Year 1 Subjects
Year 2 Subjects
Year 3 Subjects
Year 4 Subjects

Year 1 Subjects
Code
Module
Credits
Duration
Pre-requisite
CHIN1103 
Elementary Chinese  

This introductory course is designed to introduce to students the fundamental theories and knowledge about modern Chinese. Some basic aspects of Chinese phonology, philology and lexics are emphasized. In addition, students are trained to express themselves in both oral and written Chinese forms at an elementary level.
6
90 hrs
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CHIN1104 
Intermediate Chinese  

This intermediate course, as a higher level than Elementary Chinese, aims to further widen students’ theoretical knowledge about modern Chinese and enhance their ability in both oral and written Chinese at an intermediate level.
6
90 hrs
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CHIN1105 
Elementary Chinese Conversation  

This course aims to train students’ listening and speaking abilities at an elementary level. Students are expected to gradually develop their competence in making conversations with daily Chinese expressions. Correctness of pronunciation and correspondences between Mandarin and Cantonese are emphasized.
4
60 hrs
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CHIN1106 
Intermediate Chinese Conversation  

This course, as a higher level than Elementary Chinese Conversation, aims to further enhance students’ listening and speaking abilities. Accuracy and fluency of their pronunciation are emphasized. The corresponding regularities in phonology, vocabulary and grammar between Cantonese and Mandarin are highlighted.
4
60 hrs
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CHIN1107 
Selected Chinese Readings I  

This course is designed to enhance students’ ability in understanding, analyzing and appreciating Chinese texts by exposing them to a great amount of selected Chinese texts. Students are trained to develop their competence in reading and summarizing different Chinese texts and at the same time to speed up their reading.
3
45 hrs
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CHIN1108 
Selected Chinese Readings II  

This course is designed to enhance students’ ability in understanding, analyzing and appreciating Chinese texts by exposing them to a great amount of selected Chinese texts. Students are trained to develop their competence in reading and summarizing different Chinese texts and at the same time to speed up their reading.
3
45 hrs
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COMP1101 
Information Technology Fundamentals  

This course is designed to make students realize the role of computers in the modern world and arm them with the rapidly renewed information technology as so to train them to be more ready for the future occupational challenges. The focus is laid on how computers can be used as a tool to further the productive force.
2
30 hrs
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HIST1102 
Introduction to Chinese History  

This course exposes students to ancient, modern and contemporary Chinese history. Students are expected to understand the characteristics of the Chinese nation and their interest in cultural exchange is also developed.
2
30 hrs
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LLAW1110 
Constitution and Basic Law  

The Constitution and the Basic Law, being the legal bases of the Macao SAR, are embodied in two aspects. First, "One country, two systems" is implemented through institutionalisation and legalisation. The processes achieved the establishment of Macao SAR and the formulation of the Basic Law according to the Constitution of the People's Republic of China. Second, "One country, two systems, a high degree of autonomy, Macao people governing Macao" are put into effect since the establishment of the Macao SAR following the legal system.
2
30 hrs
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PORT1105 
Portuguese Grammar I  

This course focuses on familiarizing students with Portuguese morphology and syntax. The consistencies of gender, number and grade of nouns and adjectives are highlighted. The structures of subordinate clauses and the uses of verb tenses are also emphasized.
2
30 hrs
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PORT1106 
Portuguese Grammar II  

This course focuses on familiarizing students with Portuguese morphology and syntax. The structures of subordinate clauses and the uses of verb tenses are also emphasized.
2
30 hrs
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PORT1107 
Portuguese Intensive Reading I  

This course focuses on enhancing students’ competence in reading, understanding and analyzing Portuguese texts. Students are exposed to a wide range of revised literary works and newspaper articles in Portuguese.
5
75 hrs
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PORT1108 
Portuguese Intensive Reading II  

This course continuously focuses on enhancing students’ competence in reading, understanding and analyzing Portuguese texts. Students are exposed to a wide range of revised literary works and newspaper articles in Portuguese.
5
75 hrs
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Year 2 Subjects
Code
Module
Credits
Duration
Pre-requisite
CHIN2103 
Chinese Writing I  

This course aims to familiarize students with different writing methods and skills so as to develop their ability in writing appropriate Chinese. A great variety of different writing styles, such as practical, expository and argumentative writing, is discussed and emphasized.
3
45 hrs
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CHIN2104 
Chinese Writing II  

This course aims to familiarize students with different writing methods and skills so as to improve their ability in writing appropriate Chinese. A great variety of different writing styles, such as practical, expository and argumentative writing, is discussed and emphasized.
3
45 hrs
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CHIN2107 
Selected Chinese Readings III  

