Chinese Language and Literature - BA

Hunter Core Requirement

Several courses within this major may fulfill parts of the Hunter Core Requirement (CUNY Common Core Requirement [CCCR], Concurrent Requirements). When selecting courses, it may be to a student’s advantage to choose courses that count toward the Hunter Core Requirement and also advance the student on the path to the major. Details on the Hunter Core Requirement can be found here: Hunter Core Requirement .

Please note that no more than two courses from any one department will count for the CUNY Common Core Requirement.

Courses Required for the Major (24-30 credits)

The major in Chinese language and literature consists of 24-30 credits chosen from the following CHIN-prefixed courses, 24 of which must be from courses above the 100-level. Courses must be taken in the sequence described below.  Students who demonstrate proficiency in Chinese through a placement exam may be exempted from some courses.

• CHIN 10100 - Elementary Chinese I
• CHIN 10200 - Elementary Chinese II
• CHIN 20100 - Intermediate Chinese I
• CHIN 20200 - Intermediate Chinese II
• CHIN 30100 - Journalistic Chinese Literature I
• CHIN 30200 - Journalistic Chinese Literature II
• CHIN 30300 - Classical Chinese Literature I
• CHIN 30400 - Classical Chinese Literature II
• CHIN 30700 - Classical Chinese Poetry
• CHIN 40100 - Advanced Studies in Chinese Literature
• CHIN 40200 - Independent Study in Chinese Literature

Teacher Education Pathway

Students planning to teach this subject in grades 7-12 should look at the School of Education: Program List  for information about their programs that lead to the recomendation for New York State Initial Certification required to be a lead teacher in NYS public schools.

Minor in Chinese

The minor in Chinese consists of 12 credits. Students must take 4 courses at or above the CHIN 200 level taught in Chinese. Course prerequisites must be satisfied. Internships and independent studies do not count toward the minor. Consult the Chinese program adviser for appropriate course recommendations.

Advanced Placement and Exemptions

Students who elect to take Chinese as their required language and have studied the language abroad or at home must consult the head of the Chinese Division for advanced placement or exemptions. The Chinese program does not offer proficiency tests.

Electives

All courses, unless otherwise stated in course descriptions, are open to qualified students majoring in other disciplines.

Chinese: Other Courses

Degree Map for Chinese Language and Literaure

Degree Map for Chinese Language and Literature