Chinese and International Communication BA Honours

Program Overview

Chinese and International Communication BA Honours

Overview

Our Chinese and International Communication BA develops your knowledge of the Chinese language and culture, and develops your communication skills for the professional global environment.

Course Details

• Attendance: Full-time - September 2025
• UK Fees: £9,535 *
• International Fees: £17,000 *
• Duration: 3 or 4 years
• Campus: Regent, Central London

Course Summary

Our course helps you to achieve a good or high level of linguistic proficiency in Chinese in reading, writing, listening and speaking. It also gives you insight into and practice in communicating internationally as well as mediating between English and Chinese speakers.

Course Structure

The following modules are indicative of what you will study on this course.

• Year 1:
  • Interpersonal and Intercultural Communication
  • Introduction to the Study of Language and Culture
  • Objects and Meaning: The Social Life of Material Culture
  • The Chinese World and the Word
  • World Varieties of English
• Year 2:
  • Difference and the Visual: Representation, Meaning and Identity
  • Expressions of Chinese Culture
  • Language in the Public Space
  • Multilingual e-Collaboration: Transposing Current Affairs
  • Understanding Culture: Chinese Studies in Focus
• Placement Year:
  • Professional experience or study abroad year
• Year 3:
  • Final Year Project
  • Identities on the Move: Chinese Studies in Focus
  • Mediation in International Contexts
  • Multilingualism in Society: Theory and Practice
  • Professionalising International Communication
  • Sex Strike: Gender and Protest
  • Themes in Contemporary Chinese Studies
  • Work Placement for Humanities

Professional Recognition

The University of Westminster is a Higher Education Language partner of the Chartered Institute of Linguists.

Entry Requirements

• UK:
  • A Levels – BCC (104 UCAS Tariff points)
  • T levels – 104 UCAS Tariff points
  • International Baccalaureate – 104 UCAS Tariff points from all components of the Diploma Programme
  • BTEC Extended Diploma – DMM
  • BTEC Diploma – D*D
  • Access – 104 UCAS Tariff points from the Access course
• International:
  • International Baccalaureate – 104 UCAS Tariff points from all components of the Diploma Programme
  • We accept a wide range of international high school level qualifications
• English Language Requirements:
  • If your first language is not English, you should have an IELTS score of 6.0 overall, with a score of 5.5 in each component

Fees and Funding

• UK Tuition Fee: £9,535 (Price per academic year)
• International Tuition Fee: £17,000 (Price per academic year)
• Additional Costs: You should budget £50 for additional materials at Level 4, £50 at Level 5 and £50 at Level 6

Teaching and Assessment

• Teaching Methods: Lectures, seminars, workshops, problem-based and blended learning, and where appropriate practical application
• Assessment Types: Practical, written exams, coursework

Supporting You

• Study Support: Workshops, 1-2-1 support and online resources to help improve your academic and research skills
• Personal Tutors: Support you in fulfilling your academic and personal potential
• Student Advice Team: Provide specialist advice on a range of issues including funding, benefits and visas
• Extra-Curricular Activities: Volunteering opportunities, sports and fitness activities, student events and more

Course Location

• Regent Campus: Comprised of two sites, situated on and around Regent Street – one of the most famous and vibrant streets in London.