About the Programme
中文系是分校最早开设的专业之一,自成立以来,除了继承厦门大学的优良传统外,也受益于本部中文系、历史系、哲学系的优秀师资。学生就读期间,可以广泛而深入地了解中国语言、 文学、历史、哲学与文化,并能把所学的知识灵活地应用于研究与工作实践中。分校独特的英语、汉语双语环境也培养了学生跨文化交际的能力,以及适应多元文化、多元社会的能力。
中文系积极筹办各类学术与就业讲座,创办有系刊《嘤鸣》, 出版过文学刊物《如是》等。这些活动开阔了学生的学术视野, 也为就业做了必要的准备。
中文系毕业生在教育、传媒、文化与商业等领域拥有良好的就业前景。学业上可选择厦门大学本部及中国与世界知名大学就读研究生,也可选择在分校继续研修硕士与博士课程。
The Chinese Studies programme is one of the earliest programmes established at the Xiamen University Malaysia (XMUM). Since its founding, it has not only inherited the fine traditions of Xiamen University but has also benefited from the excellent faculty members in the Departments of History, and Philosophy at the main campus. During their studies, students can gain both broad and in-depth knowledge of Chinese language, literature, history, philosophy, and culture, and apply what they have learned flexibly in research and practical work. The XMUM's unique bilingual environment, with both English and Chinese, also helps students develop cross-cultural communication skills and the ability to adapt to a multicultural and diverse society.
The Chinese Studies actively organises various academic and career-oriented lectures and has launched its own departmental journal, Yingming, as well as a literary publication, Rushi. These activities broaden students' academic horizons and help prepare them for their future careers.
Graduates of the Chinese Studies enjoy strong employment prospects in fields such as education, media, culture, and business. Academically, they can choose to pursue graduate studies at Xiamen University or other prestigious universities in China and around the world. Alternatively, they may continue their master's or doctoral studies at the XMUM.
Programme Highlights
- 全方位的课程:系统学习中国语言、文学、历史、思想与文化
- 优质的师资:来自中国和全世界的知名大学
- 独特的教育理念:知行合一
- 纯正的文化体验:有机会前往厦门、北京等城市实地了解中国
- 完美的教育衔接:有机会在本校或者厦门大学本部继续学习深造
- Comprehensive Curriculum: A systematic study of Chinese language, literature, history, philosophy, and culture.
- High-Quality Faculty: Lecturers from renowned universities in China and around the world.
- Unique Educational Philosophy: Integration of knowledge and practice.
- Authentic Cultural Experience: Opportunities to visit cities such as Xiamen and Beijing for an immersive understanding of China.
- Seamless Educational Continuity: Opportunities to continue advanced studies at the branch campus or Xiamen University's main campus.
Career Opportunities
- 新闻、编辑、中文教育、人文科研、对外交流、戏剧创作、广告营销、商业文案、公共关系等
- Journalism
- Editing
- Chinese Language Education
- Humanities Research
- International Exchange
- Drama Creation
- Advertising and Marketing
- Business Copywriting
- Public Relations, etc.
Entry Requirements
| Qualification | Requirement |
| STPM | A pass in STPM with at least a Grade C (GP 2.0) in any 2 subjects |
| A-Level | A pass in A-Level with at least a Grade D in any 2 subjects |
| UEC | A pass in UEC with at least a Grade B in 5 subjects |
| Foundation / Matriculation | A pass in Foundation/Matriculation with at least a CGPA of 2.0 out of 4.0 |
| Diploma (in a relevant field) | A pass in Diploma with at least a CGPA of 2.0 out of 4.0 |
| AND | Chinese Language - a credit in SPM or a Grade B6 in UEC or HSK Level 5 (minimum score of 210) or the equivalent |
*For other equivalent qualifications, please consult our programme counsellor.
Main Courses
- Chinese Language 现代汉语
- Introduction to Chinese History
- 中国历史导论
- History of Chinese Literature Part One:Pre-Qin to Tang and Wudai
- 中国文学史1:先秦至唐五代
- Chinese Academic Writing 中文学术写作
- Introduction to Chinese Thought and Culture
- 中国思想与文化导论
- History of Chinese Literature Part Two:
- Song to Qing Period
- 中国文学史2:宋元明清
- Introduction to Linguistics 语言学概论
- Teaching in Chinese Language 中文教学
- Major Elective (Choose any 2 in sem 1)
- Major Elective (Choose any 1 in sem 2)
- Introduction to Literary Theory 文学概论
- Modern and Contemporary Chinese Literature
- 中国现当代文学
- Research Methods 研究方法
- Technology in Chinese Education 中文教育技术
- Major Elective (Choose any 4 in sem 1)
- Major Elective (Choose any 4 in sem 2)
- Thesis 毕业论文
- Industrial Training 实习
- Major Elective (Choose any 3 in sem 1)
1. Linguistics
- Chinese Grammar 汉语语法
- Chinese Lexicology 汉语词汇
- Chinese Phonetics 汉语语音
- Chinese Rhetoric 汉语修辞
- Chinese Dialectology 汉语方言学
- Introduction to Global Mandarin 全球华语导论
- Introduction to Sociolinguistics 社会语言学导论
- Introduction to Applied Linguistics 应用语言学导论
- Classical Chinese 古代汉语
- Advanced Chinese: Enriching Vocabulary, Phonetics and Grammar 高级汉语(上)
- Advanced Chinese: Upskilling Rhetoric, Reading and Writing 高级汉语(下)
- Chinese Characters 汉字学
- Korea Language and Culture 韩语与文化
2. Literature
- Selected Works of Classical Chinese Literature Part One 历代文学作品选上
- Selected Works of Classical Chinese Literature Part Two历代文学作品选下
- Literature of the Nobility during the Six Dynasties 六朝士族文学
- Selected Works of Chinese Classical Poetry 中国古诗词曲选
- Selected Poetry of Chinese Female Writers 中国女性作家诗作选
- Theory and Practice of Literary Criticism 文学批评理论与实践
- Topics on Malaysian Chinese Literature 马华文学专题
- Selected Readings in Modern and Contemporary Chinese Literature 中国现当代文学作品选
- Selected Topics on World Chinese Literature 世界华文文学专题
3. History
- Shiji (Historical Records) 史记
- History of Ancient China Part One: From the Spring-Autumn to the Five Dynasties (770BC--960AD) 中国古代史(上)
- History of Ancient China Part Two: From Song to Qing (960AD-1912) 中国古代史(下)
- Prosperous Tang Dynasty: Politics and Society 大唐盛世:政治与社会
- Topics in Overseas Chinese 华人华侨专题
- Modern Chinese History (after 1912) 中国近现代史
- Introduction to International Politics 国际政治导论
- History of Chinese Political System中国政治制度史
- International Relations of Southeast Asia since WWII 当代东南亚国际关系
4. Philosophy
- History of Chinese Thoughts 中国思想史
- Introduction to Chinese Philosophy 中国哲学导论
- Classics in Chinese Philosophy 中国哲学原著
5. Others
- Creative Thinking and Writing 创意思维与写作
- Critical Thinking 批判性思维
- Cross-Cultural Communication 跨文化交际
- Introduction to Chinese Culture 中国文化导论
- Introduction to Sinology: Confucian Classics and Traditional Historiography 经史导读
- Technology and Culture: Science Fiction, Video Games and Social Media 科技与文化:科幻电影、 游戏与社交媒体