Chinese Studies, B.A. program

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Course requirements for the major in Chinese studies include:

The Chinese studies major consists of a minimum of 44 credits, of which 24 credits must be taken in Chinese studies; 12 credits in a complementary area of study; and 8 credits at the 300-400 level in an appropriate language. Language courses at the 100 and 200 level do not count toward the total number of credits for the major in either the primary or secondary area. The complementary area of study ordinarily consists of the appropriate introductory international course and two additional courses in the area, which may be either international studies courses or departmental courses. IS 490 , the capstone course, must have a subject matter relevant to Chinese studies in order to count for credit toward the major.
Duplication of course credit in the primary and complementary areas is not permitted. However, majors may apply their courses in international studies to their general education requirements.

4. 4 credits in IS 490 (Directed Research) focused on the core area

5. 8 credits in Chinese language at the 300-400 level

Other coursework

With the approval of the International Studies Program director or faculty adviser prior to enrollment, students may also use the following courses for major credit provided that the specific course topic to be studied in an given semester is consistent with their chosen major.

IS 300 - Special Topics in International Studies (4)
IS 390 - Directed Readings in International Studies (2 TO 8)
IS 410 - Global Arts Study Abroad (4)
IS 490 - Directed Research in International Studies (2 TO 8)
LIT 251 - Studies in Foreign Film (4)
LIT 375 - Topics in Foreign Literature (4)
AH 390 - Special Topics in Art History (4)

Note

Students using this catalog to meet Chinese studies major requirements may also use any course subsequently approved as satisfying requirements #2 and #3 above and published in a later catalog.

Additional information

The International Studies Program periodically sponsors summer study tours to China including study at the China Foreign Affairs University in Beijing.