Chinese or Japanese Studies BA (Hons)
Course Overview - Chinese or Japanese Studies BA (Hons)
Immerse yourself in the study of the language, society, culture, politics and history of China or Japan. On our Chinese or Japanese Studies BA Honours degree, youll develop your language skills in your chosen language and build an appreciation of different societies and cultures.
You will:
gain an in-depth insight into how culture, cinema, history, politics and society shape the countries where your chosen language is spoken
develop the knowledge and understanding you need to engage with people in their native language
have the opportunity to study Korean f...
Immerse yourself in the study of the language, society, culture, politics and history of China or Japan. On our Chinese or Japanese Studies BA Honours degree, youll develop your language skills in your chosen language and build an appreciation of different societies and cultures.<br/><br/>You will:<br/><br/>gain an in-depth insight into how culture, cinema, history, politics and society shape the countries where your chosen language is spoken<br/>develop the knowledge and understanding you need to engage with people in their native language<br/>have the opportunity to study Korean from Stage 2<br/>Benefit from the flexibility of an optional Year Abroad or UK Careers Placement<br/>Shape your degree to suit your personal and professional goals with one of three flexible options. You can choose to: <br/><br/>spend a year abroad in your third year to develop your language skills among native speakers and experience a different culture <br/>undertake a Careers Placement Year in the UK in your third year to gain valuable work experience<br/>complete your degree in 3 years without spending time on a Year Abroad or on a Careers Placement Year<br/>Regardless of what you choose to do, you will confirm this with us in Stage 2 after receiving guidance and support.<br/><br/>Unlock global career opportunities<br/>You will be well positioned to take advantage of exciting new career opportunities emerging from Britains growing connections with East Asia, as Chinas economic and political power continues to rise alongside Japans diplomatic importance.<br/><br/>Youll graduate as a confident linguist, in your chosen East Asian language, ready to embark on your career journey as a global citizen.<br/><br/>Find out more about other undergraduate language degrees on the School of Modern Languages website.
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
21/09/2026
Campus
Main Site (Newcastle)
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
TT12
Institution Code
N21
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
Not Accepted
Scottish Higher
A,A,B,B,B
Combinations of Highers and Advanced Highers accepted, including a foreign language or English at National 5, minimum grade B (or grade 2 Standard Grade or Intermediate 2 equivalent). Where a candidate bypasses the assessment for National 5 qualifications, a minimum of grade C in the Higher in any modern foreign language or English is required. Scottish qualifications can be taken in more than one sitting.
Access to HE Diploma
D:30,M:15
A minimum of 30 level 3 credits at Distinction and 15 level 3 credits at Merit is required. Evidence of study in any modern foreign language to GCSE grade B or 6 standard or a grade B or 6 in GCSE English is also required.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
32
Including a modern foreign language at Standard Level (Grade 5) or English if not offered at Higher Level.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Applicants offering a BTEC National Diploma will be considered on an individual basis. Evidence of study in any modern foreign language to GCSE grade B or 6 standard or a grade B or 6 in GCSE English is also required.
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
H1,H2,H2,H3,H3
A foreign language or English Ordinary Level at Grade O2 is also required if not offered at Higher Level.
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
D3,M2,M2
Grade B or 6 at GCSE in any modern foreign language or English language is required.
Extended Project
If you offer a Level 3 Extended Project Qualification, we will vary our offer to recognise this. The EPQ can be in any topic.
A level
A,B,B
Grade B or 6 at GCSE in any modern foreign language or English language is required.
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