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Bachelor of Arts in Chinese Studies and Education
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Bachelor of Arts in Chinese Studies and Education

Source: https://www.ntu.edu.sg/nie/admissions/undergraduate-education-admissions/undergraduate-programmes/detail/bachelor-of-arts-in-chinese-studies-and-education Parent: https://www.ntu.edu.sg/nie/admissions/undergraduate-education-admissions

Singapore’s education system is widely regarded as one of the best in the world, with the National Institute of Education (NIE) playing a pivotal role in shaping its success. For over 70 years, NIE has been at the forefront of initial teacher preparation and continual professional development, equipping educators with strong disciplinary foundations, pedagogical expertise, and values grounded in educational research. This emphasis on research-led education prepares teachers and students to adapt to a rapidly evolving global and educational landscape.

Situated within this institutional context, the Chinese Studies major offers you a broad and in-depth understanding of the Chinese language, literature, and culture. The programme spans linguistic and writing skills, Chinese classical literature, and modern literature, providing both depth and breadth in the discipline.

Against the backdrop of China’s rise as a global economic powerhouse and the growing worldwide interest in mastering Chinese, the major—offered by the Asian Languages and Cultures department at NIE—aims to equip student teachers with the disciplinary knowledge and cultural understanding necessary for effective teaching and engagement in diverse educational contexts.

NIE is ranked #3 in Asia and #8 globally for Education in the 2025 QS World University Rankings by Subject.

### Unique Features

NIE’s programme comprises courses on specialised subject knowledge in at least one academic discipline, education and pedagogy courses for effective teaching.

Student teachers can gain international perspectives on education, through our International Practicum, Semester Exchange and Service and Leadership Training programmes.

Altruistic virtues are also infused in our curriculum. For example, our student teachers can reach out and render service to the community through our Group Endeavours in Service Learning (GESL) projects. \

### Admission Requirements

Prospective applicants are required to fulfil both NTU/NIE and MOE requirements. For the MOE requirements, please refer to the link below for more information. For the academic discipline requirements, please see the details outlined below.

A pass at GCE 'A' Level in Higher Chinese or Chinese Language \  \ Or \  \ A pass at GCE ‘A’ H3 or H2 Level in Chinese Language \  \ Or \  \ At least a Grade B4 pass at GCE 'AO' Level in Chinese Language \  \ Or \  \ At least a C grade at GCE ‘A’ H1 Level in Chinese Language \  \ Or \  \ At least a Grade B4 pass at GCE 'O' Level in Higher Chinese \  \ Or \  \ A pass at Higher Level Chinese (IB Diploma) or at least a grade 4 at Standard Level Chinese (IB Diploma) \  \ Or \  \ At least an overall CAP of 3.0 for NUS High School Diploma in Higher Chinese \  \ Or \  \ At least a CGPA of 3.0 for Diploma in Chinese Studies at the Ngee Ann Polytechnic \  \ Or \  \ A pass in the Chinese Qualifying Test conducted by NIE if the above requirements are not met.

Important  Note\  \ Meeting the minimum requirement for a specific academic subject does not guarantee the allocation of the academic subject.

Allocation of academic subject is dependent on ranking based on student teachers’ qualifications and results (at the discretion of the departments) as well as the availability of vacancies.

Second Language Requirements\  \ Applicants who do not satisfy the requirements for second language as indicated under the entry requirements may still submit an application for admission. If selected, such applicants will be admitted to the University on a provisional basis. During their programme of study in the University, they will be required to meet the requisite minimum language requirements before they are allowed to graduate.

### Programme Structure & Duration

Graduands will receive a Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Chinese Studies and Education conferred by Nanyang Technological University (NTU).

It is a sponsored undergraduate programme by the Ministry of Education.

NIE's double major degree programme gives recognition to the rigour and depth of content knowledge that NIE undergraduates go through.

### Curriculum

Find out more .

### Minors

In addition to a double major programme, undergraduates will also complete a minor in one of these areas, depending on their teaching track:

Primary Teaching Track:

* Primary Level Subjects must comprise subject knowledge courses from two primary level subjects. For example, a student teacher with 2 teaching subjects (e.g., English and Mathematics) would need to have courses in both English and Mathematics included in the Minor for Primary Level Subjects (NIE).

Secondary Teaching Track:

Please note that these minors are exclusive to NIE student teachers only.

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