You'll study compulsory modules in Chinese or Japanese language. Alongside these, there are optional modules that look at East Asia and the world through a focus on:
- geography
- history
- cultural studies
- international film
- politics and/or sociology
Modules
Chinese Language Strand
You will study both Level A (suitable for beginner's) or both Level B (suitable for post A Level or equivalent) Chinese language modules.
| Compulsory modules | Credits |
|---|---|
| Level A (HE Entry Level) Chinese I | 20 |
| Level A (HE Entry Level) Chinese II | 20 |
| Level B (HE Intermediate) Chinese I | 20 |
| Level B (HE Intermediate) Chinese II | 20 |
You will also study:
Introduction to Chinese Culture and Society (20 credits)
Japanese Language Strand
You will study both Level A or both Level B Japanese language modules.
| Compulsory modules | Credits |
|---|---|
| Level A (HE Entry Level) Japanese I | 20 |
| Level A (HE Entry Level) Japanese II | 20 |
| Level B (HE Intermediate) Japanese I | 20 |
| Level B (HE Intermediate) Japanese II | 20 |
You will also study:
Introduction to Japanese History and Culture (20 credits)
The optional module list below provides an example of what you might study. Please note:
- Chinese language modules and Global Ancient Histories are only available to those studying the Chinese Strand.
- Japanese language modules are only available to those studying the Japanese Strand.
Module choices depend upon the language you choose and the level you study at. Further information to help you with module selection is provided when you start each year of your course.
Modules
| Compulsory Modules | Credits |
|---|---|
| Academic Study and Research Skills | 0 |
In Stage 2, you will continue to build your language skills in Chinese or Japanese. You will also be able to choose optional modules that focus on Chinese or Japanese culture, society and politics, as well as learning Korean.
Modules
Chinese Language Strand
If you studied Level A at Stage 1 you will study both Level B Chinese language modules:
| Compulsory modules | Credits |
|---|---|
| Level B (HE Intermediate) Chinese I | 20 |
| Level B (HE Intermediate) Chinese II | 20 |
If you studied Level B at Stage 1 you will study both Level C Chinese language modules:
| Compulsory modules | Credits |
|---|---|
| Level C (HE Advanced) Chinese I | 20 |
| Level C (HE Advanced) Chinese II | 20 |
Japanese Language Strand
If you studied Level A at Stage 1 you will study both Level B Japanese language modules:
| Compulsory modules | Credits |
|---|---|
| Level B (HE Intermediate) Japanese I | 20 |
| Level B (HE Intermediate) Japanese II | 20 |
If you studied Level B at Stage 1 you will study both Level C Japanese language modules:
| Compulsory modules | Credits |
|---|---|
| Level C (HE Advanced) Japanese I | 20 |
| Level C (HE Advanced) Japanese II | 20 |
The optional module list below provides an example of what you might study. Please note:
- Chinese language modules and Global Ancient Histories are only available to those studying the Chinese Strand.
- Japanese language modules are only available to those studying the Japanese Strand.
Module choices depend upon the language you choose and the level you study at. Further information to help you with module selection is provided when you start each year of your course.
Modules
Optional Year Abroad
Studying abroad is a great way to immerse yourself in local cultures, meet new people and improve your language skills.
Our year abroad is optional, meaning you can choose to study abroad in your third year (making your degree four years) or you can opt out (which will make your degree three years). You do not have to choose right away and will receive plenty of support and advice on your options before you make your decision in Stage 2.
Students studying Chinese or Japanese must study with one of our partner universities. You can choose to spend one semester studying there or the whole academic year.
Find out more about our current partner universities.
Optional Careers Placement Year
Work experience can enhance your career prospects beyond university. All modern language students not taking a year abroad have the opportunity to undertake a Careers Placement Year in the UK. This will be in the third year of your study and will make your degree four years long in total.
With a placement year you can choose to do:
- one placement lasting 9-12 months
- two placements which last at least 4.5 months each
Again, you don't need to decide now if you'd like to choose a Placement Year and you will receive plenty of support and advice on your options before you make your decision.
Final year is Stage 4 for those choosing a Year Abroad or a Careers Placement and Stage 3 for those not choosing these options.
In your final year, your language studies build on the levels you have developed in Stage 2 or during your Year Abroad and also develop more professional skills.
As in Stages 1 and 2, you choose optional modules to further develop your knowledge of the country where your chosen language is spoken.
Modules
Chinese Language Strand
If you studied Level B at Stage 2 you will study both Level C Chinese language modules:
| Compulsory modules | Credits |
|---|---|
| Level C (HE Advanced) Chinese I | 20 |
| Level C (HE Advanced) Chinese II | 20 |
If you studied Level C at Stage 2 you will study both Level D Chinese language modules:
| Compulsory modules | Credits |
|---|---|
| Level D (HE Further Advanced) Chinese I | 20 |
| Level D (HE Further Advanced) Chinese II | 20 |
Japanese Language Strand
If you studied Level B at Stage 2 you will study both Level C Japanese language modules:
| Compulsory modules | Credits |
|---|---|
| Level C (HE Advanced) Japanese I | 20 |
| Level C (HE Advanced) Japanese II | 20 |
If you studied Level C at Stage 2 you will study both Level D Japanese language modules:
| Compulsory modules | Credits |
|---|---|
| Level D (HE Further Advanced) Japanese I | 20 |
| Level D (HE Further Advanced) Japanese II | 20 |
The optional module list below shows an example of what you might study. Please note:
- Chinese language modules are only available to those studying the Chinese Strand.
- Japanese language modules are only available to those studying the Japanese Strand.
Module choices depend upon the language you choose and the level you study at. Further information to help you with module selection is provided when you start each year of your course.