Program Overview

Undergraduate Certificate in Chinese Language

About

The Undergraduate Certificate in Chinese Language focuses on learning Chinese language skills and developing a strong foundation for the effective use of the language socially and professionally. This program should be of particular interest to students considering careers in education, government service, health care, hospitality, international business, journalism, media, or other professions where proficiency in a second language is important.

Learning Outcomes

• Listen and speak effectively in a variety of contexts, including informal conversations and formal business settings.
• Read authentic Chinese texts, such as common street signs, emails, social media posts, short stories, and newspaper articles that convey essential practical and social information.
• Understand the distinctions between Standard Spoken Chinese and Written Chinese, and apply this knowledge to write routine correspondence and short essays that convey basic information on practical and social topics in appropriate writing styles.

Requirements

Certificate in Chinese Language

The Certificate in Chinese Language focuses on learning Chinese language skills and developing a strong foundation for the effective use of the language socially and professionally. This program should be of particular interest to students considering careers in education, government service, health care, hospitality, international business, journalism, media, or other professions where proficiency in a second language is important.

Advising

Please see advising information at the UNLV College of Liberal Arts Wilson Advising Center.

Accreditation

For information regarding accreditation at UNLV, please head over to Academic Program Accreditations.

University Graduation Requirements

To obtain this certificate, you must be a degree-seeking undergraduate student pursuing an approved UNLV bachelor's degree. Please see Graduation Policies for complete information.

Certificate in Chinese Language - Total Credits: 18

Required Courses

Complete 18 credits by taking the courses listed.

An overall 2.0 GPA or higher must be earned in these courses to be awarded the Undergraduate Certificate in Chinese Language.

• CHI 113 - Elementary Chinese I
• CHI 114 - Elementary Chinese II
• CHI 213 - Intermediate Chinese I
• CHI 214 - Intermediate Chinese II
• CHI 301 - Third-Year Chinese: Conversation and Composition
• CHI 302 - Third-Year Chinese: Grammar and Composition

Documents/Downloads

Undergraduate Certificate in Chinese Language

• Plans of Study: NA
• Syllabi:
  • CHI 113: 49 KB
  • CHI 114: 73 KB
  • CHI 213: 91 KB
• Degree Worksheets:
  • 81 KB
  • 3 KB
• Careers: NA
• Graduate Handbooks: NA
• Additional Downloads: NA
• Related Links: NA

Contacts

Department of World Languages and Cultures

The Department of World Language and Cultures emphasizes linguistic, cultural, and critical skills to give students the foundation needed to understand other cultures. These essential skills enable our graduates to pursue a wide range of careers in an increasingly global environment.

College of Liberal Arts

The College of Liberal Arts offers students a well-rounded education in the humanities and social sciences. Students develop strong analytical and communication skills for a lifetime of learning and discovery that can be applied to a wide variety of careers.