Chinese Studies and Economics Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

This subject component allows students to develop Chinese language skills (whether from beginner or A level standard) to proficiency level, as well as introducing them to a range of aspects of Chinese studies through historical, cultural and transnational study to practical, digital and mediation skills.

Students taking 50% Chinese also have the option of completing a dissertation which builds language and subject-related, research and cognitive skills and offers the chance to conduct original research. Studying Chinese Studies supplements a student’s employability by offering a wide range of possibilities. The required Year Abroad in China (at Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University) enhances the students’ abilities to communicate in Chinese, deepens their intercultural competence, and equips students with qualities of self-reliance and independence.

50% Economics develops students’ understanding of the theoretical foundations of economics and their relevance for analysing economic behaviour and policy. Students gain familiarity with analytical and quantitative tools used to examine real-world economic issues and develop the ability to interpret economic evidence. The programme introduces key developments in economic theory, enabling students to appreciate advances in the discipline. Students will also apply economic theories and evidence to consider sustainable policy responses that balance economic efficiency, environmental sustainability, and social equity, while demonstrating awareness of global economic challenges and responsible global citizenship. Please note that the economics weighting cannot be increased from 50% to 75%.

Most Combined Degrees allow you to adapt the weighting of each by 25% after the first year, helping you to keep your options open. Please note, however, students studying either a Business or Economics pathway in combination with another subject cannot increase from 25% to 50% or from 50% to 75% and it is not possible to transfer from a 50% to 75% Law. To find out more about your programme choice, please go first to our Combined Degrees webpages: liverpool.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/courses/combined-degrees.