Chinese, Minor

The Chinese minor focuses on two specific outcomes: developing students’ linguistic proficiency and broadening their insights into Chinese culture so that students may engage in meaningful interactions with Chinese speakers throughout the world. The communication skills and transcultural awareness that students develop throughout the course of the minor prepare them for a wide range of opportunities and experiences, both in and beyond the classroom.

Complete all courses as outlined below unless otherwise indicated.  A total of five courses is required. A maximum of two transfer courses, including transferable courses taken abroad, may count toward the five courses required for the minor. Study-abroad courses must be approved by the Chinese academic coordinator prior to the semester abroad.  

Required Language Courses

Course List

Code	Title	Hours
Complete four language courses in sequence from the following list:		16
For students with prior knowledge of Chinese, a placement test will determine the appropriate first course. Note: Students who place at or above CHNS 2102 must complete the sequence through CHNS 3102 and take additional courses from the list of electives to fulfill the total credit requirements. For guidance on course selection, students should consult the Chinese academic coordinator.
CHNS 1101	Elementary Chinese 1
CHNS 1102	Elementary Chinese 2
CHNS 2101	Intermediate Chinese 1
or CHNS 2301	Intermediate Chinese Immersion 1
or CHNS 2900	Specialized Instruction in Chinese
CHNS 2102	Intermediate Chinese 2
or CHNS 2302	Intermediate Chinese Immersion 2
or CHNS 2900	Specialized Instruction in Chinese
CHNS 3101	Advanced Chinese 1
or CHNS 3301	Advanced Chinese Immersion 1
or CHNS 3900	Specialized Instruction in Chinese
CHNS 3102	Advanced Chinese 2
or CHNS 3302	Advanced Chinese Immersion 2
or CHNS 3900	Specialized Instruction in Chinese

Electives

Course List

Code	Title	Hours
Complete one or more courses from the following list to reach a total of five courses in the minor.		4
ARCH 2310	History of Chinese Architecture
ASNS 1150	East Asian Studies
CHNS 1944	Cultural Engagement: Dialogue of Civilizations
CHNS 3800	Special Topics in Chinese
CHNS 4800	Special Topics in Chinese
CLTR 1120	Introduction to Languages, Literature, and Culture
HIST 1500	Modern China
HIST 2308	Law, Justice, and Society in Modern China
PHIL 1290	Chinese Philosophy and Religion
POLS 3485	China: Governance and Foreign Policy

GPA Requirement

2.000 GPA required in the minor