Giving you that something xtra
- The first and only such diploma course offered by a polytechnic in Singapore
- A diploma that caters to Chinese language education and businesses needing professionals fluent in Chinese
- MOE teaching bursary available for those interested to be Chinese language teachers
- China Immersion Programme – A rigorous one-semester academic programme in a Chinese university, inclusive of Chinese heritage study tours
About the Diploma
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 Chinese language teacher or bilingual 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 equip a new generation of Chinese language teachers who will impart the rich culture and history of the Chinese language to primary school students. The diploma also aims to meet the growing demand of 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), Huazhong Normal University (HNU) and the National Institute of Education (NIE), the programme prepares you for careers in education, 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, psychology and education studies.
You will be taught the Chinese culture and language through applied learning modules such as speech and drama, creative writing, 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 cultural trips to key cities.
MOE Teaching Bursary
Generous sponsorships are available to those whom the Ministry of Education selects for its trainee teacher programme. Apply for an MOE teaching bursary if your interest lies in teaching. One semester in your final year will be spent at NIE. Upon graduation from CHS, you will attend NIE and complete a two-year Diploma in Education (Chinese Specialisation) in one year. (Read about our students' experiences here.)
If you are not in the teaching track, you can either work on an industry project or intern at a company where you will be actively using Chinese at work.
Career Prospects
Enjoy your competitive advantage over others when you do business in China. Opportunities abound. Be a Chinese language teacher, a translator/interpreter, or work in corporate companies needing professionals strong in the Chinese language.
Wow the world with your mastery of the Chinese language and culture!
Further Studies
You can receive up to one semester’s exemption at the following local institutions:
You may also enjoy exemptions at the following institutions:
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Zhejiang University, China – Bachelor of Chinese Studies
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Huazhong Normal University, China – Bachelor of Chinese Studies
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University of Queensland, Australia – Bachelor of Arts
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Shanghai University, China – Bachelor of Chinese Studies
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Shanghai International Studies, China - Bachelor of Chinese Studies
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Fudan University, China – Bachelor of Chinese Studies & Bachelor of Journalism
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Communication University of China – Bachelor of Chinese Studies/ Bachelor of Journalism
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