The University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire's Chinese certificate aims to deepen your Chinese language proficiency and cultural knowledge of China and Chinese-speaking regions of the world. 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.

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.

What classes do Chinese students take?

Your classes may cover topics like: 

• Foreign civilization and culture 
• Language and intercultural competence 
• Foreign film as cultural expression
• Modern East and Southeast Asia 

Learn more about the Chinese certificate in the UWEC course catalog. 

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