Course summary

You'll learn Chinese and Japanese language from scratch, which will be complemented by modules about Chinese society such as history, culture or politics. You will also spend part of your degree studying in China, immersing yourself in Chinese society. Develop a critical understanding of China and its influence on the world, while gaining advanced Chinese and Japanese language skills. You’ll be immersed in East Asian culture, language and society on this four-year course, setting you up for a career of your choice. You'll learn Chinese and Japanese language with our expert language teams, complemented by modules exploring Chinese history, anthropology, geography, sociology, media, business, politics and urban studies. You’ll have the opportunity to explore Japanese and East Asian society in more detail through optional modules in the later years of your degree, tailoring your degree to what interests you. You’ll also spend a year at one of our partner universities in mainland China or Taiwan, putting what you've learned into practice and gaining life-changing experience abroad. In your final year you’ll refine your language skills while deepening your understanding through research-led modules. You also have the option to complete a dissertation project of your choice, supervised by world-leading researchers. Throughout your time with us, you’ll be supported by our experienced teaching staff. Study with us, and you’ll develop an unparalleled knowledge of your subject, gain valuable lived experience, and contribute to world-leading research in the field. Why study this course?

• Voted number one - ranked 1st in the National Student Survey (NSS) results 2023 across Asian studies in the UK, our staff are UK leaders in supporting your studies and career goals.

• Life-changing year abroad - apply your rapidly developing language skills in the real world, refine your critical understanding – and experience a life-changing trip.

• Find a career connected to East Asia - an emphasis on skills development, careers and employability means your degree gives you the best foundation for a career in the region, as well as here in the UK.