This course chooses some of the representative Chinese literary works to develop students’ understanding and appreciation of different genres of literary works. The works include poems, prose, novels, dramas and some articles singled out from newspapers.
2
30 hrs
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CHIN2108 
Selected Chinese Readings IV  

This course chooses some of the representative Chinese literary works to develop students’ understanding and appreciation of different genres of literary works. The works include poems, prose, novels, dramas and some articles singled out from newspapers.
2
30 hrs
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CHIN2109 
Advanced Chinese I  

This course aims to train students’ comprehensive ability in listening, speaking, reading and writing at an advanced level. Upon completing this course, students are expected to fluently and accurately express themselves in Chinese.
6
90 hrs
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CHIN2110 
Advanced Chinese II  

This course aims to train students’ comprehensive ability in listening, speaking, reading and writing at an advanced level. Upon completing this course, students are expected to fluently and accurately express themselves in Chinese.
6
90 hrs
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CHIN2111 
Advanced Chinese Conversation I  

This course is designed to train students’ Chinese ability in expression at an advanced level so as to make them fluently and idiomatically use Chinese in both work place and interpersonal communication. The variety and idiomaticity of expressions are emphasized.
2
30 hrs
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CHIN2112 
Advanced Chinese Conversation II  

This course is designed to train students’ Chinese ability in expression at an advanced level so as to make them fluently and idiomatically use Chinese in both work place and interpersonal communication. The variety and idiomaticity of expressions are emphasized.
2
30 hrs
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CHIN2113 
Introduction to Chinese Culture  

This introductory course aims to demonstrate the tradition and charm of traditional Chinese culture so as to make students obtain a general understanding of the profound Chinese culture. Representative topics concerning the traditional Chinese thoughts, social life, literature and arts, festivals and customs are to be covered.
2
30 hrs
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HIST2101 
History and Culture of Macao  

This course aims to introduce to students the history of Macao since the late Ming Dynasty. Students are expected to understand the active role Macao has played in the modern Chinese history and also its part in the Sino-western cultural exchange.
2
30 hrs
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PORT2107 
Portuguese Intensive Reading III  

This course trains students’ analytical ability in reading Portuguese texts. The characteristics of newspapers are covered. Focus is also laid on how to write news, reports, advertisements and reviews.
4
60 hrs
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PORT2108 
Portuguese Intensive Reading IV  

This course trains students’ analytical ability in reading Portuguese texts. The characteristics of newspapers are covered. Focus is also laid on how to write news, reports, advertisements and reviews.
4
60 hrs
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PORT2113 
Portuguese Writing I  

This course aims to train students how to write Portuguese texts. The basic writing skills and rules are discussed. Students are also trained how to write compositions, formal and informal correspondences.
3
45 hrs
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PORT2114 
Portuguese Writing II  

This course aims to train students how to write Portuguese texts. The advanced writing skills and rules are discussed. Students are also trained how to write compositions, formal and informal correspondences.
3
45 hrs
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Year 3 Subjects
Code
Module
Credits
Duration
Pre-requisite
CHIN3101 
Modern and Contemporary Chinese Literature I  

This course is designed to familiarize students with the works of prominent modern and contemporary Chinese writers. Students will read novels, poems, and dramas that highlight important stages in the history of modern and contemporary Chinese literature.
3
45 hrs
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CHIN3102 
Modern and Contemporary Chinese Literature II  

This course is designed to familiarize students with the works of prominent modern and contemporary Chinese writers. Students will read novels, poems, and dramas that highlight important stages in the history of modern and contemporary Chinese literature.
3
45 hrs
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CHIN3103 
Chinese Practical Writing I  

The objective of this course is to introduce Chinese writing styles and genres. Upon completing the course, students will be able to write various official practical documents such as ceremonial addresses, reports, requests for instruction, notices, announcements, and contracts.
2
30 hrs
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CHIN3104 
Chinese Practical Writing II  

The objective of this course is to introduce Chinese writing styles and genres. Upon completing the course, students will be able to write various official practical documents such as ceremonial addresses, reports, requests for instruction, notices, announcements, and contracts.
2
30 hrs
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ENGL3105 
English I  

This course will provide students with basic knowledge of English grammar and spoken language. The goal of the course is to build a good foundation for the future courses in English language.
2
30 hrs
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ENGL3106 
English II  

This course will provide students with basic knowledge of English grammar and spoken language. The goal of the course is to build a good foundation for the future courses in English language.
2
30 hrs
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LLAW3101 
Introduction to Law  

