Chinese Studies Minor Learning Outcomes
Students who successfully complete a minor in Chinese Studies will:
- Understand the evolution of the culture, history, military, thoughts, and institutions of China;
- Become aware of the Chinese historical experience and perspective in the modern global political-economic context;
- Grasp the most recent trends in contemporary Chinese development as well as major directions in the field of Chinese Studies;
- Develop critical thinking and writing skills and research tools through interdisciplinary approaches;
- Be exposed to a wide range of language clubs, study abroad programs, Chinese festivities, and international internship opportunities.
Requirements:
Linguistic and Cultural Perspectives Requirement:
At least 12 credits selected from among the following:
CHIN 110 - Beginning Chinese I
CHIN 120 - Beginning Chinese II
CHIN 200 - Chinese Civilization (in English)
CHIN 215 - Intermediate Chinese
CHIN 225 - Chinese Readings, Film, and Composition
CHIN 305 - Advanced Chinese Language and Culture I
CHIN 355 - Modern Chinese Literature in Translation (in English)
CHIN 385 - Contemporary Chinese Cinema (in English)
RELST 160 - Buddhism
RELST 170 - Religions of China
Historical and Political Perspectives Requirement:
At least 12 credits selected from among the following:
HIST 165 - Pre-Modern China: Religion, Philosophy, and Society
HIST 167 - Modern China, 1800-2000
HIST 272 - Socialism and Post-Socialism in People's Republic of China
HIST 353 - Women and Revolution in China
HIST 355 - Modern Chinese Warfare
HIST 573 - Mao's Cultural Revolution
POLSC 228 - Government and Politics of China
POLSC 336 - East Asian Democracy: Theory and Practice
POLSC 386 - Chinese Political Thought: From Confucius to the New Left
POLSC 584 - Seminar: Comparative Politics
Advanced Coursework Requirement:
At least one course from each of the two categories above must be at the 300-level or above (two courses total).