Bachelor in Applied Chinese Linguistics

Applications for the Sep 2027 intake are due by Mar 1, 2027, while tuition fees are 26,000 CNY per year.

The Bachelor in Applied Chinese Linguistics at Peking University is a 4-year program for students who want to study the Chinese language. It helps students learn about language structure, language teaching, and language research.

This program teaches students about phonetics, syntax, and semantics. Students also learn how to teach Chinese as a foreign language, and how to analyze language data using computers.

Graduates of this program can become language teachers, translators, interpreters, or language testers. They can work in schools, companies, or government agencies, helping people communicate in Chinese.

Peking University (PKU) in Beijing is widely regarded as one of China’s top universities, celebrated for academic excellence, influential research, and a historic, picturesque campus. PKU offers a broad spectrum of programs across the sciences, social sciences, humanities, and professional fields, attracting leading scholars and motivated students. Its reputation for rigorous scholarship and interdisciplinary study makes PKU a focal point for ambitious domestic and international students alike.

The university combines strong academics with rich campus life, including hundreds of student associations, cultural festivals, and academic seminars. Signature events like the International Cultural Festival and competitive activities such as music and athletic championships create a vibrant student experience. PKU also supports extensive research opportunities, international collaboration, and language programs that enable students to engage with global academic communities and gain practical experience.

Admissions can be highly competitive for domestic applicants, while international students benefit from structured support services, scholarship options, and dedicated housing arrangements, though on-campus places for internationals are limited and many choose private accommodation nearby. For students seeking a top-tier academic environment in Beijing with abundant extracurricular and research opportunities, PKU offers a prestigious, culturally rich setting that fosters intellectual growth and global engagement.