Chinese
San Francisco, California, United States
The Chinese MA program at San Francisco State University offers an in-depth exploration of one of the world's oldest civilizations, fostering a broad cultural understanding and encouraging students to view contemporary global issues through a Chinese cultural lens. The program emphasizes linguistic proficiency, cultural literacy, and critical analysis, preparing students for diverse careers related to China and Chinese language studies.
- San Francisco, California, United States
- 1 year
- On Campus
- ₹8,76,160/Year
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Program Overview
The Chinese MA program at San Francisco State University offers an in-depth exploration of one of the world's oldest civilizations, fostering a broad cultural understanding and encouraging students to view contemporary global issues through a Chinese cultural lens. The program emphasizes linguistic proficiency, cultural literacy, and critical analysis, preparing students for diverse careers related to China and Chinese language studies.
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Class Size
400 Students
Key Features
Specializations Available
AI/ML, Systems, Theory, Human-Computer Interaction
Research Opportunities
Access to cutting-edge research labs and industry partnerships
Admission Requirements
PTE Academic
59.0
Key Dates
Application Start time & Deadline
Starting 2026-01-01
Apply before 2125-04-18
Starting 2025-08-01
Apply before 2125-04-18
Program Start
Jan-26, October2026-2025, August 2026-2026
Programme Structure
Courses include:Modern Chinese LiteratureClassical Chinese LiteratureTesting & Assessment in Teaching/Learning Chinese as a Second LanguageApplied Linguistics and Teaching ChineseMaterials Development for Teaching ChineseSemantics and Morphology
Program Highlights
- Comprehensive curriculum covering all key topics
- Hands-on projects and real-world case studies
- Expert faculty with industry experience
- Career support and placement assistance
Academic Requirements
GPA
3.0
English Language Requirements
PTE Academic
59.0
Overall ScoreAdditional Requirements
Applicants must demonstrate advanced proficiency in spoken Mandarin and written Chinese, familiarity with major Chinese literary and cultural figures, foundational linguistics training, and basic reading skills in classical Chinese. Admission requires a baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution, a 500-word English statement of purpose, a Chinese-language statement covering similar content, two recommendation letters, and proof of good academic standing. Additional language proficiency assessments may be required.
Course Fees
₹8,76,160/Year
Annual Fee
1 year
Total Duration
Living Costs
No Living costs available.
University Scholarships
No University Scholarships Available
External Scholarships
Rochelle Nicolette Perry Memorial Scholarship
N/A
Amount
1250 USD
Deadline
Not specified
Organization of American States (OAS) Academic Scholarship Program
N/A
Amount
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Master's Scholarship
N/A
Amount
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Denise Halbach Performance Scholarship
N/A
Amount
2000 USD
Deadline
15 Apr 2025
Thomas Jefferson Prize in United States History
N/A
Amount
300 EUR
Deadline
Anytime
Eligibility Requirements
No Eligibility Requirements Available
Application Process
No Application Steps Available
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