Chinese Studies and Geography

Lancaster University

At the beginning of the degree, you will be introduced to human, physical and environmental geography. You will develop the skills geographers use to analyse major issues and global concerns. You'll also begin to follow a progressional ladder on an internationally recognised language scale, entering either from beginner or intermediate level and progressing to being proficient in Chinese. In Year 2, you will deepen your knowledge of cultural and political geography, with the opportunity to tailor your interests around a range of human-centric optional modules. As you specialise, you will undertake practical work that aims to enhance your understanding of key topics while developing your analytic and research skills. You'll also develop a range of oral, aural, written and reading skills in an integrated way that embraces techniques of linguistic mediation and the plurilingual contexts of Chinese.