Last Updated: 26 Jun 2025
Bachelor of Arts in Chinese
Chinese is a four-year direct honours programme which provides a concrete foundation in both classical and modern Chinese literature, a deeper understanding of Chinese language, and a broader perspective on Modern China and the Chinese Diaspora in Southeast Asia. The programme aims to equip students with multidisciplinary research skills and bilingual capabilities. We have strong and active interests in Modern Chinese Literature, Chinese Language, and especially the Chinese Diaspora in Southeast Asia. The Minor in Translation is another unique programme open to all NTU students who are interested in receiving practical and professional trainings in translation between Chinese and English. We also partnered the National Arts Council to run a Chinese creative writing residencies programme. Critically acclaimed writers, both local and international, will work on a literary project of their own and teach creative writing courses in NTU. Eminent writers who have been in residence include Yeng Pway-Ngon (Singapore) and Su Wei-Chen (Taiwan).
Course details
| Minor/Second Major offered |
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| Field of study |
Humanities and Social Sciences
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| Certification offered |
Bachelor of Arts in Chinese |
Minimum entry requirement
You must meet the following entry requirements for the course application:
| Qualification | Requirement |
|---|---|
| A-Level | |
| Polytechnic Diploma | |
| International Baccalaureate Diploma | |
| NUS High School Diploma | |
| International and other qualifications |
Internship
| Internship duration | Students can choose any of the following options to fulfil the internship requirements:
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| Internship timeframe | Year 2 or 3, and any of the following options:
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Overseas exposure programme
The duration is about 2 weeks to 1 semester depending on the programme and it is non-compulsory.
Various student exchange and internship opportunities are available in NTU:
- Summer and Winter Studies (GEM Discoverer)
- Semester Exchange Programme (GEM Explorer)
- Overseas Entrepreneurship Programme (OEP) – can be used to fulfil internship credits
Career prospects
You can explore the following career options upon graduation:
- Civil service
- Education
- Business management
- Public relations
- Journalism
- Publishing
- Translation
- Theatre and the arts
Use resources and interactive tools that are available on MySkillsFuture Portal to explore various education and career pathways.
Graduate employment outcomes
Refer to the complete Graduate Employment Survey (GES) report 2024 for more information.
How to register
You may register here.