Overview

This Chinese Buddhist Textual Studies programme at The University of Wales Trinity Saint David will focus on advanced-level engagement with (Classical Chinese) Buddhist texts and the spiritual, cultural and political values and practices that they embody.

Modules will focus on enhancing understanding of Classical Chinese and methodologies such as textual criticism, commentary, and textual analysis, also aspects of Sanskrit and the communication of Buddhist texts through Sanskrit.

Career Opportunities

Possible employment roles for graduates from this programme include:

teachers and educators in a range of settings in both China and the UK;
academic researchers in traditional texts and ancient Chinese texts;
translation work
educational administration and policy
ethical business and commercial ventures
community work and initiatives
voluntary and travel industries
heritage conservation; archive and museum work
corporate and personal coaches/trainers in ancient Chinese ‘wisdom’ and life skills.

The expected employability skills gained by graduates from these programmes are advanced information handling and communication skills; high levels of self and project management; the practical application of high-level skills in textual analysis and interpretation.

Programme Structure

Modules include:

Research Methodologies for the Study of Sinology
Chinese Buddhist Scriptural Studies 1: “Infinite Life Sutra”
Chinese Buddhist Scriptural Studies 2: “Diamond Sutra”
Interpretation of The Four Books
Readings from the Governing Principles of Ancient China
Classical Chinese Texts in English

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-10-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-08-12 00:00:00 , International

Language

Partially taught in English, Partially taught in Chinese (Mandarin)

IELTS

6

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PTE Academic

59

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Lampeter, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Philosophy Asian studies View 65 other Masters in Asian studies in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Required

English requirements

IELTS

6

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59

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Other requirements

General requirements

Each application will be considered on its own merit and will be based upon an interview with relevant teaching staff within the University and the Academy of Sinology.
The bilingual nature of the programme requires a degree of competency in both Chinese and English.

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Tuition Fee

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International

15000 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 15000 GBP per year during 24 months.
National

7800 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 7800 GBP per year during 24 months.

Living costs for Lampeter

660 - 1140 GBP /month

Living costs

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Funding

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