Modern Languages and Cultures |
The information contained in this module specification was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change, either during the session because of unforeseen circumstances, or following review of the module at the end of the session. Queries about the module should be directed to the member of staff with responsibility for the module. |
Title | INTRODUCTION TO CHINESE STUDIES I | ||
Code | CHIN120 | ||
Coordinator |
Dr A Becher Languages, Cultures and Film Angela.Becher@liverpool.ac.uk |
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Year | CATS Level | Semester | CATS Value |
Session 2023-24 | Level 4 FHEQ | First Semester | 15 |
Pre-requisites before taking this module (other modules and/or general educational/academic requirements): |
Modules for which this module is a pre-requisite: |
Co-requisite modules: |
Teaching Schedule |
Lectures | Seminars | Tutorials | Lab Practicals | Fieldwork Placement | Other | TOTAL | |
Study Hours |
22 |
22 | |||||
Timetable (if known) | |||||||
Private Study | 128 | ||||||
TOTAL HOURS | 150 |
Assessment |
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EXAM | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
CONTINUOUS | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
% of final mark |
Resit/resubmission opportunity |
Penalty for late submission |
Notes |
There is a resit opportunity This will be marked anonymously Standard UoL penalties will apply. | 0 | 40 | ||||
There is a resit opportunity This will be marked anonymously Standard UoL penalties will apply. | 0 | 60 |
Aims |
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To familiarize students with key knowledge and debates about China, its history, culture, politics and economy from late imperial times to the mid-20th century; To help students learn key vocabulary and concepts in Chinese language pertaining to the discussed subject matters; To help students gain confidence in discussing relevant issues relating to modern and contemporary China; To promote students’ global citizenship by enabling them to discuss the role of China in its global context and to apply gained knowledge in a China-related workplace; To enable students to undertake independent research on China-related subject matters to construct coherent, persuasive and well-supported arguments in writing; To enhance students’ digital fluency through interactive e-learning on the VLE platform; the use of digital translation tools, blogs, China-specific internet searches, the use of Chinese streaming websites etc. |
Learning Outcomes |
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(LO1) Demonstrate a knowledge of key debates and themes relating to premodern, modern and 20th-century China |
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(LO2) Understand a text relating to Chinese culture within its broad historical, political, economic and social context |
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(LO3) Successfully apply a close reading to a text relating to Chinese culture and society |
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(S1) Information skills - information accessing and critical reading |
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(S2) Research skills - independent analysis, critical thinking and problem solving |
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(S3) Communication skills (oral, written and visual) - Academic writing and class presentation |
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(S4) Confidence |
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(S5) Global citizenship - Cultural awareness |
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(S6) Digital fluency |
Teaching and Learning Strategies |
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The majority of teaching will be delivered face-to-face on campus. Online delivery will be used to complement the on-campus delivery and where technology affords a better learning experience. Workshop: |
Syllabus |
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Topics covered during the module may include: Late imperial history (eg. including Opium wars, Boxer uprising); The New Culture Movement; Early Chinese cinema; Language and language reform; The Communist takeover. |
Recommended Texts |
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Reading lists are managed at readinglists.liverpool.ac.uk. Click here to access the reading lists for this module. |