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UWEC's Chinese certificate aims to deepen your Chinese language proficiency and cultural knowledge of China and Chinese-speaking regions in the world. 

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Learn About the Chinese Language and Culture

The certificate is a beneficial credential to demonstrate your investment in and knowledge of Chinese and is an excellent complement to a wide variety of majors and minors.

Throughout the program, you'll be immersed in the language and culture of China. Courses include study in basic grammar and vocabulary, with practical application to all language skills, including listening, speaking, translating, reading, writing, and Chinese calligraphy. Upon completion of the program, students are expected to reach novice-high or intermediate-low proficiency in Chinese.

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Degree Level undergraduate
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Unique Electives

The ability to explore a variety of topics within the Chinese certificate allows you to personalize your education and discover new passions. Learn about the history of China, explore Chinese traditions and customs or study Chinese culture through various genres of film.

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State-of-the-Art Technology

Practice what you learn in class in our language lab and the Roma Hoff Instructional Resource Center. These facilities are filled with sound and video programs, films, games, and computer software to help enhance your Chinese language proficiency. 

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Study Abroad Experiences

See Chinese business, culture, politics, history, religion, and society firsthand during a three-week study abroad experience in China. Not only is this an excellent way to become more fluent in Chinese, but the incredible experience also counts for course credit.

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Nationally Recognized Program
The Chinese program was awarded the Global Engagement Initiative Award, noting its excellence in providing students with guest speakers, research opportunities, and cultural activities in the community.
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What can I do

Where can the Chinese program lead me after graduation?

Knowing multiple languages is highly valued by employers, making this degree a sought-after one. Our alumni go on to pursue a variety of interesting and rewarding careers and are well-prepared for graduate school.

Example Careers

  • Tourism
  • Social Services
  • Government
  • Education
  • Global Higher Education
  • Translation and Interpretation
  • Library or Museum work
  • Consulting/Strategic Communications
  • International Business
  • Health Professions
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After completing the Chinese certificate from UW-Eau Claire, your perspective of the world will be enriched with the Chinese language and culture. Using the language, you will be able to converse about familiar or everyday topics, present information to an audience, and describe Chinese cultural practices while comparing them with your own culture.

Here are a few courses in Chinese at UW-Eau Claire.

CHIN 101

Beginning Chinese

An introduction to the language and culture of China. Includes basic grammar with practical application to all language skills: listening, speaking, reading, writing.

CHIN 202

Intermediate Chinese

Continuation of Chinese 201.

CHIN 301

Technology and Sustainability in China

This course is designed to improve students’ Chinese language proficiency (listening, speaking, reading, writing) and cultural understanding through a variety of topics on technology and sustainability. Class delivery will be interactive and students will be encouraged to draw on their academic interests and personal experiences in discussions and projects.

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