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Chinese Studies minor
Bachelor of ArtsMinorYear: 2023
Chinese Studies minor
Contact information
Coordinator
Professor Jia Gao
Email: jia@unimelb.edu.au
Currently enrolled students:
Future students:
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
Students who complete this minor will:
- 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: 10 November 2023
Structure
75 credit 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
Due to the wide range of student language proficiency levels (from beginners to fluent), the Chinese Studies program provides six language entry points, the super advanced entry point is only available as a minor, available to students who have completed secondary education in a Chinese environment.
The entry points for this minor 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
- Super Advanced Entry: This is an entry point only available as a minor and is for students who have completed secondary education in a Chinese environment
This minor requires the completion of either:
Entry Point 1
- 25 credit points of EP1 Level 1 core subjects
- 25 credit points of EP1 Level 2 core subjects
- 25 credit points of EP1 Level 3 core subjects
OR
Entry Point 3
- 25 credit points of EP3 Level 1 core subjects
- 25 credit points of EP3 Level 2 core subjects
- 25 credit points of EP3 Level 3 core subjects
OR
Entry Point 5
- 25 credit points of EP5 Level 1 Core subjects
- 25 credit points of EP5 Level 2 Core subjects
- 25 credit points of EP5 Level 3 Core subjects
OR
Entry Point 7
- 25 credit points of EP7 Level 1 Core subjects
- 25 credit points of EP7 Level 2 Core subjects
- 25 credit points of EP7 Level 3 subjects
OR
Entry Point 9
- 25 credit points of EP9 Level 1 Core subjects
- 25 credit points of EP9 Level 2 Core subjects
12.5 credit points of EP9 Level 3 Core subjects and 12.5 credit points of EP9 Level 3 electives
OR
Super Advanced Entry Point
- 25 credit points of Super Advanced Level 1 Core subjects
- 25 credit points of Super Advanced Level 2 Core subjects
- 25 credit points of Super Advanced Level 3 Core subjects
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 1 core subjects – Super Advanced Entry Point
Code | Name | Study period | Credit Points |
---|---|---|---|
CHIN10019 | Contemporary Chinese Literature | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
CHIN10009 | Chinese Cinema | 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 |
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 |
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 |
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 |
Level 2 core subjects – Entry Point 9
Code | Name | Study period | Credit Points |
---|---|---|---|
CHIN20016 | Chinese Cinema | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
CHIN20009 | Chinese Economic Documents | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
Level 2 core subjects – Super Advanced Entry Point
Code | Name | Study period | Credit Points |
---|---|---|---|
CHIN20009 | Chinese Economic Documents | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
CHIN20026 | Advanced Chinese Translation | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
Level 3
Level 3 core subjects – Entry Point 1
Code | Name | Study period | Credit Points |
---|---|---|---|
CHIN30008 | Chinese 5 | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
CHIN30009 | Chinese 6 | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
Level 3 core subjects – Entry Point 3
Code | Name | Study period | Credit Points |
---|---|---|---|
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 |
---|---|---|---|
CHIN30028 | Chinese 10 | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
CHIN30027 | Chinese 9 | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
Level 3 subjects – Entry Point 7
Code | Name | Study period | Credit Points |
---|---|---|---|
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 |
CHIN30012 | Chinese Economic Documents | 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 |
---|---|---|---|
CHIN30007 | Advanced Seminar in Chinese | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
Level 3 electives – Entry Point 9
Code | Name | Study period | Credit Points |
---|---|---|---|
CHIN30005 | Advanced Chinese Translation | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
CHIN30001 | Classic Chinese Civilisation | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
CHIN30002 | Taiwan & Beyond: Chinese Settler Culture | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
Level 3 core subjects – Super Advanced Entry Point
Code | Name | Study period | Credit Points |
---|---|---|---|
CHIN30007 | Advanced Seminar in Chinese | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
CHIN30006 | Analysis of Contemporary Chinese Society | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
Notes
Please note: Students cannot undertake this minor and the Chinese Societies minor due to the "Diversity of study" course rule
Links
http://www.asiainstitute.unimelb.edu.au/study/chinese
Last updated: 10 November 2023