Introduction
Chinese calligraphy, literature and opera are all rooted in ancient tradition and history. Knowledge of Chinese culture is also important when doing business with China, an economic powerhouse. If you think that you have what it takes to be a bilingual and bicultural professional, then our Diploma in Chinese Studies (CHS) is the course for you!
The first and only such course offered in a local polytechnic, the diploma was launched to meet the growing demand for professionals who are fluent in Chinese and have a good understanding of Chinese culture. Jointly designed and taught by faculty from Ngee Ann Polytechnic (NP), Zhejiang University City College (ZUCC), Central China Normal University (CCNU) and the National Institute of Education (NIE), the programme prepares you for careers in education, media, business as well as translation and interpretation.
Getting the Best of Chinese Culture
Over 80 per cent of our course is conducted in Chinese. The curriculum covers subjects in Chinese language, literature, culture, translation and interpretation skills, media studies, psychology and education studies.
You will be taught the Chinese culture and language through applied learning modules such as speech and drama, newswritting, radio and video production.
An important highlight of the CHS programme is the China Immersion Programme. In your final year, you will spend one semester attending classes in China in a rigorous academic programme. You will also experience life in China through heritage trips to key cities.
A Unique Two-Track Diploma
Our diploma provides you with two tracks: teaching and media.
Apply for an MOE teaching bursary if your interest lies in teaching. In your final semester, you will be trained by NIE. Upon graduation, you can complete a two-year Diploma in Education (Chinese Specialisation) in one year.
If you think that the media is your calling, choose between an industry-based project and an industry attachment programme with a media company. With your command of the Chinese language, you can spend a semester interning in Zaobao, iWeekly, MediaCorp (TV), Panpac Education, Shooting Gallery Motion Pictures or Toy Factory Productions. Hone your skills and knowledge as a reporter, journalist, producer or editor.
Career Prospects
Enjoy your competitive advantage over others when you do business in China. Opportunities abound. Be a Chinese language teacher, a newspaper or magazine reporter, a radio/TV journalist, a producer, a translator/interpreter, or a marketing communications executive.
Wow the world with your mastery of the Chinese language and culture!