Chinese This programme gives knowledge of Chinese language and culture is increasingly important as China becomes a bigger global player, economically and politically. China currently has the largest population in the world and the world's second largest economy. Studying Chinese will provide you with an insight into the development of China's rich history, culture and literature. You will learn Mandarin Chinese and learn to read and write Classical and Modern Standard Chinese. History History enables us to understand how the world has developed and become what it is today. Studying events and issues from the past also affects the way we see the present and future. This programme courses cover a wide range of different periods, from early medieval history to the contemporary world. Geographically, we explore Britain, Europe, the Americas, Africa and Asia. This programme also gives you the opportunity to choose from a broad range of historical themes, including political history, cultural history, economic and social history, environmental history and gender history.