English and Chinese

The professional teacher preparation program in English and Chinese languages, as well as philology, focuses on acquiring fluency in two globally demanded languages: Chinese and English. Students will develop intercultural communication skills, obtain fundamental knowledge in psychology and pedagogy, and master effective methods of foreign language instruction.

With increasing cooperation between Russia and countries in the Asia-Pacific and East Asian regions, there is a growing demand for qualified bilingual teachers (English and Chinese) who can work in education, academia, and cultural exchange. Such specialists will be highly valued and will make significant contributions to strengthening cultural ties and facilitating knowledge transfer between nations.

Main subjects:

• Pedagogy
• Psychology
• Practical course of English
• Practical course of Chinese
• Foreign classical and contemporary literature
• Literature of Asia-Pacific countries
• Regional studies
• Language theory
• Management in education
• Theory and practice of additional education

Knowledge and skills

The program is aimed to prepare bachelor's degree graduates who possess knowledge and skills in the phonetics, vocabulary, and grammar of both English and Chinese. They are proficient in using dictionaries and reference materials, as well as working with online resources. Graduates are also capable of teaching English and Chinese to students of various ages, from primary school to senior grades. Additionally, they have the competencies needed to organize extracurricular academic activities.

Prospect employment:

• Teachers in educational institutions
• Tutors
• Professional translators
• Opportunities for postgraduate studies

Practice and Projects

• "Chinese Bridge" online camp
• Northeastern Forestry University
• Mudanjiang Normal University
• Youth projects by "Rosmolodezh (Росмолодёжь)"
• " Tvoy Khod (Твой ход) " and other initiatives

Additional Benefits of the program:

• Government support measures for young educators employed in regional state and municipal educational institutions.
• Opportunity to continue education in Russian and international universities.
• Guaranteed availability of real-world practice placements in state and private educational institutions of various levels.
• Up-to-date, high-quality material and technical resources.
• Possibility to study abroad through student exchange programs.
• Individual approach to each student.
• Extracurricular educational and creative activities.
• Participation in the student pedagogical group "Tigrish".