For students who want to further their studies in East Asian languages, a special major in Chinese, Japanese, or Korean can be arranged in consultation with the Language Program director and the Special Major
Services Office (275 Park Hall).
Advisement
Students with advanced Chinese language proficiency or whose mother tongue is Chinese should consult with the program advisor to arrange an appropriate program.
Chinese - Minor
Acceptance Criteria
Minimum GPA of 2.0 in prerequisite and required courses. Application should be made when the student has completed the prerequisite courses or during the semester in which they will be completed.
Advising Notes
Students with advanced Chinese language proficiency or whose mother tongue is Chinese should consult with the program advisor to arrange an appropriate program.
Prerequisite Courses
CHI 101- CHI 102 First-Year Chinese or CHI 104 Transitional First-Year
Chinese (or equivalent proficiency)
Required Courses
CHI 201-CHI 202 Second-Year Chinese CHI 301-CHI 302 Third-Year Chinese One China-related course and a Chinese language course or two high level
Chinese language courses, which may include one course from another department.
Contact Dr. Tsan Huang (thuang3@buffalo.edu) with questions.
Minor Credit Requirements Chart
Total Credits Required for Minor
24
Minors and certificates must be completed in conjunction with a major and all university degree requirements must be met.
Students should consult with an academic advisor to determine how any transfer or exam credit might be utilized in meeting general education, prerequisite, or major requirements.