Overview

The English (Top-up) program at Qingdao City University was established in 2019. Rooted in the context of the New Liberal Arts initiative, the program serves both national strategies and regional economic and social development needs. It aims to cultivate high-caliber, application-oriented English talents who are well-adapted to the transformations of the digital and intelligent age. Building on the solid language skills students have acquired during their college (associate degree) studies, the program places a strong emphasis on optimizing their knowledge structure, enhancing their critical thinking skills, and deepening their humanities education.

In response to the new ecosystem where artificial intelligence is deeply reshaping education, translation, and international communication, the program adheres to an integrated positioning of "linguistic excellence + technology empowerment + cross-cultural competence." The curriculum not only includes core courses in advanced English language and literature but also integrates modular pathways in areas such as international business, educational management, and digital media. The focus is on facilitating a transition from "language skill-oriented" to "professionally applied" and "internationally versatile" competence.

Through two years of systematic training, students will develop a solid command of the English language, a broad international perspective, strong cross-cultural communication skills, and the ability to leverage modern information technology to solve professional problems. Graduates are expected to become innovative and versatile professionals capable of engaging in teaching, translation, management, and research in fields such as education, international business and trade, culture, and foreign affairs.

Why choose English (Top-up Degree)?

• Strong career prospects: As a global lingua franca, English offers extensive usage and broad employment opportunities for graduates. Career paths include government agencies, education, digital media, foreign enterprises, e-commerce, cultural tourism, and economic-trade translation. Additionally, numerous opportunities exist for further study at postgraduate level both domestically and internationally.
• Immersive Language Environment: Delivered entirely in English, the programme integrates advanced teaching methodologies from both Eastern and Western traditions. This creates an authentic linguistic setting that fosters participatory and creative learning.
• Diverse Learning Modalities: By blending cutting-edge pedagogical approaches from East and West, the programme provides a genuine linguistic environment that supports participatory, interactive, and project-based creative learning.
• Enhanced Practical Training: A rich array of courses and practical components comprehensively hones students' applied English skills, cultivating strong social adaptability and robust professional competencies.
• International Collaborative Teaching: Boasting a robust faculty with numerous members possessing overseas academic backgrounds, courses are delivered collaboratively by domestic and international instructors. This maximises teaching resources to ensure optimal educational outcomes.
• Comprehensive practical platforms: Emphasis is placed on developing students' oral and written communication skills, supported by multiple internship and training bases that provide industry-linked practical platforms.

Basic Information

• School School of Foreign Languages
• Study Mode Full-time
• Program Length 2 years
• Degree English (Bachelor of Arts)

Knowledge and Skills

Graduates of this programme will possess the following knowledge and competencies:

• Proficiency in listening, speaking, reading, writing, and translation in English, alongside foundational knowledge of English linguistics, literature, and culture. Understanding of English-speaking countries' fundamental contexts, coupled with strong English communication skills enabling effective collaboration within cross-cultural settings.
• Possess advanced humanities and digital literacy to address global issues and challenges.
• Demonstrate strong critical thinking and practical skills applicable to fields such as education and international trade, enabling independent problem-solving through critical analysis.
• Commit to lifelong learning and continuous innovation, exhibiting robust sustainable development capabilities and professional adaptability.
• Balance patriotic values with an international perspective to serve both local and global communities.

Message from the Programme Director

Curriculum Structure

Career Prospects

Graduates of this programme possess proficient bilingualism, cross-cultural communication skills, and industry practical abilities, opening diverse career pathways. They may pursue roles in foreign trade companies, tourism departments, and enterprises as clerks, international secretaries, managers, or translators. Opportunities also exist in education and internet sectors for teaching and research positions. Graduates may further their studies at Chinese or international higher education institutions in fields such as education, translation, linguistics, and literature.