CHINESE & INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS / SÍNIS & GNÓ IDIRNÁISIÚNTA DT565
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Qualification awarded: BA (CHINESE & INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS) Level 8 / BA (SÍNIS & GNÓ IDIRNÁISIÚNTA) Leibhéal 8
Duration of programme:
4 years
Type of programme:
Honours Degree
Number of places:
15 approx.
What is Chinese & International Business?
As China emerges as a superpower in the world of international trade, it is increasingly important for Ireland to have home-grown graduates fluent in Chinese and familiar with Chinese culture and business. The honours degree in Chinese & International Business will provide graduates with the language and business skills either to work in China or to work with organisations that do business with China. 50% of the programme is devoted to Mandarin Chinese and 50% to business subjects.
Applicants should note that Chinese is offered at beginner’s level only. This programme is not designed for native or fluent Mandarin speakers.
What will I study on this programme?
The programme is shared equally between the School of Languages and the School of Marketing at the DIT. This means that you will study Chinese and also have a broad level of exposure to the world of international business. You will benefit from the international reputation, experience and knowledge of both schools. You take up Chinese at beginner’s level and study it intensively, spending 11 class hours per week learning the language and understanding the culture. This will enable you to achieve the standard of language competence necessary to spend Year 3 in China. Placing you in a total immersion situation gives you the best possible opportunity to attain a high level of fluency in the language and prepares you to communicate proficiently in a Chinese business environment. On graduation, you will be able to find employment in a variety of businesses using your language skills. You will also take a full range of business subjects which will equip you to embark on a career in international business.
What are my career opportunities?
In view of the increasing globalisation of world markets and the commercial and trading importance of China it is essential that students develop the linguistic, cultural, critical thinking and business skills required. Students who successfully complete the programme will be equipped to play a key role in companies and organisations seeking out new markets and/or expanding within them. Graduates will be equally well suited to the demands of all business organisations from small and medium-sized enterprises to multinational concerns. This undergraduate programme also provides an ideal foundation for further studies or research.
What other options do I have after completion?
Students who have reached the appropriate honours standards may have access to a range of Masters Degrees in DIT and elsewhere in Higher Education.
Module listing
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Year 1
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Language modules:
Business Modules:
The following IT Support Modules (non-examinable) may be taken at any stage in the course of the programme:
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| Year 2 |
Language modules:
Business Modules:
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| Year 3 |
Students will spend their 3rd year in a partner university in Asia (China or Taiwan) |
| Year 4 |
Language modules:
Business Modules:
The following IT Support Modules (non-examinable) may be taken at any stage in the course of the programme:
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Are there study abroad opportunities?
The 3rd year of the programme is spent at a partner university in Asia (China or Taiwan).
What our students say!
Jeni Assandey Nguessan (DT565 Year 1 Student): Just a short note to say thank you very much for this year. Thank you for pushing us so hard, I never thought I‘d be able to read and write in Chinese it really is a dream come true. There were difficult times but thank you for everything you are a great teacher.
Entry Requirements
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Minimum no of |
Minimum Grade in |
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Subjects |
Honours |
Maths |
English/Irish |
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6 |
2 |
OD3 |
OD3 |
Further information
School of Languages
T: 01 402 2843/4673
F: 01 402 4987
