Study one of the oldest and richest cultures in the world with a minor in modern China studies. The minor goes well with any major and increases your career opportunities.
Why Minor in Modern China Studies?
China is one of the world’s oldest and richest continuous cultures, more than 5,000 years old. China is the second largest economy in the world and one of largest trading partners of the United States. Many U.S. companies do business in China and have long-term investments there.
Mandarin Chinese is spoken by more than 1 billion people around the world, about one fifth of the global population. It’s the official language of China, as well as Taiwan and Hong Kong.
The U.S. government has identified Mandarin Chinese as one of the critical-need languages. Such agencies as the State Department and the Department of Commerce are looking for employees with expertise in Chinese.
Why Study Modern China Studies at CSUN?
The Modern China Studies minor gives you basic knowledge of Chinese language and Chinese culture, plus a solid understanding of modern Chinese society. You'll be well prepared to be a part of a global workforce.
A minor in modern China studies is a good complement to a variety of majors, including the humanities, business, social and behavioral sciences, the arts and media.
As a Modern China Studies minor, you'll have the opportunity to pursue various study-abroad programs available at CSUN, including the prestigious Chinese Government Council scholarship offering a year of study in China’s top universities (with tuition and living costs fully covered by the scholarship), the Peace Corps or the U.S.-China Strong Foundation.
What You'll Learn
As a minor in modern China studies, you'll complete core courses including:
- Introduction to Modern Chinese Culture and Literature
- Elementary or intermediate Mandarin Chinese
- Courses in the broad category of Chinese culture, history, society and business.
You can select additional Mandarin Chinese courses and such electives as:
- History of Chinese Art
- Business Chinese
- Regional and National Cinemas (China)
- Social Issues in Modern China
- Emperors, Philosophers, and Rebels: Imperial China to 1600
- Making and Breaking Empires in Early Modern China
- Revolution and Reform in China
- Chinese Philosophy
- Government and Politics of China
- Buddhism
Scholarships offered by the Chinese government
Since 1999, CSUN students and alumni have received 67 full scholarships from the China Scholarship Council to live and study at top universities in China for one or more academic years.