Overview

The Arts - Chinese degree at Massey University teaches Chinese culture and language and will help you establish a career in foreign diplomacy, business or finance.

The relationship between China and New Zealand grows stronger every year. China is a core global player at the hub of the Asia-Pacific region, and a leader in overseas relations. New Zealand is home to many ethnic Chinese.

The multicultural nature of society makes it important to learn about new languages and cultures. Our digital study materials are relevant to our Australasian students, so you’ll gain skills applicable to your own communities.

Career

More and more skilled graduates in Chinese are needed to work in areas such as:

diplomacy
health care
international business
secondary teaching
tourism
immigration and customs
foreign affairs.

If you’re planning a career in these areas you’re encouraged to include Chinese in your degree to give yourself a competitive edge in the job market.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Ancient Chinese World pre-republic (1912)

Contemporary Chinese Society in Literature and Film

Chinese

Translation

Theory

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-07-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-19 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-02-23 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-31 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-02-05 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-07-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-05-01 00:00:00 , International

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Applications will be considered after these dates if spaces are available.

Language

English

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Credits

360 alternative credits

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Palmerston North, New Zealand

Disciplines

Linguistics Asian studies View 4 other Bachelors in Linguistics in New Zealand

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Birth certificate
Current passport
Residency visa

Citizenship certificate
To be admitted to an undergraduate qualification, you will need a minimum level of academic achievement from school, or another university or tertiary institution. The specific level depends on which country or region of the world you are from.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

34220 NZD / year

≈ 34220 NZD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

7415 NZD / year

≈ 7415 NZD / year

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Arts - Chinese.

Available Scholarships

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