With the consistent development of China's economy and society, Sinology and Chinese Studies receive more and more attention from all over the world. The development direction and students cultivation of English departments in Chinese universities have been heatedly discussed and scholars agree that reform should be advocated to adapt the faculty into new demands in today's context. This paper, inspired by the development of Sinology and Chinese Studies, argues that English department can benefit from building up teaching and research in the field of Sinology and Chinese Studies, which also meet the strategic demand of China's national image promotion with the growing comprehensive strength. Some concrete suggestions on possible curriculum, faculty, research and students cultivation are also given.
