Bachelor of Arts Programme in Chinese Language and Culture

Programme

Degree	Academic Programme	Length of Programme
B.A.	Chinese Language and Culture	4 Years

Programme’s Philosophy

Bachelor of Arts Program in Chinese Language and Culture focuses on producing graduates who possess Chinese language skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing, as well as the ability to translate and interpret between Chinese and Thai languages. Additionally, the curriculum emphasizes knowledge in Chinese linguistics and contemporary culture, which will help meet the needs of various agencies in both the public and private sectors for engaging, cooperating, or adapting to China's strategic changes. Moreover, proficiency in translating and interpreting between Chinese and Thai will be a valuable skill for graduates to utilize in their careers, serving as a driving force in the Thai economy.

Programme’s Objectives

The Bachelor of Arts Program in Chinese Language and Culture aims to produce graduates with the following characteristics:
1.   Possess Chinese language skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing, as well as knowledge and understanding of both historical and contemporary Chinese society and culture.
2.   Acquire skills in translation and interpretation between Chinese and Thai, and apply these skills effectively in their future careers.
3.   Demonstrate the ability to integrate and apply their knowledge of Chinese language and culture in their work, contributing to the creation of high-quality outputs.
4.   Show social responsibility and ethical conduct in both their personal and professional lives. They should demonstrate honesty and integrity in their work and be capable of effective collaboration with others. They are expected to be quality citizens who possess the ability to continue learning throughout their lives.

Programme’s Highlights

Good at languages, smart at communication, skilled at translating and interpreting， ready to work in different cultures.

Career Opportunities

Translators, interpreters, secretaries, and employees in organizations related to the Chinese language.

Programme Learning Outcomes: PLOs

PLO1 Be able to demonstrate ethical and moral character, demonstrate discipline, and apply knowledge of Chinese language responsibly.
PLO2 Be able to demonstrate Chinese language skills in listening, speaking, reading and writing; be able to demonstrate understanding of Chinese linguistics, contemporary culture; be able to integrate knowledge of linguistics and language skills to communicate effectively.
PLO3 Be able to translate and interpret between Chinese and Thai
PLO4 Be able to analyze the difference between Thai and Chinese cultures.
PLO5 Demonstrate lifelong learning ability and be able to solve specific problems.
PLO6 Demonstrate interpersonal skills as well as the ability to adapt to society and at work.
PLO7 Be able to use information technology to research and create works effectively.

Tuition and Fees

45,500 Baht per semester
364,000 Baht per programme

Programme Structure

Total credits: 135 credits (4-year Bachelor’s Degree)
1. General Education Course       30 credits
2. Specific Requirement Course   99 credits
       1) Major Required Course       84 credits
       2) Major Elective Course   15 credits
3. Free Elective Course       6 credits

(Refer to Bachelor of Arts Program in Chinese Language and Culture Year 2020)

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