Politics with Chinese : BA Hons : 1T33

Bachelor's degree

In Lancaster

£ 9,250 VAT inc.

Description

  • Type

    Bachelor's degree

  • Location

    Lancaster

  • Duration

    3 Years

  • Start date

    Different dates available

The degree in Politics with Chinese allows you to explore the themes, concepts and events that have shaped the contemporary political scene, whilst studying Chinese language and culture.

You will begin your degree with one core course in Politics and Governance in the Contemporary World and one core Chinese module which is designed for beginners with little or no prior knowledge of Chinese Language or Culture. In addition, you can choose to complement your studies with a module from a wide range of options.

As you continue with your studies, you will learn from academics committed to both teaching and research and will increasingly specialise through an extensive range of modules which focus on topical questions concerning government and politics in Britain, Europe, China and the world. Second year options include Politics of Development; Modern Political Thought; and International Relations and Security. The core Chinese Language modules will build on the intensive language introduction given in the first year through further language tuition.

In the final year, you will study Chinese Culture and Society and a further Chinese Language module. You have the opportunity to undertake a sustained investigation on a specific political subject of greatest interest to you and can choose from a wide range of modules, such as China in the Modern World. You also have the opportunity to write a dissertation on a topic of your choice, and may integrate your dissertation research with the study trip to China or the research-based placements that are organised by the department.

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Location

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Lancaster (Lancashire)
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Lancaster University, LA1 4YW

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About this course

This degree enables graduates to be theoretically, linguistically and culturally ready to undertake a range of careers that relate to China in different ways.

Many of our politics graduates use their skills in research, analysis and communication to follow careers directly related to Politics and International Relations, such as the Civil Service, government or public affairs. The degree will also be valuable for careers in NGOs and international charities. It may also be a foundation for careers in commerce, industry, accountancy, law, teaching, academic work, journalism or the armed forces. Adding a level of proficiency in Chinese language and cultural awareness will add a competitive edge to students who are interested in developing international careers, as China is a growth area for most governments, businesses and NGOs.

Lancaster University is dedicated to ensuring you not only gain a highly reputable degree, but that you also graduate with relevant life and work based skills. We are unique in that every student is eligible to participate in The Lancaster Award which offers you the opportunity to complete key activities such as work experience, employability/career development, campus community and social development.

A Level ABB

Required Subjects A level Chinese, or if this to be studied from beginners’ level, AS grade B or A level grade B in another foreign language, or GCSE grade A or 7 in a foreign language. Native Mandarin speakers will not be accepted onto this scheme.

IELTS 6.5 overall with at least 5.5 in each component.

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Subjects

  • Chinese Language
  • International Relations
  • Politics
  • Political Thought
  • Economics
  • Theory and practice
  • Society and Religion
  • Relations and Security
  • Peace Studies
  • European Union

Course programme

Many of Lancaster's degree programmes are flexible, offering students the opportunity to cover a wide selection of subject areas to complement their main specialism. You will be able to study a range of modules, some examples of which are listed below.

Year 1

Core

    • Part I Chinese (Intensive)
    • Politics and International Relations in the Contemporary World
Year 2

Core

    • Chinese Language 2
    • Chinese Language 3

Optional

    • Comparative Politics of the Asia Pacific and the Middle East
    • Economics for the Real World
    • Ethics: Theory and Practice
    • Indian Politics, Society and Religion
    • International Relations and Security
    • Introduction to Peace Studies
    • Modern Political Thought
    • The Politics of Development
    • The Politics of the European Union
    • The United Kingdom: State, Politics and Policies
Year 3

Core

    • Chinese Culture and Society
    • Chinese Language 4

Optional

    • Africa and Global Politics
    • Britain in the World
    • China in the Modern World
    • Contemporary Issues in Human Rights
    • Contemporary Issues in the Middle East
    • Elections, Voters and Political Parties
    • Exploring the Persian Gulf
    • International Political Economy of Globalization
    • Islamic Politics
    • Media, Religion and Politics
    • Politics Employability and Engagement through Outreach
    • Politics of Cultural Diversity
    • Politics of Global Danger
    • PPR in Education
    • Reading Political Theory
    • Religion and politics
    • Religion and Violence
    • Seminar in Contemporary Moral Philosophy
    • Understanding External Intervention in Violent Conflicts
    • US Foreign Policy since 1945

Lancaster University offers a range of programmes, some of which follow a structured study programme, and others which offer the chance for you to devise a more flexible programme. We divide academic study into two sections - Part 1 (Year 1) and Part 2 (Year 2, 3 and sometimes 4). For most programmes Part 1 requires you to study 120 credits spread over at least three modules which, depending upon your programme, will be drawn from one, two or three different academic subjects. A higher degree of specialisation then develops in subsequent years.

Information contained on the website with respect to modules is correct at the time of publication, but changes may be necessary, for example as a result of student feedback, Professional Statutory and Regulatory Bodies' (PSRB) requirements, staff changes, and new research.

Additional information

Overseas Fee - £15,680

Politics with Chinese : BA Hons : 1T33

£ 9,250 VAT inc.