MA Chinese Studies
The Chinese Studies programme at Maynooth University aims to provide students who already have a background in Chinese language and culture at undergraduate level with an opportunity to specialise in the area of cultural and literary analysis with particular emphasis on the conflict and communication within the Sinosphere and between China and the West.
Duration
1 year
Starting Date
September
Tuition Fee
€14,000 per full
Location
Maynooth, Ireland
The programme
The Chinese Studies programme at Maynooth University introduces students to academic research, new ideas and theoretical approaches. It aims to equip students with academic, analytical, creative, reflective and presentation skills in order to foster interest and involvement in the field of Chinese languages, literatures and cultures. It also aims to enhance students’ knowledge and understanding of important concepts of Chinese languages, literatures, cultures and societies, in particular with regard to mainland China.
Career Options
The Chinese Studies programme at Maynooth University can deliver much-needed specialisms (and ultimately specialists) in Chinese language, culture, history and society. It was designed for competent students with a BA in Chinese Studies who want to pursue a professional career in the field of Chinese-EU (and Irish) relations in political, economic, business, diplomatic, pedagogical, historical, cultural and related fields.
Courses Included
- Mandarin Chinese Level A-1
- Readings in Contemporary Chinese Culture and Current Affairs
- Research Skills/Research Methodology
- Intercultural Studies
- Approaches to Translation Studies
- Conflict and Communication: A Changing China in a Globalizing World