The study of Chinese at Macquarie is based on Mandarin. Classes range from absolute beginner to native speakers. You'll gain an understanding of the language as well as knowledge of the society, culture and history of China.

An understanding of Chinese is a useful professional skill that can be especially valuable when combined with a wide range of disciplines including accounting, economics, education, international communication, law, media, politics or science.

Key Features

• Travel scholarships are available for study in China, in a University-run residential course, or under exchange agreements.
• Adding a language to your degree will give you a competitive advantage in the present global environment.
• Develop a strong understanding of the relationship between culture and language and its influence on the evolution of the Chinese language.

• art consultant
• communications coordinator
• community support worker
• cultural adviser
• government and business consultant
• international trade consultant
• journalist
• language teacher (with further study)
• tourism and travel consultant
• translator and interpreter (with further study)