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JS4018

Chinese Language and Literature 中國語言及文學

CHI LANG & LIT

Short Description

The Department of Chinese Language and Literature, which has the longest history at CUHK, is renowned for its excellence in preserving tradition and striving for innovation. The Department offers rigorous training in Chinese language and literature. The curriculum affords a close examination of the characteristic features of the Chinese language, an in-depth introduction to theories of language and linguistics, and critical study of classical and modern Chinese literature. Students are expected to acquire solid understanding of the field in general while specialising in their own areas of interest, such as Chinese phonology and grammar, Qin-Han textual studies, Tang-Song poetry, modern Chinese fiction, and creative writing— all under the guidance of our erudite faculty members. The Department has long been emphasising diversified learning. We are collaborating with the Department of Chinese Language and Literature at Peking University to offer a dual undergraduate degree programme starting from 2019/20, which could combine the advantages of the both institutions to strengthen the learning experience of our students. In the academic year 2022/23, a double major programme in partnership with the Department of Translation (CHLL&TRANS) was introduced. This programme caters to students with a keen interest in both the theory and practice of C to E (Chinese to English) and E to C (English to Chinese) translation.

Remarks:
For details of the undergraduate curriculum, please click here.

Programme Website

Requirements

  • Programme Entrance Requirements
  • General Entrance Requirements
Core Subjects Minimum Level
CHINESE LANGUAGE 3
CITIZENSHIP AND SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT Attained
ENGLISH LANGUAGE 3
MATHEMATICS COMPULSORY PART 2
Elective Subject(s) Minimum Level
ANY 2 SUBJECTSNOTE 3
NOTE: The two subjects may include:
(i) 2 elective subjects; or
(ii) 1 elective subject and Mathematics (Extended Part) Module I or Module II.

REMARK:

The programme accepts specific Applied Learning course(s) with "Attained with Distinction I/II" as an extra elective subject.
Please refer to https://www.cuhk.edu.hk/adm/jupas/ApL2025 for details.

Core Subjects Minimum Level
CHINESE LANGUAGENote1 3
CITIZENSHIP AND SOCIAL DEVELOPMENTNote2 Attained
ENGLISH LANGUAGE 3
MATHEMATICS COMPULSORY PART 2
Elective Subject(s) Minimum Level
ANY 2 SUBJECTSNote3 3
Note 1
Applicants with very special circumstances may be granted waivers of this requirement on a case-by-case basis. For details, please click here.

Note 2:
For Liberal Studies (LS) subject taken in 2023 or before, a Level 2 or above will be considered as “Attained” in Citizenship and Social Development. The LS level will not be considered in the calculation of admission scores.

Note 3:
The two subjects may include:
(i) 2 elective subjects; or
(ii) 1 elective subject and Mathematics (Extended Part) Module I or Module II or Other Language subjects (A2 or above in French / German / Spanish; or N3 or above in Japanese; or Grade 3 or above in Korean).
(iii) For Integrated Science or Combined Science subject(s) taken in 2023 or before, a Level 3 or above will be considered as an unspecified elective subject where applicable.

Note 4:
"Attained with Distinction I/II" in Applied Learning subjects will be accepted by some programmes as an extra subject for awarding bonus points. For details, please click here.     

Calculation of scores for applicants with more than 1 sitting in HKDSE Examination

Most programmes offered by CUHK consider the best results in the same subject taken by a candidate in more than one sitting of HKDSE.  Some programmes may have specific arrangements and the admission scores of candidates seeking admission on the strength of results from more than one sitting of HKDSE may be adjusted.  Details of calculation of scores in more than one sitting of HKDSE for the 2025-26 entry will be finalised and posted at the admissions website (admission.cuhk.edu.hk).

First Year Tuition Fee

HK$ 44,500

Contacts

Enquiries:

Email: chilan@cuhk.edu.hk

Tel: 852 3943 7071

Statistics

Application Statistics (after Modification of Programme Choices)

Year Band A Band B Band C Band D Band E Total
2024 353 196 323 427 362 1661
2023 419 254 387 478 416 1954
2022 427 238 452 458 437 2012
2021 398 251 376 419 385 1829
2020 309 185 353 441 408 1696
2019 375 233 413 474 421 1916
2018 403 301 458 605 564 2331
2017 356 238 410 580 489 2073
2016 424 236 477 620 605 2362
2015 347 290 466 692 653 2448
2014 513 341 619 888 854 3215
2013 458 320 559 847 880 3064
2012 681 371 699 1074 1036 3861

Offer Statistics (as at the Announcement of the Main Round Offer Results)

Year Band A Band B Band C Band D Band E Total
2024 80 0 0 0 0 80
2023 82 0 0 0 0 82
2022 82 0 0 0 0 82
2021 81 0 0 0 0 81
2020 84 0 0 0 0 84
2019 83 0 0 0 0 83
2018 93 0 0 0 0 93
2017 93 0 0 0 0 93
2016 92 0 0 0 0 92
2015 83 0 0 0 0 83
2014 83 0 0 0 0 83
2013 83 0 0 0 0 83
2012 83 0 0 0 0 83
Footnote(s)
  1. As the 2025/26 academic year is the beginning of the 2025/26 – 2027/28 triennium for which the allocation of UGC-funded places is still subject to the Government’s approval, the number of intake places shown above is indicative only and subject to changes or confirmation.
  2. The tuition fees for UGC-funded programmes are subject to annual review by the HKSAR Government and applicable to local applicants only.