In this course students will learn the basic principles and the core vocabulary of law. They will understand better the importance of law in contemporary society.
2
30 hrs
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PORT3103 
Portuguese Literature I  

This course aims to familiarize students with selected works of Portuguese literature. Students will read famous novels, poems, and travel diaries in order to understand better the development of Portuguese literature.
3
45 hrs
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PORT3104 
Portuguese Literature II  

This course aims to familiarize students with selected works of Portuguese literature. Students will read famous novels, poems, and travel diaries in order to understand better the development of Portuguese literature.
3
45 hrs
---
PORT3113 
Portuguese Official Document Writing I  

The objective of this course is to introduce the relevant forms, different styles, and special terms used in the writing of official documents in Portuguese.
3
45 hrs
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PORT3114 
Portuguese Official Document Writing II  

The objective of this course is to introduce the relevant forms, different styles, and special terms used in the writing of official documents in Portuguese.
3
45 hrs
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TRAN3101 
Translation Theory and Practice I  

This course aims to familiarize students with translation theory and translation techniques. Students will practice translating sentences, paragraphs, and larger texts in order to improve their grasp of Portuguese-Chinese syntactic analysis and semantic comparison.
5
75 hrs
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TRAN3102 
Translation Theory and Practice II  

This course aims to familiarize students with translation theory and translation techniques. Students will practice translating sentences, paragraphs, and larger texts in order to improve their grasp of Portuguese-Chinese syntactic analysis and semantic comparison.
5
75 hrs
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Year 4 Subjects
Code
Module
Credits
Duration
Pre-requisite
CHIN4101 
Chinese Communication Skills I  

This course introduces basic concepts and theories of Chinese communication. By way of lectures and case analyses, students will master the basic skills of spoken Chinese and the related sentence patterns.
2
30 hrs
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CHIN4102 
Chinese Communication Skills II  

This course introduces basic concepts and theories of Chinese communication. By way of lectures and case analyses, students will master the basic skills of spoken Chinese and the related sentence patterns.
2
30 hrs
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PORT4101 
Portuguese Communication Skills I  

This course familiarizes students with basic concepts and theories of Portuguese communication. By means of lectures and case analyses, students will master the basic skills of spoken Portuguese and the related sentence patterns.
2
30 hrs
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PORT4102 
Portuguese Communication Skills II  

This course provides advanced training in oral communication in Portuguese, focusing on analogue speech and case studies.
2
30 hrs
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PORT4103 
Literature of Portuguese-Speaking Countries  

This course introduces selected literary works of Portuguese-speaking countries with a focus on Brazilian literature. It familiarizes students with local people’s sentiments, behavioral codes, and cultures.
2
30 hrs
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PORT4104 
History and Culture of Portuguese-Speaking Countries  

This course explores the geography, history and culture of Portuguese-speaking countries. The topics include the transformation and development of their political systems and economies, customs and ethnicity, and the cooperation and exchange with the People's Republic of China.
2
30 hrs
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TRAN4101 
Portuguese-Chinese Translation Practice  

This course introduces different translation theories and approaches. Students will translate various texts, and will study related cultural and rhetorical issues. Upon completion of the course students will understand better the characteristics of Portuguese-Chinese translation.
5
75 hrs
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TRAN4102 
Chinese-Portuguese Translation Practice  

This course introduces different translation theories and approaches. Students will translate various texts, and will study related cultural and rhetorical issues. Upon completion of the course students will understand better the characteristics of Chinese-Portuguese translation.
5
75 hrs
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TRAN4103 
Consecutive Interpreting  

This course will improve students’ Portuguese-Chinese and Chinese-Portuguese interpreting skills by training them how to enhance their memory, take notes, and summarize. The topics included in the course are related to culture, education, health, economy, tourism, trade, local politics, and international relations.
5
75 hrs
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TRAN4104 
Introduction to Simultaneous Interpreting  

This course introduces basic simultaneous interpreting skills in Chinese-Portuguese/Portuguese-Chinese oral translation by using short lectures and conference speeches from local and surrounding areas on topics related to tourism, trade, society, politics, and international relations.
5
75 hrs
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TRAN4105 
Translation Theory and Criticism  

In this course, students will study the main translation theories as well as translators and their works. Thus, they will develop their ability to perform comparative analyses and reviews, and to evaluate their graduation projects.
2
30 hrs
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TRAN4106 
Graduation Project  

This course is designed to explicate academic requirements, approaches, codes, and rules for writing of an academic project.
4
60 hrs
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Bachelor of Arts in Chinese-Portuguese/Portuguese-Chinese Translation and Interpretation (Port Edu. Sys.) (4LLD-P(V2))