MONGOLIAN
In an era of increasing globalization and regional cooperation, choosing to study a specialized language like Mongolian not only opens the door to a unique cultural heritage but also offers a strategic advantage in diplomacy, international cooperation, and regional studies. So what is the Mongolian major all about? Who is it best suited for, and what are the career prospects? Let’s explore the answers.
Program Overview
The Mongolian major focuses on the study of the Mongolian language, literature, culture, and national context. Mongolian belongs to the Mongolic branch of the Altaic language family, with the Khalkha dialect being the most widely used in Mongolia, written in Cyrillic script.
The curriculum centers on the Khalkha dialect and its writing system, while also providing systematic instruction in Mongolian society, culture, literature, and national affairs. Currently, the program has one Chinese instructor and one Mongolian expert, both holding doctoral degrees. Classes are conducted in small groups, and upper-level courses are taught entirely in Mongolian.
Educational Objectives
The program aims to train application-oriented and interdisciplinary professionals who:
- Possess strong ideals, patriotism, and international vision
- Are proficient in Mongolian language, literature, and culture
- Have practical language skills, intercultural communication abilities, and competence in foreign affairs, education, and academic research
- Can contribute to China’s “Belt and Road” initiative and regional diplomacy strategies
Graduation Requirements
Personal Qualities
- Strong political awareness, moral integrity, and social responsibility
- A well-rounded worldview, values, and life perspective
- A blend of national identity and global outlook
Knowledge
- Mastery of core knowledge in Mongolian language, literature, and national context
- Understanding of Chinese language and culture, as well as foundational knowledge in humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences
- An interdisciplinary knowledge structure with a Mongolian studies focus
Skills
- Proficiency in listening, speaking, reading, writing, and translating Mongolian
- Intercultural communication and international affairs competence
- Literary appreciation, IT application, independent learning, and critical thinking
- Encouragement to develop proficiency in English and other languages
Core Courses
Foundational Stage
- Elementary Mongolian
- Intermediate Mongolian
- Mongolian Conversational Skills
- Mongolian Listening and Speaking
- Mongolian Grammar
- Introduction to Mongolia
- Mongolian Culture
- Reading Mongolian Current Affairs
- Introducing Chinese Culture in Mongolian
Advanced Stage
- Advanced Mongolian
- Mongolian Writing
- Mongolian Interpretation
- Mongolian Translation
- History of Mongolian Language and Script
- History of Mongolian Literature
- Mongolian Folklore
- Mongolian Regional Cooperation Studies
- Topics in Diplomatic Translation
Research Directions
- Mongolian Linguistics and Applied Linguistics
- Mongolian Literature and Cultural Studies
- Intercultural Communication and Area Studies
- China–Mongolia Relations and International Affairs
- Mongolian Language Teaching and Translation Practice
Degree Awarded
- Degree: Bachelor of Mongolian degree
- Duration: 4 years (flexible between 3–6 years)
Credit and Hour Requirements
Complete the required number of credits as stipulated in the university's academic program.
Career Prospects
Graduates can pursue careers in:
- Diplomatic and international exchange institutions
- Government foreign affairs departments
- Universities and research institutes
- Media and publishing organizations
- Foreign trade companies and cultural tourism firms
- China–Mongolia regional cooperation and development projects
Related Majors
- Russian
- Kazakh
- Tibetan
- International Relations
- Area and Country Studies
- Linguistics and Applied Linguistics
Top Universities Offering Mongolian Programs in China
- Peking University
- Beijing Foreign Studies University
- Tianjin Foreign Studies University
Teaching Features and Methods
- Small-class teaching with strong teacher-student interaction
- Upper-level courses taught in Khalkha Mongolian by both Chinese and Mongolian instructors
- Emphasis on experiential learning, case-based teaching, and student-centered approaches
- Development of critical thinking, creativity, and global perspective
- Focus on value education, academic integrity, and national service
