979112 Advanced China Studies

This subject is designed to extend students' skills and knowledge derived from their undergraduate studies by deepening their understanding of key political, social and cultural aspects of China. The subject comprises a lecture series and a component of research project development. The lecture series showcases ongoing research by senior academic staff, and thus provides students with a cutting edge insight into Chinese issues and concerns as researched at the UTS Centre for China Studies.

The research project consists of a literature review, a research proposal, and a major essay. The aim of this component is to allow students to demonstrate their capacities to produce a professional-level project in an area of China studies appropriate for entry into a career in research, foreign affairs and trade, and business. Under the supervision of senior researchers, students are able to explore different methodologies, theoretical frameworks and techniques and their practical application to problems or issues of a transnational scope. They are expected to read widely and encouraged to begin devising research projects for in-country study or a dissertation.

Typical availability

Autumn semester, City campus