BA Chinese and Japanese Studies(For students entering from September 2024 onwards)

Year 1

(Award available for year: Certificate of Higher Educ)

Learning outcomes

Subject Specific Learning Outcomes

1. Basic Language Proficiency in Chinese: You will be able to speak and write Chinese, including tones, Pinyin, basic character recognition (in simplified and traditional form), and use 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 Japanese: You will be able to speak and write Japanese, including hiragana and katakana scripts, approximately 250 Japanese kanji, use basic grammar and vocabulary, enabling an elementary level comprehension of Japanese, including basic dialogues and instructions, and expression of basic ideas and needs in writing and in conversation

4. [For prior learners] Lower Intermediate Language Proficiency in Japanese: You will be able to speak and write post-beginner-level Japanese, including hiragana and katakana scripts, approximately 400 Japanese kanji, and use lower intermediate grammar and vocabulary, enabling lower intermediate level comprehension of Japanese, including more complex dialogues and instructions, and expression of ideas and needs in writing and in conversation.

5. Cultural Awareness in Chinese and Japanese Studies: You will recognise essential aspects of Chinese culture, traditions, and social customs, enabling you to engage respectfully in Chinese cultural contexts.

6. Foundational Knowledge in Chinese and Japanese 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 conventions and norms of scholarly discourse within Chinese and Japanese 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 will include essays, commentaries, portfolio, individual and group presentations, group research projects, oral assignments, and exams.