At the end of their study, students are expected to:

1. Enabling students to master the four basic language skills in the context of varied functions of communication and genres of language use;
2. Training students to carry out critical analyses of linguistic and literary texts and to place them in their historical, philosophical, cultural, social, and global context;
3. Providing students with a solid knowledge and understanding of Chinese prose, poetry, fiction, and drama;
4. Helping students acquire a sound understanding of major schools of language analysis and literary criticism;
5. Training students in academic research in accordance with standard research methodology with emphasis on creativity and integrity;
6. Preparing students for more advanced study or employment in a competitive global market.