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Topics in Chinese Studies (CHIN40008)

HonoursPoints: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)

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This subject involves a series of regular meetings between the supervisor and students to discuss topics of contemporary or special interest in the field of Chinese studies. Topics will vary from year to year, depending on the interests of the cohort of students and their study needs. The subject is designed to offer students the opportunity to conduct independent research in their respective disciplines in areas of interest to them and present the findings in a scholarly manner. Students can choose topics of study that interest them, and students need to contact the subject coordinator in the first week of semester regarding a topic and appointing a supervisor. 

Intended learning outcomes

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

  • Critically appraise current developments in China and in the discipline of Chinese Studies
  • Engage with debates on issues on China where appropriate
  • Articulate their findings and views in oral and written formats.

Generic skills

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

  • Exercise critical thinking and analysis in evaluating information
  • Critically engage with scholarly debates
  • Develop reasoned arguments
  • Demonstrate well-founded reasoning.

Last updated: 6 February 2026