Postgraduate Course: Introduction to Chinese Society and Culture II (ASST11046)
Course Outline
| School | School of Literatures, Languages and Cultures |
College | College of Humanities and Social Science |
| Course type | Standard |
Availability | Not available to visiting students |
| Credit level (Normal year taken) | SCQF Level 11 (Postgraduate) |
Credits | 20 |
| Home subject area | Asian Studies |
Other subject area | None |
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Taught in Gaelic? | No |
| Course description | The course will provide students with a foundation in Chinese history, culture and society. Topics will include the historical foundations of Chinese philosophies, religions and ideologies, the origins of China's contemporary political and social structure, and aspects of Chinese literary culture. |
Entry Requirements (not applicable to Visiting Students)
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Other requirements | None |
| Additional Costs | None |
Course Delivery Information
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| Delivery period: 2012/13 Semester 1, Not available to visiting students (SS1)
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WebCT enabled: Yes |
Quota: None |
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Summary of Intended Learning Outcomes
| Students will gain a comprehensive understanding of modern and contemporary Chinese society and culture, and will be able to present their views orally and in writing in standard formats. Students will learn through participation in class and in written work to pay attention to logic, accuracy and expression. |
Assessment Information
| One 4,000 word essay to be submitted as directed in the programme handbook |
Special Arrangements
| None |
Additional Information
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Contacts
| Course organiser | Dr Daniel Hammond
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Course secretary | Ms Olivia Little
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