MPhil in Modern Chinese Studies 21 months Postgraduate Programme By University of Oxford |TopUniversities
Programme Duration

21 monthsProgramme duration

Tuitionfee

43,593 GBPTuition Fee/year

Main Subject Area

Area StudiesMain Subject Area

Programme overview

Main Subject

Area Studies

Degree

MPhil

Study Level

Masters

The MPhil Modern Chinese Studies is a two-year master's degree programme offered jointly by the Faculty of Oriental Studies and the Oxford School of Global and Area Studies which combines intensive study of the Chinese language with thorough training in the study of modern China. This course is designed for those who are interested in China. It can be taken either as a terminal degree in preparation for professional work in which knowledge of China and Chinese is an advantage, or in preparation for further research as part of a doctoral degree in either the humanities or social sciences. This course aims to provide a strong grounding in modern Chinese language, both written and spoken, a strong foundation in understanding modern Chinese society and culture, and advanced training in conducting and reporting on independent and original research. Knowing the Chinese language is essential for anyone who wants to understand China and the course is designed to provide this at both elementary and intermediate levels. Students will be allocated to the appropriate level by a placement test on arrival.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Area Studies

Degree

MPhil

Study Level

Masters

The MPhil Modern Chinese Studies is a two-year master's degree programme offered jointly by the Faculty of Oriental Studies and the Oxford School of Global and Area Studies which combines intensive study of the Chinese language with thorough training in the study of modern China. This course is designed for those who are interested in China. It can be taken either as a terminal degree in preparation for professional work in which knowledge of China and Chinese is an advantage, or in preparation for further research as part of a doctoral degree in either the humanities or social sciences. This course aims to provide a strong grounding in modern Chinese language, both written and spoken, a strong foundation in understanding modern Chinese society and culture, and advanced training in conducting and reporting on independent and original research. Knowing the Chinese language is essential for anyone who wants to understand China and the course is designed to provide this at both elementary and intermediate levels. Students will be allocated to the appropriate level by a placement test on arrival.

Admission Requirements

110+
7.5+
3.6+
191+
  • Have achieved a first-class or strong upper second-class undergraduate degree with honours (or equivalent international qualifications), as a minimum, in any subject or discipline, although preference may be given to candidates who have studies previously in either the social sciences or the humanities.
  • Evidence of some competency in Mandarin will be required. This may include records from formal language training successfully undertaken, or evidence of residence in China or Greater China over an extended period for work, study, or family reasons, or other evidence that shows some existing language competency.

21 Months
Jan-2000

Tuition fees

Domestic
36,610 GBP
International
43,593 GBP

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