Deakin University
Bachelor of Arts (Chinese)
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationMandarin Chinese is one of the world’s most important languages. It is the official language of the People’s Republic of China, Taiwan and Singapore and is widely used in community groups throughout South-East Asia, Hong Kong, North America and Australia. It is one of the five official languages of the United Nations. Develop your communication skills in Chinese, with language fluency further enhanced through an understanding of Chinese culture, history and society. In-country language programs are available to students undertaking a major sequence in Chinese, giving you the opportunity to travel overseas and try out your language skills with native speakers.
Delivery mode
Deakin University offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Blended
Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.
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Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Current or recent Year 12
- Units 3 and 4: A study score of at least 25 in English EAL (English as an additional language) or at least 20 in English other than EAL; and
- Senior Secondary Certificate of Education with an unadjusted ATAR of at least 50 or equivalent
- Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) English Units 3 and 4: Study score of 25 in English as an Additional Language (EAL) or 20 in any other English
- IELTS overall score of 6 (with no band score less than 6) or equivalent
- Other evidence of English language proficiency
Higher education study
- Successful completion of at least two bachelor level or above units (AQF Level 7 or equivalent)
- Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) English Units 3 and 4: Study score of 25 in English as an Additional Language (EAL) or 20 in any other English
- IELTS overall score of 6 (with no band score less than 6) or equivalent
- Other evidence of English language proficiency
VET study
- Completion of a certificate IV or higher in a related discipline
- Completion of a diploma or higher in any discipline
- At least 50% completion of a diploma or higher in a related discipline
- Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) English Units 3 and 4: Study score of 25 in English as an Additional Language (EAL) or 20 in any other English
- IELTS overall score of 6 (with no band score less than 6) or equivalent
- Other evidence of English language proficiency
Work and life experience
If you finished Year 12 more than three years ago, or did not finish Year 12, and haven't undertaken any further study, you may be considered for admission to this degree based on your work, volunteer and/or life experience.
- Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) English Units 3 and 4: Study score of 25 in English as an Additional Language (EAL) or 20 in any other English
- IELTS overall score of 6 (with no band score less than 6) or equivalent
- Other evidence of English language proficiency
Course fees
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
Career opportunities
The Bachelor of Arts (Chinese) will prepare you for the following roles.
Chinese Teacher
A Chinese Teacher instructs students in the Chinese language, focusing on both spoken and written skills. You might work in a primary or secondary...
Chinese Translator
Chinese Translators are multi-lingual professionals who translate documents and texts written in Mandarin Chinese into English and other languages....
Interpreter Translator
An Interpreter or Translator converts written, verbal or signed language into another language. You might translate words into English, or translat...
About Deakin University
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