Places to Study Chinese

Places to Study Chinese Which Are the Best Places for Learning Chinese? ChaptersWhy Learn Chinese?The Advantages of Studying ChineseThe Disadvantages of Studying ChineseThe Best Institutions for Learning Chinese“Be not afraid of going slowly, be afraid only of standing still.” - Chinese ProverbIt goes without saying that there are more Chinese people who speak English than British people who speak Chinese.So are you ready to learn how to speak Chinese?A lot of people think that since so many people speak English, it’s pointless learning another language. However, very few students in the UK are learning Chinese.That said, there are plenty of classes and language training for all levels available to everyone in the UK.  Learn more about Chinese culture and how to speak Mandarin Chinese in a Chinese class in a Chinese language school or learn Mandarin at university and get ready for a trip to Beijing!confirming  your level in the language at a private Chinese language school or with a tutor..The Disadvantages of Studying ChineseThere are also disadva ntages to choosing to study Chinese.Calligraphy is also an important part of Chinese writing. (Source: rmac8oppo)For starters, the price isn’t always very affordable. These establishments use their students to finance them. This means the rates can sometimes be quite high. Furthermore, you need to find a class schedule that works for you, especially if you work full time.While many private language schools offer evening classes, these don’t work for everyone. In this case, it might be better teaching yourself or getting private Chinese tutorials.  This means you can have Chinese lessons whenever you want and not just because it’s time for class. It’s hard to find this kind of freedom in Language schools.Whatever your reasons, each person needs to find the right way to learn how to speak Mandarin Chinese.The Best Institutions for Learning ChineseUniversity of BathIf you want to study Chinese at the University of Bath, you're going to have to go somewhere else first. However, the university does offer an MA in Interpreting and Translating for those interested in the field.You can also learn through food! (Source: jonathanvalencia5)University of BirminghamThe University of Birmingham has a number of undergraduate courses where you can learn Chinese. If you prefer focusing solely on languages, there's the BA in Modern Languages. However, there are also the BSc in International Business with Language or the BA in Modern Languages with Business Management if you prefer that side of things.University of CambridgeThe University of Cambridge offers a BA in Chinese Studies and an MPhil in Chinese Studies for those interested in more than just the language.Cardiff UniversityCardiff University in the Welsh capital offers two courses for undergraduates: the BA in Modern Chinese and the BA in Modern Languages Translation.University of Central LancashireThe University of Central Lancashire offers both undergraduate and postgraduate courses for those interested in Ch inese. Undergraduates can pick either the BA in Modern Languages, BA in Asia Pacific Studies, or the BA in Business Management Chinese. There's the MA in Interpreting Translation for postgraduates.Durham UniversitySimilar to Cambridge, Durham University offers the BA in Chinese studies. However, for postgraduates, there's only the MA in Translation Studies available.University of EdinburghFor those looking to study in the Scottish capital, the University of Edinburgh only offers the MA (Hons) in Chinese (undergraduate) and the Master of Chinese Studies and the MSc in Chinese Society and Culture.Heriot-Watt UniversityHeriot-Watt University in Edinburgh offers a large number of Chinese postgraduate courses. These courses include MSc in Chinese â€" English Interpreting and Translating, the MSc in Chinese â€" English Translating, the MSc in Interpreting (Chinese Pathway), the MSc in Translating (Chinese Pathway), and the MSc in Interpreting and Translating (Chinese pathway).King's Col lege LondonThe only course offered by King's College London is the MSc in China Globalisation. A good postgraduate option for those interested in business.London School of EconomicsThe LSE offers both degree and certificate courses for Mandarin Chinese.University of ManchesterThe University of Manchester has the BA in Chinese Studies for undergraduates and an MA in Conference Interpreting or an MA in Translation Interpreting for those interested in a postgraduate degree.Newcastle UniversityNewcastle University has a number of courses for those interested in Chinese both an undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Undergraduates can choose either the BA in Chinese Studies or the BA in Modern Languages while postgraduates can choose the MA in Translating, MA in Interpreting, MA in Translation Studies, or the MA in Translating Interpreting.University of NottinghamThe University of Nottingham has both an undergraduate and postgraduate option. Undergraduates can study a BA in a European Language Contemporary Chinese Studies while postgraduates can choose the MA in Chinese/English Translation Interpreting.The Open UniversityFor a change of pace, the Open University offers Beginners' Chinese courses which, like all Open University courses, is a distance learning course.University of OxfordThe University of Oxford has some interesting choices for those wanting to study Chinese. Undergraduates can study the BA in Chinese Studies while postgraduate students can opt for either the Mst in Traditional China or the MPhil in Modern Chinese Studies.Queen's University BelfastIf you're interested in studying in Northern Ireland, Queen's University Belfast offers a BSc in International Business with Mandarin, a great option for those looking to break into the world of Asian business.Where else could you study Business Chinese and everyday Mandarin?School of Oriental and African Studies, University of LondonThe SOAS at the University of London offers a variety of different cou rses for students.  There are certificates, diplomas, and short courses available in both Mandarin Chinese and Cantonese for those not interested in studying for a degree.For undergraduates, there is either the BA in Chinese Studies or the BA in Chinese (Modern Classical) and postgraduates can study an MA in Chinese Studies or an MA in Sinology.University of Wales Trinity Saint DavidWhile the University of Wales Trinity Saint David only offers one undergraduate course in Chinese, the BA in Chinese Studies, there are a variety of interesting postgraduate courses: the MA in Sinology, MA in Confucian Classical Studies, the MA in Chinese Buddhist Textual Studies, and the MA in Chinese Daoist Textual Studies. These courses are obviously for those who are very interested in Chinese culture.University of WarwickIf you're wanting to study at the University of Warwick, you're going to have to be quite interested in languages as they only offer the BA in a Modern European Language with Chine se. However, Chinese and a European language would look great on your CV!University of WestminsterThe University of Westminster offers a BA in Chinese Global Communication as well as a BA in International Business. These courses are definitely for the business-orientated.Find out everything you need to know before starting your Mandarin language classes...