Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Language Studies (Chinese Major/English Major)

Overview

Programme Aims

Programme Features

Programme Structure

Internship   One of the University’s missions is to foster students’ whole-person development so that they can become competent. Students are required to complete the internship programme organised by the Faculty for experiential learning enrichment and fulfillment of the graduation requirement. Internship is optional and non-credit bearing for Senior year entrants.

Programme Activites

Employment Highlights

Employment Status (2021)

66.7%

Employed

33.3%

Further Studies and Other 

 

CHEUNG Sin Yee “As a sports reporter in a local online news portal for five years, I am fortunate to have the opportunity to graduate from the BA(Lang Studies) Chinese Major programme, which has taught me the importance of mastering good language competency. The foundation writing techniques attained from my undergraduate studies, such as the selection of precise vocabulary for presenting my thoughts and organisational skills in writing, have contributed to the success of my career. "   Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Language Studies (Chinese Major) - 2017 Graduate KWAN Ying Ying Winco “The BA(Lang Studies) curriculum is well-designed for students and offers us adequate opportunities to learn modern languages, including French, Korean and Japanese. Throughout my studies, I was glad to polish my Modern Languages proficiencies with professional international tutors and able to discover the beauty of foreign cultures. Meanwhile, I had a great internship experience at a local Cantonese lexicographic project (Words.hk) in the territory. My Intern supervisors benefited me by sharing their front-line expertise in utilising the subject knowledge of linguistics in practical use. The internship experience at Words.hk paved a solid foundation for me to pursue further studies in related fields after graduation."   Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Language Studies (English Major) - 2020 Graduate

Remarks:
Field Experience, internship, overseas trips and immersion may be affected by the pandemic situation. Appropriate alternative arrangements will be made if outbound activities are suspended. 

Important Note:

The Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Language Studies (BA[Lang Studies]) programme offers two major tracks: Chinese Major and English Major. Each major track is treated as an independent choice for admission purposes.

• For BA(Lang Studies) Chinese Major Applicants:
  Applicants who have obtained Level 2 or above in Chinese Literature will have an advantage.This programme requires high Chinese language proficiency. The HKDSE Chinese Language requirement cannot be substituted.
• For BA(Lang Studies) English Major Applicants:
  Applicants who have obtained Level 2 or above in Literature in English will have an advantage.

Disclaimer:

• Every effort has been made to ensure that information contained in this website is correct. Changes to any aspects of the programmes may be made from time to time due to unforeseeable circumstances beyond our control and the University reserves the right to make amendments to any information contained in this website without prior notice. The University accepts no liability for any loss or damage arising from any use or misuse of or reliance on any information contained in this website.
• Any aspect of the course and course offerings (including, without limitation, the content of the course and the manner in which the course is taught) may be subject to change at any time at the sole discretion of the University. Without limiting the right of the University to amend the course and its course offerings, it is envisaged that changes may be required due to factors such as staffing, enrolment levels, logistical arrangements, curriculum changes, and other factors caused by unforeseeable circumstances. Tuition fees, once paid, are non-refundable.
• Students admitted into this programme starting from the 2023/24 cohort are required to visit the Greater Bay Area (GBA) for a short trip (e.g. 1-day or 2-day 1-night trip) in order to complete the Cross-Faculty Core Course. While the GBA trip is heavily subsidised, students are still required to contribute 18% of the best estimated cost of the trip ("student contribution"), whereas personal entertainment, meals expenses, travel document fee and personal insurance costs will not be supported. The estimated cost of the GBA trip for students admitted to the 2023/24 cohort is not available yet as it is subject to a variety of factors such as changes to the cost of the GBA trip as a result of inflation, trip duration, traveling expenses, the exchange rate, etc. The exact amount of student contribution is thus not available.
• Students admitted into this programme starting from the [2024/25 or 2025/26] cohort are required to visit the Greater Bay Area (GBA) for a short trip (e.g. 1-day or 2-day 1- night trip) in order to complete the Cross-Faculty Core Course. While the GBA trip is heavily subsidised, students are still required to contribute 18% of the estimated cost of the trip ("student contribution"), whereas personal entertainment, meals expenses, travel document fee and personal insurance costs will not be supported. The estimated cost of the GBA trip for students admitted to the [2024/25 or 2025/26] cohort is not available yet as it is subject to a variety of factors such as changes to the cost of the GBA trip as a result of inflation, trip duration, traveling expenses, the exchange rate, etc. The exact amount of student contribution is thus not available.