Chinese Studies, B.A.

Director
Helen Zhang, Languages

The Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Chinese studies is an interdisciplinary program drawing from the disciplines of political science, history, literature and language, business, and economics to prepare students for a variety of professional careers and academic programs related to China. The Chinese studies program, as a minor or second major in combination with other disciplines such as education, finance, or any of the engineering specialties, will offer TU students the means to enhance their understanding of China globally as well as locally in their discipline.

Program Objectives

Students will

Demonstrate knowledge and skills in Chinese language, literature, philosophy, and media that aid in effective cross-cultural communication.
Demonstrate knowledge and skills in additional disciplines (anthropology, economics, history, international business, political science, translation studies, etc.) that deepen cross-cultural comprehension.
Demonstrate competence and creativity in integrating varied disciplines to explore current issues; demonstrate critical thinking, initiative, and resourcefulness in leading future intellectual exchange.

Tulsa Curriculum Requirements (53 hours)

Core Curriculum (28 hours)

ENGL 1033 Exposition and Argumentation
MATH 1083 Contemporary Mathematics (or higher MATH course)
FS 1973 First Seminar
AS 1001 First Year College Experience *
AS 2001 The Liberal Arts and Preparation for Life after Graduation **
4973 Senior Project (3 hours)
Language (14 hours)***

General Curriculum (25 hours)****

Block I Aesthetic Inquiry and Creative Experience (6 hours)
Block II Historical and Social Interpretation (12 hours)
Block III Scientific Investigation (7 hours including one lab)

Notes:

*AS 1001 is required for freshmen matriculating at TU immediately after graduating from high school.

**AS 2001 is required for sophomores.

***Language requirement may vary depending upon placement.

****No more than two courses from any one discipline may be used to fulfill General Curriculum requirements. Two courses must be taken which meet the Cultural Diversity and Gender Studies requirement.

Some students may be required to take ENGL 1004 Introduction to College Writing and MATH 1053 College Algebra .

Chinese Studies Major Requirements (30 hours)

The Chinese studies major consists of 30 credit hours, of which at least 21 hours must be at the upper-division level (3000 and 4000-level courses) including minimum of 12 hours in advanced Chinese. Courses must be taken from at least three disciplines. In addition, a three-hour senior project on a China-related topic must be completed through one of the participating departments.

Students in the Chinese studies major are encouraged to complete a study abroad program in China for at least one semester.

Beginning Chinese (CHIN 1004 and CHIN 1014 ) and Intermediate Chinese (CHIN 2003 and CHIN 2013 ) or their equivalents are prerequisites for the major and minor.

Core Courses (9 hours)

Three of the following:

Electives (21 hours)

The remaining 21 credits may be completed from the following list of electives. Courses should be taken in at least three different disciplines. No fewer than 21 credits of core and elective courses must be at the 3000 and 4000 level.

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