For native Chinese speakers, you will typically need an upper second-class honours degree or an international equivalent in any subject.

 For non-native Chinese speakers: an upper second-class honours degree (or international equivalent) in Chinese Studies (or similar); or completion of a full undergraduate or postgraduate programme at a prestigious Chinese institution.

 Non-native Chinese speakers who have not completed a Chinese/Mandarin bachelor's may be required to demonstrate proficiency through a translation test.

 Non-traditional qualifications/routes may also be considered.

 If you are currently completing a degree, we understand that your final grade may be higher than the interim grades or module/unit grades you have achieved during your studies to date. We will consider your application if your interim grades are currently slightly lower than the programme's entry requirements and may make you an aspirational offer. This offer would be at the standard level, so you would need to achieve the standard entry requirements by the end of your degree. Specific module requirements would still apply.

 We will also consider your application if your final overall achieved grade is slightly lower than the programme's entry requirement. If your achieved grade is lower than our entry requirements, your application may be more likely to receive an offer if you have additional relevant work experience or qualifications. If you have at least one of the following, please include your CV (curriculum vitae / résumé) when you apply, showing:

 * evidence of significant, relevant work experience: minimum one year, paid. For native Chinese speakers, acceptable sectors include: work experience relevant to English language, eg teaching English or working for a company using English. For non-native Chinese speakers: acceptable sectors include: work experience relevant to the Chinese language, eg working as a translator or working for a company using Chinese. A translation test may be used to determine proficiency.

 * a relevant postgraduate qualification.

 See international equivalent qualifications on the International Office website.

 Admissions Statement Read the programme admissions statement for important information on entry requirements, the application process and supporting documents required.

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 English language requirements If English is not your first language, you will need to reach the requirements outlined in our profile level C.

 Further information about English language requirements and profile levels .