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Chinese Studies: Culture and Empire (CHIN20007)

Undergraduate level 2Points: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)

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This introductory subject examines Chinese society and culture by looking at the relationship between cultural systems and imperial power. It addresses the long-term development of social and intellectual structures in China in relation to empire as a political order and a system of territorial domination. Students should gain a foundation for further study of Chinese society and culture and specific skills in the writing of essays.

This subject is taught in English.

Intended learning outcomes

Students who successfully complete this subject should be able to:

  • Have acquired a knowledge of major long-term developments in Chinese society and culture through the study of secondary scholarship in English. This will provide them with the background knowledge for advanced studies in Chinese language
  • Be able to use scholarly analysis to examine major world social and cultural systems
  • Develop arguments from critical reading of academic materials and present them in writing and speech
  • Recognise the importance of long-term perspectives in the study of culture and society.

Generic skills

Students who successfully complete this subject should be able to:

  • Acquire written communication skills through essay writing and seminar discussion
  • Show attention to detail through essay preparation and writing
  • Acquire time management and planning skills through managing and organising workloads for recommended reading, essay and assignment completion
  • Acquire public speaking skills through tutorial discussion.

Last updated: 19 September 2024