Diploma In Chinese Studies
Introduction(3-year course)
The Diploma in Chinese Studies (CHS), the first of its kind to be offered in a polytechnic in Singapore, was launched in response to the growing demand for graduates well-equippedin competency and knowledge of the Chinese language and culture.Offered in collaboration with the National Institute of Education (NIE)and Zhejiang University City College (ZUCC), the Diploma aims toprepare and equip students for a career in teaching, media, businessor sought-after fields of translation and interpretation.
The programme is conducted predominantly in Chinese. Throughout the three years, curriculum content includes foundational subjects in Chinese language and culture values as well as media studies subjects
.Key Features
All final year students are expected to spend one semester in Zhejiang University City College (ZUCC), China, to gain a greater understanding of Chinese history, literature and media through more advanced studiesand cultural enrichment programmes.
Students interested in the teaching track, upon successful selection by the Ministry of Education (MOE), will be offered an attractive teachingbursary for their entire three-year diploma. In their final year, they will beattached to NIE for modules related to pedagogy for one semester. These students will only need only to spend one more year in NIE, aftergraduating with the Diploma in CHS, to receive their Diploma in Education
(Chinese Specialisation) and become qualified primary school Chinese Language teachers.
Students in the media track will be attached to a media-related company in the area of their career interest or will embark on an industry/ research project, for one semester in their final year.
Diploma In Chinese Studies
Introduction(3-year course) The Diploma in Chinese Studies (CHS), the first of its kindto be offered in a polytechnic in Singapore, was launched in response to the growing demand for graduates well-equippedin competency and knowledge of the Chinese language and culture.Offered in collaboration with the National Institute of Education (NIE)and Zhejiang University City College (ZUCC), the Diploma aims toprepare and equip students for a career in teaching, media, businessor sought-after fields of translation and interpretation.The programme is conducted predominantly in Chinese. Throughout the three years, curriculum content includes foundational subjects in Chinese language and culture values as well as media studies subjects.Key FeaturesAll final year students are expected to spend one semester in Zhejiang University City College (ZUCC), China, to gain a greater understanding of Chinese history, literature and media through more advanced studiesand cultural enrichment programmes. Students interested in the teaching track, upon successful selection by the Ministry of Education (MOE), will be offered an attractive teachingbursary for their entire three-year diploma. In their final year, they will beattached to NIE for modules related to pedagogy for one semester. These students will only need only to spend one more year in NIE, aftergraduating with the Diploma in CHS, to receive their Diploma in Education
(Chinese Specialisation) and become qualified primary school Chinese Language teachers. Students in the media track will be attached to a media-related company in the area of their career interest or will embark on an industry/ research project, for one semester in their final year.
Course Structure
YEAR 1
Introduction to Chinese Cultural History
Introduction to Chinese Drama Theatre
Written Communication in Chinese
Fundamentals of Translation
Social Psychology & Communication
Introduction to Chinese Literature
Chinese Music: Lyrics and Values
Speech Communication in Chinese
Aspects of Chinese Popular Culture
Written Communication in English
YEAR 2
CHOOSE ANY 4 ELECTIVES
Modern Chinese Literature in Asia
Presentation Skills in Chinese
Writing for Chinese Media
Fundamentals of Interpretation
Understanding the Chinese Media (Singapore & the Region)
Global Issues: Singapore Perspectives
Contemporary Chinese Language
New Media Applications
Principles of Marketing Communications
Radio Production
Video Production
Asian Cinema
Acting Workshop
YEAR 3 - CHINA IMMERSION PROGRAMME
Classical Chinese Literature
Contemporary China
Critical Reading & Writing in Chinese
Introduction to Chinese Philosophy
News Writing in Chinese
Readings in Chinese History
Teaching Track
Educational Psychology I
Educational Psychology II
Teaching of Chinese Language
Teaching of Civics & Moral Education
Use of Chinese in Teaching
Teaching Assistantship
Media Track
Industrial Attachment OR Industry/ Research Project
Entry Requirements Entry requirements in the GCE "O" Level examinations (or equivalent) are:
Subject
'O' Level Grade
1. English (EL1) 1-5
2. Higher Chinese (CL1) OR Chinese as a second language 1-4 1-2
3. Any three other subjects excluding CCA 1-6 Candidates who are keen on a teaching career with MOE can apply directly to MOE (
http://www.moe.gov.sg/teach/Olevels.htm) for a teaching bursary which includes full tuition fee and personal allowances. Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend an interview conducted by MOE. SPM / STPM / Unified Examination Certificate (UEC) qualification holders are eligible for the MOE teaching bursary.The aggregate computation for selection is based on grades obtained for English, Mathematics (Grade 1-9),a Humanities subject (Grade 1-9) and two other subjects (excluding CCA). Humanities subjects includeCombined Humanities, Commerce, Commercial Studies, Geography, History, Literature and Principles ofAccouts.