BA Chinese and Social Anthropology

Course Overview This BA program combines Chinese language study with another discipline, leveraging SOAS's strong reputation in Asian studies and modern languages. Students develop advanced proficiency in Chinese while gaining interdisciplinary expertise. The curriculum includes a mandatory year abroad in China or Taiwan to enhance linguistic and cultural immersion. Key Program Highlights Ranked 13th in the UK for Modern Languages (QS World University Rankings 2025) Ranked 7th in the UK for Asian Studies (Complete University Guide 2026) Ranked 4th in the UK for graduate prospects (Complete University Guide 2026) Features the largest concentration of Chinese specialists outside of China Includes a third-year abroad in China or Taiwan for language and cultural development