This is an advanced level Cantonese course. It focuses on building up students’; communication skills in professional contexts and with multi-media materials. Utilising texts from contemporary mass media in Hong Kong, the course also incorporates training in practical translation/interpreting between Cantonese and Mandarin and discussions on social issues and popular culture in Hong Kong.

Upon successful completion of the course students will be able to demonstrate:

1.  developed presentation and negotiation skills in Cantonese in professional contexts;

2.  developed listening skills in Cantonese;

3.  in-depth knowledge on comparisons and translations between Cantonese and Mandarin;

4.  in-depth knowledge and insights on Cantonese popular culture in Hong Kong.

Assessment will be based on

(1) classroom participation and preparation of in-class readings (10%) (LO 2,3,4);

(2) Mid-term oral exam (recorded) (20%) (LO 2) ;

(3) a group project of film dubbing (25%) (LO 2, 3, 4); 

(4) an in-class presentation and analysis of Cantonese language material (recorded) (15%) (LO 1, 4);  and

(5) Final exam on oral presentation and listening comprehension (recorded) (30%) (LO 1, 2, 3).

3 contact hours a week; students are expected to spend at least three hour per week for take-home assignments, preparations for presentations, etc.

Cantonese B or equivalent

Incompatible with CHIN3203

Knowledge of Mandarin equivalent to the level of Modern Chinese 6.

The materials will be prepared by the lecturer and uploaded to Wattle before lectures.