| | Chinese Studies and another subject to degree level. Chinese Studies (language) is available at beginner level only. 1st year - Either 15 credits of Chinese Studies (if you studied Mandarin Chinese in school to the recommended H4 Leaving Certificate or you have an equivalent level) or 30 credits of Chinese Studies (if you are a beginner)
- Non-beginners are strongly recommended to take Language and Culture as a subject in 1st year and to select the modules on Chinese Language and Culture. This is especially important if you intend to take the language on to degree level
- Choose your other subjects, which may include Critical Skills, from the available Subject Groups
2nd year - Chinese Studies is taken with another subject in 2nd and 3rd year as part of a Double Major or as a Minor
- Transfer option in 2nd year - into the Business and Languages degree MH409 - for students who have completed the first year of the BA degree (MH101) taking at least 15 credits of a Business subject and passing 30 credits of beginners/15 credits of non beginners Chinese Studies
- Optional 10 credit Elective in 2nd year
In year three, students have the option to study in one of Maynooth University’s partner universities in China Duration: 3 years (BA) or 4 years (BA International)  Disclaimer
The modules below are indicative of the content associated with this course of study.
The modules are subject to change as the curriculum is revised and reviewed annually. Please check periodically for updates.  | Year 1 | | | Subject Overview >Chinese Studies is offered at two levels, one for absolute beginners and one for those who already have some prior knowledge of the language. A wide range of subjects including Chinese language, culture, society and history are covered in this course.
>In third year you will have the exciting opportunity to study in one of Maynooth University’s partner universities in China. This will improve your language ability, foster intercultural competence and help you to acquire the skills and confidence that you need in today’s job market. Throughout your year abroad Maynooth University’s International Office and Beijing office staff will be there to support you.
>Learning Chinese connects you to over 1.3 billion speakers of Mandarin Chinese worldwide. As Ireland rapidly expands its trade in goods and services with China, there is a growing demand for graduates with strong Chinese language skills and an understanding of Chinese society and culture.
>The introduction of Mandarin Chinese as a curricular subject for the Leaving Certificate examination means that there is an emerging need for teachers of Chinese at post- primary level. | CN1F30 - CHINESE STUDIES FOR BEGINNERS | Credits: 30 Not compulsory:  |
- Only one of these can be taken as a double subject since the extra 15 credits for each are taught at the same time: Anthropology, Computer Science, German (beginner), History, International Development, Law, Sociology, Spanish (beginner).
| CN1F15 - CHINESE STUDIES FOR NON BEGINNERS | Credits: 15 Not compulsory: | | | | Year 2 | | | Subject Overview >Chinese Studies is offered at two levels, one for absolute beginners and one for those who already have some prior knowledge of the language. A wide range of subjects including Chinese language, culture, society and history are covered in this course.
>In third year you will have the exciting opportunity to study in one of Maynooth University’s partner universities in China. This will improve your language ability, foster intercultural competence and help you to acquire the skills and confidence that you need in today’s job market. Throughout your year abroad Maynooth University’s International Office and Beijing office staff will be there to support you.
>Learning Chinese connects you to over 1.3 billion speakers of Mandarin Chinese worldwide. As Ireland rapidly expands its trade in goods and services with China, there is a growing demand for graduates with strong Chinese language skills and an understanding of Chinese society and culture.
>The introduction of Mandarin Chinese as a curricular subject for the Leaving Certificate examination means that there is an emerging need for teachers of Chinese at post- primary level. | CN2DM - CHINESE STUDIES | Credits: 30 Not compulsory: | Subject Overview >Chinese Studies is offered at two levels, one for absolute beginners and one for those who already have some prior knowledge of the language. A wide range of subjects including Chinese language, culture, society and history are covered in this course.
>In third year you will have the exciting opportunity to study in one of Maynooth University’s partner universities in China. This will improve your language ability, foster intercultural competence and help you to acquire the skills and confidence that you need in today’s job market. Throughout your year abroad Maynooth University’s International Office and Beijing office staff will be there to support you.
>Learning Chinese connects you to over 1.3 billion speakers of Mandarin Chinese worldwide. As Ireland rapidly expands its trade in goods and services with China, there is a growing demand for graduates with strong Chinese language skills and an understanding of Chinese society and culture.
>The introduction of Mandarin Chinese as a curricular subject for the Leaving Certificate examination means that there is an emerging need for teachers of Chinese at post- primary level. | CN2MI - CHINESE STUDIES | Credits: 20 Not compulsory: | | | | Year 3 | | | Subject Overview >Chinese Studies is offered at two levels, one for absolute beginners and one for those who already have some prior knowledge of the language. A wide range of subjects including Chinese language, culture, society and history are covered in this course.
>In third year you will have the exciting opportunity to study in one of Maynooth University’s partner universities in China. This will improve your language ability, foster intercultural competence and help you to acquire the skills and confidence that you need in today’s job market. Throughout your year abroad Maynooth University’s International Office and Beijing office staff will be there to support you.
>Learning Chinese connects you to over 1.3 billion speakers of Mandarin Chinese worldwide. As Ireland rapidly expands its trade in goods and services with China, there is a growing demand for graduates with strong Chinese language skills and an understanding of Chinese society and culture.
>The introduction of Mandarin Chinese as a curricular subject for the Leaving Certificate examination means that there is an emerging need for teachers of Chinese at post- primary level. | CN3DM - CHINESE STUDIES | Credits: 30 Not compulsory: | Subject Overview >Chinese Studies is offered at two levels, one for absolute beginners and one for those who already have some prior knowledge of the language. A wide range of subjects including Chinese language, culture, society and history are covered in this course.
>In third year you will have the exciting opportunity to study in one of Maynooth University’s partner universities in China. This will improve your language ability, foster intercultural competence and help you to acquire the skills and confidence that you need in today’s job market. Throughout your year abroad Maynooth University’s International Office and Beijing office staff will be there to support you.
>Learning Chinese connects you to over 1.3 billion speakers of Mandarin Chinese worldwide. As Ireland rapidly expands its trade in goods and services with China, there is a growing demand for graduates with strong Chinese language skills and an understanding of Chinese society and culture.
>The introduction of Mandarin Chinese as a curricular subject for the Leaving Certificate examination means that there is an emerging need for teachers of Chinese at post- primary level. | CN3MI - CHINESE STUDIES | Credits: 20 Not compulsory: | | |
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