The program can be studied as an extension subject in addition to two main subjects in the teacher training degree. The standard duration of study in the program is nine semesters. The program is divided into three fields of study: Chinese language, discipline-specific knowledge, and Chinese didactics.

There are no special requirements to enroll in the program. All Chinese language courses are designed for participants without previous knowledge of Chinese. You should, however, be interested in foreign cultures and enjoy learning languages.

There are many good reasons to study Chinese Studies in Erlangen!

Excellent Chinese language classes: The language classes take place in small groups under the guidance of pedagogically trained native speakers. This guarantees success in learning Chinese characters, pronunciation, and grammar.

Modern facilities: The Institute for Chinese Studies is located in a modern building with an adjoining garden. The classrooms are equipped with the latest technology in the form of whiteboards. The Chinese Studies library with workspaces for students is located directly on site. The library is the largest seminar library at the Friedrich-Alexander-University of Erlangen-Nuremberg and one of the largest in Germany.

Good support: Our lecturers are committed to help students in their studies – they always have an open ear for student concerns and inquiries. If you have problems, you can also contact our active student council initiative (FSI) at any time.

Wide range of courses: A wide range of research fields and class topics, in cooperation with other disciplines at FAU as well as national and international cooperation partners, enable a differentiated and reflected picture of Chinese-speaking countries in the past and today.

Extracurricular activities: In addition to the compulsory classes, many voluntary activities take place at the institute. Among them are summer festivals and barbecues, a Chinese theater group, and regular excursions in Europe, China, and Taiwan.

Study abroad: As part of your studies, a stay abroad in China or Taiwan is possible. Our lecturers will help you plan your stay abroad and apply for scholarships.

The degree qualifies for work as a Chinese teacher at high schools in Bavaria. Chinese is a fixed subject at some high schools and an elective subject at a large number of high schools in Bavaria. As a result, the demand for professional Chinese language teachers is steadily increasing. Nevertheless, there is still a great lack of qualified Chinese teachers at secondary schools in Bavaria.