What students say about Chinese...

The reason I chose to study Chinese was a curiosity about the culture and my interest in martial arts. I also like a challenge and thought that if I can conquer Chinese, anything is possible!

- Fia Auapaau: 100-level student

To me, learning Chinese has never been as hard as most people believe. Grammatically, it’s comparatively simple, and although the characters may seem difficult at first, you quickly discover the logic behind them. I’ve been learning Japanese since high school and have found that learning both languages is mutually beneficial, as you can see the origins of many Japanese words in Chinese characters.

- Joey Tarlton: 300-level student

China is a fantastic place to visit, and being able to speak the language adds a whole dimension to travelling there. It is very rewarding when you can converse with the Chinese people, find out about their lives and tell them about yours.

- Vanessa Green: BA – Chinese, BSc (Hons) – Chemistry