Chinese and Linguistics BA (Hons)
SOAS, University of London

Key Course Facts
Course Description
The Chinese combined honours degree aims to give a broad understanding of Chinese culture through study of its language, history and literature from earliest times up to the present in combination with a solid grounding in another language or discipline.
The range of expertise in SOAS, not only in East Asian studies, but also with regard to languages and literatures of other regions is unique in UK institutions. Along with proven excellence in other disciplines, such as religious studies, anthropology, art and archaeology, and history, this offers students an unparalleled range of options in choosing their second subject of study.
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews for 51 graduates of Chinese and Linguistics BA (Hons) at SOAS, University of London for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Linguistics.
Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.
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Salary
Salary of Graduates of Chinese and Linguistics BA (Hons) at SOAS, University of London
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Chinese and Linguistics BA (Hons) at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £23000 | £23500 | £28000 |
25-75 percentile range | £20000 - £25000 | £19000 - £29500 | £22000 - £33000 |
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Salary of all UK Graduates of Linguistics
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £21615 | £21980 | £26077 |
25-75 percentile range | £18154 - £25769 | £16379 - £28182 | £19913 - £33179 |
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What You Will Learn
Programme content: As a student of Chinese and Linguistics, BA (Hons) you will study the following course modules.
Year 1
Year 2
Year 3
Year 4
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
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Current jobs
Job in line with future plans
Utilise skills from studies
Work is meaningful
Required skill level of job after 15 months
% Skilled jobs
Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Chinese and Linguistics BA (Hons) at SOAS, University of London
25% | Business and public service associate professionals |
10% | Administrative occupations |
10% | Artistic, literary and media occupations |
10% | Elementary occupations |
5% | Natural and social science professionals |
5% | Sales occupations |
5% | Information Technology Professionals |
5% | Leisure, travel and related personal service occupations |
5% | Teaching Professionals |
0% | Managers, directors and senior officials |
Grading & Study Time
Assessment Methods
Study Time Distribution
Grading Distribution
Students of the course received the following grades
Entry Requirements / Admissions
Minimum Required UCAS Tariff
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course
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Qualification requirements
A level General Studies is not acceptable. Contextual offer: BBB
60 credits overall, with 45 credits at Level 3, of which 30 credits must be at Distinction and 15 credits at Merit or Distinction.
555 at HL
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Costs
Tuition Fees Chinese and Linguistics BA (Hons)
England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
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Scotland | £9250 | year 1 |
Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
EU | £9250 | year 1 |
Average student cost of living in London
Rent | £518 |
Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
Supermarket shopping | £81 |
Clothing | £35 |
Eating out | £33 |
Alcohol | £27 |
Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
Transport within city | £17 |
Self-care / sports | £20 |
Stationary / books | £13 |
Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
Insurance | £51 |
Other | £95 |
Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
How to apply
Application deadline:
January 1, 2024
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Possible Entry Points:
- year 1 (Default entry point)
University Rankings
Positions of SOAS, University of London in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of SOAS, University of London in related subject specific rankings.
Languages & Literature
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- #8
- #83
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- Linguistics
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QS World University Rankings By Subject
[Published 20 April, 2022]
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- #33
- #44
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- Modern Languages & Linguistics
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The Guardian UK University League Tables by Subject
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About SOAS, University of London
SOAS (School of Oriental and African Studies) University of London is a research university dedicated to liberal arts subjects, with a particular focus on the continent of Africa, and the nations of Japan, Korea, and China. Their modern campus is located in the Bloomsbury area of London. Applicants can expect to find programmes and courses that take regions from Asia, Africa and the Middle East, and combine them with a particular area of academic interest. These might include, History, Economics, Politics, as well as Music and History of Art. This university offers a high degree of specialisation, ensuring that the teaching staff are able to deliver perspectives based on true expertise in their fields.
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Ranking publishers
British Quacquarelli Symonds, UK
- Published:
- 20 April, 2022
- Criteria used in ranking -QS World University Rankings By Subject:
- - Academic Reputation 30%
- Employer Reputation 10%
- Research Citations Per Paper 30%
- H-index 30%
The Guardian News and Media Limited
- Published:
- 24 September, 2022
- Criteria used in ranking -The Guardian University League Tables by Subject:
- Student to Staff Ratio 15%
Entry Standards 15%
Expenditure per Student 5%
Continuation 15% (non-medical subjects) OR 5% (medical subjects)
NSS - Teaching 8%
NSS - Assessment & Feedback 8%
NSS - Overall Satisfaction 4%
Career Prospects 15%
Value added 15%