Chinese Language — study plan
King Saud University College of Language Sciences (Languages and Translation)
- Credit hours
- 129
- Levels
- 8
- Courses
- 49
- Degree
- bachelor
The Chinese Language study plan at King Saud University is an accredited bachelor programme spanning about 4 years (8 academic levels), requiring 129 credit hours across 49 courses of required and elective study. The table below lists the courses and their credit hours for each level.
Common First Year 16 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ENGL 100 | English Language | 6 |
| NHG 101 | University Skills | 1 |
| STAT 102 | Introduction to Statistics | 3 |
| TQN 102 | Computer Skills | 3 |
| FGB 101 | Fitness and Health Culture | 3 |
Second Level 17 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ARB 118 | Reading Skills | 2 |
| CHI 160 | Listening 1 | 2 |
| CHI 161 | Writing 1 | 3 |
| CHI 162 | Reading 1 | 3 |
| CHI 163 | Grammar 1 | 3 |
| CHI 165 | Phonetics 1 | 2 |
| CHI 166 | Speaking 1 | 2 |
Third Level 17 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ARB 140 | Writing Skills | 2 |
| CHI 260 | Listening 2 | 2 |
| CHI 261 | Writing 2 | 3 |
| CHI 262 | Reading 2 | 3 |
| CHI 263 | Grammar 2 | 3 |
| CHI 264 | Phonetics 2 | 2 |
| CHI 265 | Speaking 2 | 2 |
Fourth Level 16 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ARB 234 | Grammar 1 | 3 |
| CHI 270 | Listening 3 | 2 |
| CHI 273 | Writing 3 | 3 |
| CHI 274 | Reading 3 | 3 |
| CHI 275 | Grammar 3 | 3 |
| CHI 276 | Speaking 3 | 2 |
Fifth Level 17 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ARB 255 | Specialized Writing | 2 |
| CHI 270 | Listening 4 | 2 |
| CHI 273 | Writing 4 | 3 |
| CHI 274 | Reading 4 | 3 |
| CHI 275 | Grammar 4 | 3 |
| CHI 276 | Speaking 4 | 2 |
| CHI 365 | Introduction to Linguistics | 2 |
Sixth Level 17 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ARB 350 | Applied Stylistics | 3 |
| CHI 370 | Chinese Language Culture | 4 |
| CHI 372 | Introduction to Stylistics | 3 |
| CHI 373 | Introduction to Translation Studies | 4 |
| CHI 375 | Introduction to Semantics | 3 |
Seventh Level 15 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CHI 460 | Readings in Chinese Newspapers | 3 |
| CHI 461 | Issues and Problems in Translation and Arabisation | 2 |
| CHI 464 | Translation of Political and Media Texts | 2 |
| CHI 465 | Computer Applications in Translation | 2 |
| CHI 466 | Translation of Commercial and Economic Texts | 4 |
| CHI 467 | Oral Translation 1 | 2 |
Eighth Level 14 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CHI 470 | Translation of Islamic Texts | 2 |
| CHI 471 | Translation of Literary Texts | 2 |
| CHI 472 | Translation of Scientific and Technical Texts | 2 |
| CHI 473 | Translation of Military and Security Texts | 2 |
| CHI 475 | Oral Translation 2 | 2 |
| CHI 479 | Project | 4 |
This plan is transcribed from the university's official source. Always confirm the plan approved for your own cohort before registering. Official source
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Frequently asked questions about Chinese Language
How many credit hours is Chinese Language at King Saud University?
Chinese Language at King Saud University requires completing 129 credit hours to graduate, spread across 49 courses.
How many years is Chinese Language at King Saud University?
The study plan for Chinese Language spans about 4 years (8 levels/semesters) under the approved plan.
What degree does Chinese Language award?
Chinese Language at King Saud University awards a Bachelor's degree after completing 129 credit hours.
Is Chinese Language offered at other universities?
Yes, Chinese Language is offered at at least 1 other universities in the Beseyat database. You can compare their study plans in the "Same major at other universities" section on this page.