The basic grammar of Classical Chinese and introductory readings.

1. To acquire an introductory command of Classical Chinese and to develop a rudimentary understanding of aspects of its syntax

2. To acquire skills of literary translation from Classical Chinese into English and an understanding of the history of translation in China

3. To become familiar with a range of issues, both theoretical and methodological, pertaining to Chinese Studies/Sinology

4. To develop skills in the use of a range of basic Chinese and English language Sinological bibliographical and other reference tools

5. To have applied these various skills, understandings and methodologies to specific topics in the Sinological field

4 Translation Assignments (10% each; due 20 March, 9 April, 1 & 29 May) - 40%

Final Examination - 35%

1 Essay (min. 2000 words; due 15 May)  - 25%

The first form of assessment as listed above (translation assignments), is designed to develop learning outcomes 2 and 3; the essay is designed to develop learning outcomes 3-5; the final examination is designed to consolidate learning outcome 1.

Thirty hours per semester

Modern Chinese 2 (CHIN2020) or Written Japanese B (JPNS1015) or permission of the coordinator.