CHIN3218 Reading in Chinese Philosophy
Later Year Course
| Offered By | School of Culture, History and Language |
|---|---|
| Academic Career | Undergraduate |
| Course Subject | Chinese |
| Offered in | CHIN3218 will not be offered in 2011 |
| Unit Value | 6 units |
| Course Description |
This advanced level course introduces students to a range of key writings in Chinese philosophy. The course provides training in reading and translating advanced Chinese texts and knowledge of key figures, schools and concepts in Chinese philosophy. Skill in reading advanced texts is essential for studies at the Honours level and beyond and for general research purposes. Course readings consist of selections from writings dating from the pre-Qin period to the contemporary period. The readings are all in modern Chinese; where appropriate, the original texts will also be used alongside the modern Chinese versions. The readings are presented in a chronological sequence to emphasize changing intellectual trends as well as changes in language style. |
| Indicative Assessment | (1) two short translations (25% each), (2) end of semester examination (30%), (3) classroom participation (10%) and homework (10%) |
| Workload |
Thirty-one hours per semester |
| Areas of Interest | Asian Languages |
| Requisite Statement | NIL. This course is available to both undergraduate and graduate students. Consultation with the lecturer is recommended if students are in doubt as to the appropriateness of their background for taking this course. |
| Prescribed Texts |
The reading materials will be prepared by the lecturer and available as handouts or as an eBrick |
| Majors/Specialisations | Chinese Language |
| Academic Contact | Dr John Makeham |
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