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Modern Chinese Language and Culture (Cert)

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Offered by Concordia University in Montréal, Canada, Modern Chinese Language and Culture (Cert) is a certificate in Linguistics & Language Studies programme. The programme runs for 1 year, delivered on campus. Tuition for international students is CAD 1,160 per credit (CAD 104 per credit for local students).

At a glance

Degree: Certificate

Field: Linguistics & Language Studies

Duration: 1 year

Delivery: On Campus

Local tuition: CAD 104 / credit

International tuition: CAD 1,160 / credit

We have no an application deadline on record for this programme yet — see the official programme page. — it helps other students.

Last checked September 2026 · Source: concordia.ca ·

Program details

Overview

The Certificate in Modern Chinese Language and Culture builds competency in speaking, understanding, reading and writing Modern Chinese (Mandarin), combining language training with coursework in Chinese literature, history, religion and political science. Offered by the Department of Classics, Modern Languages and Linguistics in the Faculty of Arts and Science, the 30-credit certificate is delivered on campus at the Sir George Williams campus and is normally completed in one year of full-time study; a 30-credit minor version is also available. Native speakers or applicants with advanced language skills are not eligible for admission. Exchange opportunities are available through Concordia International. Students are admitted for the Fall or Winter term, with application deadlines of March 1 for Fall and November 1 for Winter (February 1 and August 1 respectively for international applicants).

Requirements

Admission Requirements: Minimum cut-off averages: Quebec CEGEP 20, high school C+, International Baccalaureate 26, British A-levels at least two exams at DD. Native speakers or applicants with advanced Chinese language skills are not eligible for admission. ACT/SAT scores are not required.

Application Details

Start Date: September and January

About Concordia University

Type: University

Control: Public

Campus setting: Urban

Founded: 1974

Students: 43,922

QS rank: #497 =

Programs: 250

Location: Montréal, Quebec, Canada

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Frequently asked questions

What degree does Modern Chinese Language and Culture (Cert) award?

Concordia University awards a Certificate in the field of Linguistics & Language Studies on completion of this programme.

How long does Modern Chinese Language and Culture (Cert) take?

The programme runs for 1 year.

How much does Modern Chinese Language and Culture (Cert) cost?

Tuition for international students is CAD 1,160 per credit (CAD 104 per credit for local students).

Can Modern Chinese Language and Culture (Cert) be studied online?

No — the programme is taught on campus at Concordia University.

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