Bachelor of Languages - Chinese Language in Canberra Australia | The Australian National University

This program equips students with comprehensive skills in speaking, listening, reading, and writing Standard Modern Chinese (Mandarin). As China's official language and a globally significant tongue, Mandarin's relevance grows alongside China's rising global influence. Mastering Mandarin offers insights into Chinese culture while being a highly sought-after professional skill worldwide. The curriculum also accommodates heritage and background speakers, offering advanced courses like Mandarin translation, Cantonese, and Literary Chinese.

Participants are strongly advised to consider study abroad opportunities in Mandarin-speaking regions, with competitive scholarships available for eligible candidates.

Learning Outcomes
Demonstrate fluent spoken and written Mandarin across formal and informal contexts, employing situationally appropriate vocabulary.
Apply complex grammar rules and sophisticated sentence structures in diverse conversational and textual scenarios.
Engage confidently in spontaneous discussions and written communication on demanding intellectual topics.
Examine key elements of modern Chinese culture, social structures, and political systems.