Minor in Chinese Studies

Minor

 

The Chinese Studies minor encourages students to develop a deeper understanding of China by pursuing Chinese language learning as well as content courses on Chinese history, society, culture, philosophy, religion, and literature. 
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Curriculum

To earn a minor in Chinese Studies, you’ll be expected to complete the following requirements:

  • Intermediate to Advanced Chinese Language proficiency, usually demonstrated by three courses that reach intermediate to advanced level (minimum 3/3 units)
  • 2000- or 3000-level content courses focusing on China (minimum 2/3 units)
  • Capstone course/experience (minimum 1/3 units)

In addition to courses on campus, the Taiwan HUA Project Center offers three experiential content courses in one term that can be used toward the minor.

 

 

Learn More about the Chinese Studies Minor
Required Courses
Explore Minor Curriculum

Declaring Your Minor

Students interested in pursuing the Chinese Studies minor should speak with Professor Jennifer Rudolph to find out more; she will advise you, help you track your progress, and sign your Minor Approval Form. Students can declare the minor directly in WorkDay. 

Because native speakers of Mandarin are not eligible to take Chinese language courses at WPI, this minor is designed primarily for Chinese language learners. However, native speakers of Chinese who are interested in pursuing a Chinese Studies minor via content courses should contact Professor Jennifer Rudolph for approval and to develop a plan.

Chinese Minor Approval Form
Humanities & Arts Department