | 3 |
Semester total: | 7 | |
Notes: Prerequisites of CHIN 1010 and CHIN 1020 are required for CHIN 2010; Prerequisite of ENGL 1010 is required for CHST 200G | ||
Semester 2 | Course Title | Credit Hours |
Chinese Studies Elective | (see advisor/coordinator for list) | 3 |
Chinese Studies Elective | (see advisor/coordinator for list) | 3 |
Semester total: | 6 | |
Notes: Elective credit may be earned with courses from affiliated departments, including business management, history, political science, Chinese language, Chinese studies, etc. Students should consult the advisor and/or individual program coordinator to identify appropriate course options and ensure that any pre- or co-requisites are met. | ||
Semester 3 | Course Title | Credit Hours |
Chinese Studies Elective | (see advisor/coordinator for list) | 3 |
Chinese Studies Elective | (see advisor/coordinator for list) | 3 |
Semester total: | 6 | |
Notes: Elective credit may be earned with courses from affiliated departments, including business management, history, political science, Chinese language, Chinese studies, etc. Students should consult the advisor and/or individual program coordinator to identify appropriate course options and ensure that any pre- or co-requisites are met. | ||
Semester 4 | Course Title | Credit Hours |
Chinese Studies Elective | (see advisor/coordinator for list) | 3 |
Semester total: | 3 | |
Notes: Elective credit may be earned with courses from affiliated departments, including business management, history, political science, Chinese language, Chinese studies, etc. Students should consult the advisor and/or individual program coordinator to identify appropriate course options and ensure that any pre- or co-requisites are met. | ||
Degree total: | 22 |
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Languages and Cultures |
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CB 306 |
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801-863-8518 |
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Mission Statement
The mission of the Department of Languages and Cultures at Utah Valley University is to prepare students to interact effectively in a global community by acquiring competent communicative skills, and developing sensitivity toward cultural differences. By engaging with linguistic and cultural artifacts such as history, literature, and contemporary social structures and systems, language and culture students learn to think critically and behave ethically as they mature in linguistic and cultural literacy. This department prepares students to enter the global work force, further graduate studies and enjoy lifelong enrichment.
Languages and Cultures
The Language Lab, located at LA 003g, is open Monday-Friday and offers a variety of resources for students to practice language skills and get help using computers & software, tutoring one-on-one or in groups, and watching videos. To schedule appointments with tutors, call 801-863-7257.
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Careers: | ||
After completion of the minor, students will be prepared for relevant employment in the rapidly growing private sector enterprises that do business with or in China, in organizations and government agencies in China or related to China, and in academia. The Chinese Studies minor provides the basic knowledge and analytical skills to enable students to pursue graduate degrees in fields related to Chinese Studies. |
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