PostgraduatePart-time

Chinese Studies

Bangor UniversityBangor, United Kingdom
Level
Postgraduate
Duration
3-6 years
Mode
Part-time
Subject
Asian Studies
Location
United Kingdom
IELTS
6.5 overall, no part below 6

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Modern Languages offers the possibility to do a PhD/MPhil in Chinese Studies (three years full-time; six years part-time). The School has a long tradition of excellent postgraduate student support, and students will be assigned two supervisors. Students are guaranteed full access to computing facilities (including translation memory software), library provision and all School resources including the film library. There is a dedicated postgraduate study area within the School which students are encouraged to use as often as they can. Research Areas: Chinese history Chinese literature (Classic & Contemporary) Contemporary Chinese Studies: Sino-West Relations; Geopolitics; Images of China (Representations and Self-representations); Chinese films & documentaries; Western films & documentaries on China Teaching Chinese as a Foreign Language Translation Studies (from and into Chinese) Co-supervision of comparative topics within the School can also be offered. Programme Length Full time: 3 years + 1 year writing-up; Part time: 6 years

Entry requirements

Good grades in Bachelor degree and a Masters degree. Previous research experience is essential. Minimum of 65% in undergraduate programme from a recognised university in China (211 university) OR Minimum of 70% in undergraduate programme from a recognised university in China (non 211 university) Mature students: will be considered on a case by case basis. English Language Requirements: IELTS 6.5 (6.0) or equivalent.

English language requirements

IELTS6.5 overall, no part below 6

IELTS 6.5 (6.0)

Fees

UK students: £5,182 per year

Campus

  • Bangor, United Kingdom

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UK Master's are equal to US Master's. Certification courses vary by state (nursing, law etc)so do check with the international office to confirm. Minimum GPA of 3.0 from a reputable university. No GRE requirement, however we do request a personal statement, transcripts and a research proposal where appropriate. Each application is assessed individually. Candidates who require additional studies in order to reach the desired level for entry onto a Masters degree will be considered for an extended Masters degree with incorporated Pre-Masters.*

English language

Entry onto undergraduate and postgraduate programmes is dependent on academic qualifications and English Language Level. Applicants from USA need NOT provide additional evidence of English Language ability, if previous education was with English medium of instruction. Otherwise, an IELTS overall 6.0 with 5.5 in each component or equivalent is normally required (some courses may require a higher score). Details of the English language requirements for courses run at Bangor University International College (BUIC) can be found here. Students from other countries who require advice regarding their qualifications can contact the International Education Centre at: international@bangor.ac.uk * Note: In such cases, candidate details will be shared with Bangor University International College which delivers the 1st year of the 4-year degree course, and Pre-Masters component of the Masters degree course in partnership with Bangor University. Candidate details will not be shared with any other third party organisations. ACT School Code: 7092 SAT School Code: 7200 International Year Zero: High school certificate or equivalent from your home country + IELTS 5.5 (5.5) International Year 1…

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Scholarships at Bangor University

5 for this level
  • Deans Scholarship - Postgraduate Research20% of fees
  • Heads of School Scholarship10% of fees
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  • Refugee Scholarship
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