CHNS5982 - Approaches to Research on Modern China (2008)

Postgraduate

Department: Chinese Studies School: School of Languages and Cultures Semester(s): Semester 1 Year(s) offered: 2008 Credit Points: 6 Co-ordinator: Dr E. U

UoS Description:

This unit offers a survey of recent developments in selected aspects of research on modern Chinese society, politics and culture. Seminar discussion will be used to explore the approach, conceptual framework, methodology and findings of some innovative studies (perhaps including work in progress). The purpose is to provide (a) an update on the current state of research on debated issues and (b) research training that would be both useful in postgraduate work and transferable to a range of professional contexts.

UoS Learning Situations:

2 hour seminar per week

UoS Assessment:

5,000 words written work + presentation based on proposal or essay + classwork assessment

Prohibition:

ASNS5902, JPNS5902, INMS6903

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