Program overview
The Persian major focuses on listening, speaking, reading, writing, and translating Persian—the official language of Iran—while delving into Iran's history, literature, religion, and society. Core courses include Basic Persian, Persian Grammar, Persian Conversation, Selected Readings in Iranian Literature, and Iranian History and Culture. Chinese universities like Beijing Foreign Studies University and Shanghai International Studies University offer distinctive Persian programs, often incorporating the Belt and Road Initiative and providing exchange opportunities with Iranian universities. This major suits students with a strong sensitivity to Middle Eastern culture and language. If you enjoy exploring different civilizations and are willing to practice pronunciation and writing, you'll find it a rewarding journey.