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Chinese is at the forefront of current international affairs and is the most widely spoken language in the world. It is one of the six official languages of the United Nations. Students who enjoy being challenged and discovering will be rewarded by studying Chinese.

We offer beginning, intermediate, and advanced courses in Chinese that provide strong coverage of the Modern Standard variety of the language to help you meet your academic and transfer goals. They include:

  • Introductory Chinese
  • Intermediate Chinese
  • Learning Chinese through Films
  • Learning Chinese through Culinary Arts
  • Medical Chinese
  • Business Chinese
  • and more!

Minor in Chinese

The minor in Chinese consists of 12 hours from 200-level or higher courses. To enroll in any 200-level Chinese course, you must either complete 8 hours of 100-level courses or complete the equivalent placement test.

A complete list of minor requirements opens a new website and courses opens a new website is available in the UAB Undergraduate Catalog opens a new website.

Student Showcase

Video Project: Business in China

Research Project: Unobtainable Beauty

Three female students presenting a poster research project titled "Unobtainable Beauty."

Questions?

Contact Ling Ma, PhD.

Faculty

  • Nian Liu

    Instructor of Chinese This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
    University Hall 4103
    (205) 934-4652

  • Ling Ma

    Instructor of Chinese This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
    University Hall 3114
    (205) 934-1834

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