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Overview
The course focuses on China today and China over the last century. This course offers a unique and vibrant educational experience which equips its students to be global citizens.
Given China’s economic impact and international reach, this course equips its graduates to engage deeply with contemporary China. The multidisciplinary nature of the course can accommodate students from a wide range of backgrounds.
Programme at a glance:
- The programme involves six taught modules (three core, three elective) and a research project. Full-time students take three modules during each of the two terms over one year, and the research project is prepared during the third term. Part-time students take three modules each year over two years, and the research project is prepared during the third term of the second year
- Modules are assessed through a combination of presentations and written assignments
- The dissertation project allows you to showcase the knowledge you have gained in Chinese Studies by specialising in a particular area
- A wide range of optional Mandarin language classes and support, catering for all students from complete beginners to advanced learners
- Weekly lunchtime Mandarin conversation group and reading group
- Active community of professionals, practitioners and researchers, with many China-focused extramural events running throughout the year
More information
Visit official programme websiteProgramme Structure
The course focuses on China today and China over the last century. This course offers a unique and vibrant educational experience which equips its students to be global citizens. The M.Phil. programme offers the opportunity to engage with key aspects of contemporary China, including its political and economic landscape, modern history, society, popular culture and language.
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Deadline passed
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Language
English
Credits
60 ECTS
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Area & Cultural Studies Language Studies Linguistics View 20 other Masters in Linguistics in IrelandAcademic requirements
GPA Your GPA, or Grade Point Average, is a number that indicates how well or how high you scored in your courses on average. Usually a GPA scales between 1.0 and 4.0, however different countries and universities can have different grading systems. Upper Second Class
English requirements
TOEFL® IBT The TOEFL iBT® is given online through the internet at designated testing site. The test measures your English-language abilities in an academic setting. The score refers to the total score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading), each subject has a range of 0 - 30. 88
IELTS The International English Language Test System (IELTS) tests your English-language proficiency on a scale of 1 – 9. The score refers to the combined average score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading). 6.5
PTE Academic PTE Academic (Pearson Test of English Academic) is a language test that enables students to demonstrate their writing, listening, speaking, and reading skills when applying to study in English. The score refers to a total score which ranges between 10 and 90. 63
Other requirements
General requirements
Admission to this course is at graduate level, and applicants will hold a good honours degree (minimum II.1, or a GPA of 3.5, or equivalent from another country) from a recognised university. Applicants must also satisfy the University’s English language requirements. The course is designed for students from a wide range ofbackgrounds. A background in Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences is helpful but not a requirement. The M.Phil. in Chinese Studies is designed to provide a multidisciplinary introduction to the discipline of Chinese Studies without requiring any specific prior knowledge of China or Chinese language proficiency.
Tuition Fee
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International
19414 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 19414 EUR per year and a duration of 12 months. -
EU/EEA
9097 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 9097 EUR per year and a duration of 12 months.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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