Modern development of Oriental and African countries (Chinese language)

Oriental and African studies has both a philological character with an intensive language element (up to 16 academic hours per week), and an area studies element aimed at a detailed knowledge of the modern socio-political development of China. Our faculty combine classical academic methods of language teaching with the use of new progressive approaches.

Types of occupation:

• expert consultant in the field of socio-political development of the region;
• translator/interpreter of the Chinese language in state and municipal bodies of the Russian Federation, public organizations, private companies, research and educational institutions; the media.

Key disciplines of the program: History of Asian and African countries, History of China, Chinese language, Social, state and political system of China, Chinese religions, Chinese economy, Geography of China, Chinese foreign policy.

Areas of occupation: state sector of the Russian Federation, private companies with offices in China, foundations, special services, the media, international organizations, educational and research institutions.