This major, consisting of an integrated set of units in Vietnamese language and culture, is designed for those students who have some knowledge of the language (e.g. Vietnamese native speakers or any post-introductory levelled students). It aims at improving students’ Vietnamese language skills, focusing mainly on reading and writing, extending their knowledge of the language and linguistics, and deepening their cultural awareness and particularly, their capacity for intercultural communication. Students will study the differences between Vietnamese and English, practice translating from Vietnamese into English and vice versa in different prose styles, from journalism to literature through which they will enhance their understanding of cross-language and cross-cultural transfer. Assessment tasks for the minor include in-class tests, translations, oral presentations, essays and formal examinations. The major also includes two capstone units, which provide students with the opportunity to apply what they have learnt into practice and through practice enhance their knowledge.

This degree will prepare you for a range of exciting careers in the humanities and social sciences. You will develop skills in communication, research, critical analysis, intercultural relationships, and teamwork which are valued by potential employers in the modern workplace. Graduates often move straight into positions in the public service, corporate, community and non-government organisations. Others move onto graduate studies to pursue the many professional careers that are best served by graduates with a generalist first degree: media professionals creative arts administrators public servants and policy workers community sector professionals strategic communicators creative artists software developers corporate managers.