Through Saint Louis University's minor in Chinese, you will learn practical Chinese language knowledge and gain cross-cultural awareness, equipping you with attractive skills for the job market. Take part in invaluable immersive experiences and opportunities that extend beyond textbooks, like cultural events, speech competitions and other extracurricular activities.
A Chinese minor requires 18 credits, out of which six credits must be 3010 and 3020. Students may take any other language, literature, or culture courses in the Chinese Program as electives.
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CHIN 3010 | Proficiency in Chinese I: Language and Culture | 3 |
| CHIN 3020 | Proficiency in Chinese II: Language and Culture | 3 |
| Choose 12 credits of Electives from below: | 12 | |
CHIN 1010 | Elementary Chinese I: Language and Culture | |
CHIN 1020 | Elementary Chinese II: Language and Culture | |
CHIN 2010 | Intermediate Chinese I: Language and Culture | |
CHIN 2020 | Intermediate Chinese II: Language and Culture | |
CHIN 3000 | Oral and Visual Communication in Chinese | |
CHIN 3100 | Modern Chinese Fiction and Film | |
CHIN 3150 | Global Sinophone Fiction and Film | |
| Total Credits | 18 | |
Continuation Standards
All Chinese minor courses must be completed with a grade of C or higher in order to count for the major/minor and for the student to continue in the minor.