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Chinese Studies

Bachelor of ArtsMajorYear: 2023

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Overview

The Chinese Studies program at the University of Melbourne is one of the largest Chinese programs in Australia. The language subjects (taught at a range of levels, from beginner to advanced) are designed to maximise acquisition of the language and to develop their communication skills in various types of texts, interactional contexts and strategic aspects of meaning making. The curriculum also allows students to develop a broad understanding of cultural, social and historical aspects of China. Chinese language subjects are organised in a progressive sequence (of units) from Chinese 1 through to Chinese 10. Entry and exit points are determined by the student's background in the language, placement testing, prerequisites or at the discretion of the Chinese Studies program. Students normally progress through the subjects in consecutive order. Mid-year entry is also possible into subjects with even numbers, subject to appropriate prior experience and approval from the head of the Chinese Studies program.

Intended learning outcomes

On completion of this major, students should be able to:

  • Gain an in-depth knowledge of Chinese language, culture and society, relative to their entry level
  • Develop a capacity to combine knowledge of the Chinese language with other disciplines.
  • Gain knowledge of the social and cultural diversity of China and develop the skills to work with people from diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds.
  • Gain the ability to set goals and manage time and priorities and work effectively both independently and in groups.

Last updated: 3 May 2024

Structure

100 credit points

Students (except those entering at Chinese Studies 1 entry point) complete the Chinese Studies major through a progression of eight language subjects (100 points). Students completing the major commencing at Chinese Studies 1 entry point must complete ten subjects (125 points).

Students will have their appropriate entry point determined by the Chinese Studies program, based on evidence of prior learning and/or results of a placement test as required. Please refer to the following link for further information:

http://arts.unimelb.edu.au/asiainstitute/students/placement-tests

The entry points for this major are

  • Chinese Studies 1 entry point: Students with no previous knowledge of the language usually enter the progression at Chinese 1
  • Chinese Studies 3 entry point: Students with little previous knowledge of the language usually enter the progression at Chinese 3
  • Chinese Studies 5 entry point: Non background students with lower advanced knowledge of the language usually enter the progression at Chinese 5
  • Chinese Studies 7 entry point: Students who have a Chinese-speaking background and minimal literacy skills usually enter the progression at Chinese 7
  • Chinese Studies 9 entry point: Students who have a Chinese-speaking background and limited literacy in Chinese usually enter the progression at Chinese 9

This major requires the completion of either:

Entry Point 1

  • 25 credit points of EP1 Level 1 Core subjects
  • 50 credit points of EP1 Level 2 Core subjects
  • 50 credit points of EP1 Level 3 Core subjects

OR

Entry Point 3

  • 25 credit points of EP3 Level 1 Core subjects
  • 37.5 credit points of EP3 Level 2 Core subjects
  • 37.5 credit points of EP3 Level 3 Core subjects

OR

Entry Point 5

  • 25 credit points of EP5 Level 1 Core subjects
  • 37.5 credit points of EP5 Level 2 Core subjects
  • 37.5 credit points of EP5 Level 3 Core subjects

OR

Entry Point 7

  • 25 credit points of EP7 Level 1 Core subjects
  • 37.5 credit points of EP7 Level 2 Core subjects
  • 37.5 credit points of EP7 Level 3 subjects

OR

Entry Point 9

  • 25 credit points of EP9 Level 1 Core subjects
  • 37.5 credit points of EP9 Level 2 Core subjects

  • 25 credit points of EP9 Level 3 Core subjects and 12.5 credit points of EP9 Level 3 Electives

Subject Options

Level 1

Level 1 Core subjects - Entry Point 1

Code Name Study period Credit Points
CHIN10005 Chinese 1
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
 12.5
CHIN10006 Chinese 2
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
 12.5

Level 1 Core subjects - Entry Point 3

Code Name Study period Credit Points
CHIN10015 Chinese 3
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
 12.5
CHIN10016 Chinese 4
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
 12.5

Level 1 Core subjects - Entry Point 5

Code Name Study period Credit Points
CHIN10017 Chinese 5
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
 12.5
CHIN10018 Chinese 6
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
 12.5

Level 1 Core subjects - Entry Point 7

Code Name Study period Credit Points
CHIN10003 Chinese 7
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
 12.5
CHIN10004 Chinese 8
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
 12.5

Level 1 Core subjects - Entry Point 9

Code Name Study period Credit Points
CHIN10001 Chinese 9
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
 12.5
CHIN10002 Chinese 10
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
 12.5

Level 2

Level 2 Core subjects - Entry Point 1

Code Name Study period Credit Points
CHIN20001 Chinese 3
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
 12.5
CHIN20002 Chinese 4
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
 12.5
CHIN20008 China Since Mao
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
 12.5
CHIN20031 Classic Chinese Civilization
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
 12.5

Level 2 Core subjects - Entry Point 3

Code Name Study period Credit Points
CHIN20003 Chinese 5
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
 12.5
CHIN20004 Chinese 6
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
 12.5
CHIN20006 Great Chinese Classics
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
 12.5

Level 2 Core subjects - Entry Point 5

Code Name Study period Credit Points
CHIN20027 Chinese 7
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
 12.5
CHIN20028 Chinese 8
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
 12.5
CHIN20006 Great Chinese Classics
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
 12.5

Level 2 Core subjects - Entry Point 7

Code Name Study period Credit Points
CHIN20012 Chinese 9
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
 12.5
CHIN20013 Chinese 10
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
 12.5
CHIN20026 Advanced Chinese Translation
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
 12.5

Level 2 Core subjects - Entry Point 9

Code Name Study period Credit Points
CHIN20009 Chinese Economic Documents
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
 12.5
CHIN20016 Chinese Cinema
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
 12.5
CHIN20021 Analysis of Contemporary Chinese Society
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
 12.5

Level 3

Level 3 Core subjects - Entry Point 1

Code Name Study period Credit Points
CHIN30003 Chinese News Analysis
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
 12.5
CHIN30008 Chinese 5
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
 12.5
CHIN30009 Chinese 6
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
 12.5
CHIN30011 Great Chinese Classics
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
 12.5

Level 3 Core subjects - Entry Point 3

Code Name Study period Credit Points
CHIN30003 Chinese News Analysis
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
 12.5
CHIN30025 Chinese 7
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
 12.5
CHIN30026 Chinese 8
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
 12.5

Level 3 Core subjects - Entry Point 5

Code Name Study period Credit Points
CHIN30027 Chinese 9
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
 12.5
CHIN30028 Chinese 10
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
 12.5
CHIN30003 Chinese News Analysis
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
 12.5

Level 3 subjects - Entry Point 7

Code Name Study period Credit Points
CHIN30012 Chinese Economic Documents
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
 12.5
CHIN30006 Analysis of Contemporary Chinese Society
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
 12.5
CHIN30007 Advanced Seminar in Chinese
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
 12.5
CHIN30018 Chinese Cinema
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
 12.5

Level 3 Core subjects - Entry Point 9

Code Name Study period Credit Points
CHIN30005 Advanced Chinese Translation
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
 12.5
CHIN30007 Advanced Seminar in Chinese
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
 12.5

Level 3 electives - Entry Point 9

Code Name Study period Credit Points
CHIN30001 Classic Chinese Civilisation
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
 12.5
CHIN30002 Taiwan & Beyond: Chinese Settler Culture
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
 12.5

Notes

Please note: Students cannot undertake this major and the Chinese Societies minor due to the "Diversity of study" course rule.

Links

http://www.asiainstitute.unimelb.edu.au

 

Last updated: 3 May 2024