BA Chinese and Thai Studies

Year 1

(Award available for year: Certificate of Higher Educ)

Learning outcomes

1. Basic Language Proficiency in Chinese language: You will be able to speak and write Chinese, including tones, Pinyin, basic character recognition (in simplified and traditional form), and basic grammar and vocabulary (approx. 1000 characters) enabling an elementary level comprehension of Chinese, including basic dialogues and instructions, and expression of basic ideas and needs.
2. [For prior learners] Lower Intermediate Proficiency in Chinese Studies: You will be able to speak and write post-beginner-level Chinese, including tones, Pinyin, character recognition (in simplified and traditional form), and use lower intermediate grammar and vocabulary (approx. 1500 characters) enabling a lower-intermediate level comprehension of Chinese, including more complex dialogues and instructions.
3. Basic Language Proficiency in Thai language: You will be able to speak and write Thai (including being able to recognise and use all Thai consonants, vowels and diphthongs, the system for identifying intonation), and use basic grammar and vocabulary to produce and comprehend basic dialogues and instructions.
4. Cultural Awareness in Chinese and Thai Studies: You will recognise essential aspects of Chinese and Thai culture, traditions, and social customs, enabling you to engage respectfully in Chinese and Thai cultural contexts.
5. Foundational Knowledge in Chinese and Thai Studies: You will be able to explain and discuss historical and contemporary events within the cultural, political, and societal contexts of the region or topic under study.

Skills Learning Outcomes
1. Language Learning Strategies: You will apply appropriate and effective language learning techniques and study habits, including the use of language-learning software and digital resources.
2. Study Skills: You will manage your study time effectively, engage in group work and make effective use of academic resources.
3. Scholarly Discourse: You will use the conventions and norms of scholarly discourse within Chinese and Thai studies, including appropriate terminology, citation styles, and formatting.

Assessment

Achievement will be assessed by a variety of methods in accordance with the learning outcomes of the modules specified for the year/programme and may include essays, commentaries, portfolio, individual and group presentations, group research projects, oral assignments, and exams.