Chinese is a four-year direct honours programme that provides a strong foundation in classical and modern Chinese literature, a deeper understanding of the Chinese language, and a broader perspective on modern China and the Chinese diaspora in Southeast Asia.
The programme aims to equip students with multidisciplinary research skills and bilingual capabilities. Our faculty members are dedicated to excellence in teaching and research. We have strong and active interests in modern Chinese literature, Chinese language, and the Chinese diaspora in Southeast Asia. The Minor in Translation is another unique programme within the Chinese Programme. This programme is open to all NTU students who are interested in receiving practical and professional training in translation between Chinese and English. We also partner the National Arts Council to run a Chinese creative writing residency programme. Critically acclaimed writers, both local and international, will work on a literary project of their own and teach creative writing courses in NTU. Eminent writers who have been in residence include Yeng Pway-Ngon (Singapore) and Su Wei-Chen (Taiwan).
4-year direct honours programme – Robust and interesting modules on Chinese literature, culture, language, history, and Chinese diaspora
Two distinctive minors – Translation and Creative Writing
Strong industry linkages – Education, media, publishers, and other sectors
Students with Singapore-Cambridge GCE 'A' level
Pass in H2 Level Chinese subjects or
Good pass in H1 Level Chinese subjects or
Good pass in ‘O’ Level Higher Chinese or
Good pass in ‘O’ Level Chinese
Students with NUS High School Diploma
Good overall CAP in Chinese Language
Students with IB Diploma
A good grade in Standard Level Chinese
Please note the following:
The grade profiles, GPAs and programme places vary from year to year, depending on the number and performance of applicants, and the number of places available.
Meeting the previous year's grade/GPA scores of a programme does not guarantee admission to that programme for the current year.
NTU is increasingly admitting students based on holistic practices including written exams and interviews. For this reason we encourage all interested parties to apply.
The curriculum is designed as a four-year programme. Well-prepared students can complete the degree in three and a half years.
Students pursuing a Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Chinese are required to complete two categories of requirements, totalling at least 128 Academic Units (AUs):
A. Major Requirements (69 AUs)
B. Interdisciplinary Collaborative Core (ICC) (28 AUs)
C. Broadening & Deepening Electives (BDE) (31 AUs)
Click here to learn more about the programme structure.
Our graduates in Chinese are bilingual and bicultural and have strong training in the comprehension of classical and modern texts. They are also knowledgeable in Chinese literature, culture, history, philosophy and linguistics. Being exposed to a wide range of knowledge and methodologies, our graduates specialise not only in their selected areas within the traditional disciplines of Chinese language and literature, but also in interdisciplinary studies such as contemporary Chinese politics, society, urban culture, and international relations.
Graduates in Chinese can look forward to careers in the private and public sectors where in-depth knowledge of Chinese language and culture is required. Career opportunities include the civil service, education, business management, public relations, journalism, publishing, translation, and the arts.
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