Last Updated: 11 Oct 2025
Chinese Studies
Develops professionals who are proficient in the Chinese language and culture, in two different areas - primary school teaching,or business. Graduates from the course can work as:
1) Business administrators, reporters, copywriters, scriptwriters, translators, heritage programme executives, event executives, or executives in start-ups and businesses with a presence in China market (for graduates of the Business Track).
2) Beginning Chinese Language educators, curriculum specialists, and editors (for graduates of the Education Track) .
Course code: N70
Ngee Ann Polytechnic
Admission type: JAE
Course duration: 3 years
Applicants admitted to the Diploma in Chinese Studies who wish to teach in MOE primary schools should choose the Education specialisation option (at the end of Year 1).
Applicants who are keen on a teaching career with the Ministry of Education (MOE) are encouraged to apply under a separate exercise administered by MOE. For more information, please visit MOE Teaching Scholarships. Applicants should apply directly to MOE at the above MOE website. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview to determine their eligibility for MOE Teacher Training Sponsorship. Selected candidates are required to pass a medical examination.
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Course details
| Track/Specialisation | This course offers the following tracks or specialisation: Education
Business |
| Certification offered | Diploma in Chinese Studies |
Minimum entry requirement
You must meet the respective examination requirements in order for us to consider your application.
How to register
Joint Admissions Exercise (JAE)
The Joint Admissions Exercise (JAE) allows O-Level certificate holders to apply for admission to junior colleges (JC), Millennia Institute (MI), polytechnics and the Institute of Technical Education (ITE).
You may register using the JAE Internet System (JAE-IS). Learn the process and how to apply.