Singapore University of Social Sciences

This course provides the students with a general knowledge of the characteristics of the Chinese language. Various linguistic features of Chinese language in terms of phonetics, phonology, semantics and syntax will be introduced. It is designed to promote a strong understanding of the structures and systems of Chinese language. The course also explores rhetorical structures of Chinese language. Students are given opportunity to analyze the phonetic, semantic and syntactic features of Singapore Chinese Language. Each study unit comes with activities and exercises to engage the students and enhance their understanding of the linguistic concepts. The course builds a strong foundation in Chinese language and prepares the students for further studies in translation.