Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Chinese Studies

Course Overview

The Bachelor of Arts (Honours) Chinese Studies develops an in-depth understanding of Chinese history, literature, language and culture. Students also build practical capabilities in speaking, writing, research, analysis and critical evaluation.

The programme includes subjects related to Malaysian studies and mass communication, helping students understand the history and development of the Malaysian Chinese community alongside Chinese culture in local and international contexts.

Graduates are prepared for opportunities in education, writing, journalism, publishing, translation, research and administration in public and private organisations.

Achievement

The programme is recognised by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA) and the Public Service Department of Malaysia (JPA).

UTAR states that the department has a comprehensive teaching team of lecturers with doctoral qualifications and one of the largest Chinese Studies student enrolments in Malaysia.

Curriculum

Subjects 

• National Language/Other Language 
• English for Mass Communication 
• Malaysia: Cultural and Religious Practice 
• Tamadun Islam and Tamadun Asia 
• Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 2
• Communicative English 
• Introduction to MAss Communication 
• Introduction to Psyhology 
• Co-Curriculum
• Sun Zi's Art of War and Business Strategies
• Theory and Practice of Translation
• Mass Media and Society
• News Reporting and Writing
• Hubungan Etnik
• Malaysian Studies 3
• Introduction to Political Science
• Culture and Communication
• Introduction to Sociology

Entry Requirements

STPM 2C/A-Level 2D/UEC 5B

Career Prospects

• Educator
• Writer
• News Reporter
• Editor
• Translator
• Researcher
• Interpreter
• Administrator in Public or Private Organisations

Study Abroad Pathway

No