This seminar is an advanced language course designed to introduce key current aspects of the Chinese political system, international relations, economic developments, and society. It provides opportunities for exploring and analysing contemporary issues, including those arising from China’s ascendancy as a world power. The course allows students to develop relevant knowledge and critical thinking skills to achieve a holistic understanding of contemporary China.
The selected materials are intended to improve students’ language skills (reading, listening, and writing) through interactive online skill-building exercises and articles based on Chinese sources. The course is divided into three units: economy, international relations, and society. These learning units systematically build on one another, enabling learners to accumulate knowledge, concepts, and vocabulary. The teaching materials and processes are specially designed for individual and self-directed learning. At the end of each unit, discussions on the topics will take place online or in-person sessions.
The seminar is taught in both English, sources are in Chinese, with both Chinese and English used as working languages during class sessions. Requirement: minimum Chinese HSK 3-4 level. The course will be conducted using the LSI online platform. The platform, its contents, and the general organisation will be explained in the first session.
Native speakers of Chinese are not eligible to enrol in this seminar.
- Kursleiter/in: Mireia Aina Paulo Noguera