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Learning another language is one of the most valuable skills you will ever possess. The minor in Chinese will increase your knowledge and understanding of the Chinese world and enhance your chosen major with international perspectives.
Declaring a minor allows you to explore other areas of interest and make interdisciplinary connections, and minors complement your major. By declaring a minor, you can set yourself apart as a candidate for job opportunities in international affairs, business, government, and teaching, and you can pursue a graduate degree in a variety of fields. The minor in Chinese will demonstrate your competence in a foreign language and culture, which is vital to employment in today’s global economy.
The program information listed here reflects the approved curriculum for the 2025–26 academic year per the Brooklyn College Bulletin. Bulletins from past academic years can be found here.
A minimum of 15 credits in advanced courses selected from Chinese 1030 and above.
It is recommended that the students meet with a department adviser to plan a coherent program of study.
Students might choose a sequence of courses constituting a general survey of:
All courses must be completed with a grade of C or higher.
A minimum of nine credits must be completed at Brooklyn College.
The department chair, with the approval of the department’s curriculum committee, may allow substitutions for one or more of the requirements consistent with the educational goals of the program.
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Brooklyn College is an integral part of the cultural and artistic energy of New York City. Our faculty members in Modern Languages and Literatures offer incomparable expertise and tremendous talent, and each bring a unique perspective to their teaching and mentoring in and out of the classroom.
