BA (Hons) Film Studies and Chinese

Chinese can be studied at joint honours level in combination with another language or a variety of other subjects, with both subjects studied in equal proportions. This courses will provide you with advanced skills in the Mandarin language and a broad range of specialised and detailed insights into Chinese culture, society and history. The degree has language at the heart of it, with core modules developing the key oral, aural and written skills every year. These modules also foster cultural awareness, which you will need for your year abroad, and later on, for the world of work.The Film Studies part of this degree combines critical and creative work and practice, depending on your interests and career plans. At Bangor, we are committed to teaching in small groups and to the majority of our modules being delivered through weekly workshops and seminars.Why choose Bangor University for this course?School of Modern Languages and Cultures:Bangor’s School of Modern Languages and Cultures consistently ranks amongst the highest rated schools in its subject area in the National Student Survey.Our size means that we offer learning on a human scale, in small classes, where you get to know the staff and your fellow students.At the same time, our very large and varied range of modules enables you to tailor your degree to your personal needs.We work closely with Bangor University’s Confucius Institute in order to run exciting events about Chinese language and culture.Bangor's Modern Language graduates have a very good track record in gaining employment.Degree structures are flexible, allowing you to change your degree at the end of Year one if you wish.School of Creative Studies and Media:The School of Creative Studies and Media is unique in its close integration of critical and theoretical approaches with hands-on creative practice. Students in the School have the opportunity at all levels to combine a study of their chosen field with practice-based outcomes such as writing, performance, and media/digital media production.The School specialises in a number of key areas: Professional Writing and Journalism; Media and Digital Communication; Film Studies; Performance Studies; Creative and Media Practice. The School has research interests in all areas of Film Studies, with research programmes running in several key areas.We have excellent links with theatre companies, newspapers and the television industry.Many members of staff in the School are practising professionals and consultants.The School has a fully-equipped media centre with editing suites, production studios, media and digital media equipment.Bangor is the site for a range of Creative Industries conferences, video conferences and events.