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Courses Offered in the Chinese Program

CHI 151-152 Intensive Chinese for Beginners (annually)

CHI 201-202-203 Intermediate Chinese (annually)

CHI 301-302-303 Advanced Chinese (annually)

CHI 348 New Chinese Cinema (occasionally)

CHI 370 Topics in Chinese Culture and Society (occasionally)

CHI 371 Topics in Chinese (taught in English; occasionally)

CHI 391 Independent Study in Chinese (permission of the instructor)

Chinese Minor

The Chinese minor consists of five course units, three of which must be taken at The College of New Jersey. A minimum grade of C is required in all courses taken to fulfill the minor requirements. Students are required to take five of the following courses: CHI 103, CHI201, CHI 202, CHI 301 and CHI 302.  Only one course taught in English may count toward the minor.

Studying abroad is not required; however, students interested in the Chinese minor are strongly encouraged to study in China (Taiwan) for at least one semester. Most language courses taken abroad will count for two courses at TCNJ, making it easier to complete your minor requirements and attain a higher level of proficiency in Chinese.

The Self-Designed Major in Chinese Culture and History

It is now possible to petition for a self-designed major in Chinese language, culture and history. Interested students should contact Professor Jiayan Mi.

A self-designed major in Chinese language, culture and history offers students the possibility to undertake in-depth study of the language, culture, history, and society of China. Students will be able to study the geography, history, and culture of China starting at the intermediate level. All courses are taught in Chinese and provide in-depth knowledge of the many dimensions of Chinese culture and civilization, including art, literature, cinema, and business.

Study abroad is an essential part of the Self-Designed Major in Chinese. Students are strongly encouraged to spend a semester or a year in China to perfect their language and to gain in-depth knowledge of its culture.

The Chinese Language Placement Exam

If you have studied Chinese before coming to The College of New Jersey, you will need to contact the Chinese Language Program Advisor and schedule a time to take the Chinese Language Placement Exam.

If you grew up speaking Chinese at home, or have had other informal contact with Chinese, you should also contact the Program Advisor to schedule an exam time.

The exam is done in person, involves both speaking/listening and reading/writing, and takes about 45 minutes.

TCNJ Chinese Culture Club

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