This unit offers an introduction to Classical Chinese, an ancient language that still plays a role in modern China and that often challenges Western notions of how languages behave. Students will develop a basic understanding of the grammar and vocabulary, thus equipping themselves for exploration of China's distinctive philosophical and literary traditions in the original language. They will undertake supplementary reading in English on a topic of their choice, thus enriching their knowledge of premodern Chinese culture.
Unit details and rules
Academic unit | Chinese Studies |
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Credit points | 6 |
Prerequisites
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Chinese native or background speakers or 12 credit points at 2000 level in Chinese Studies |
Corequisites
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None |
Prohibitions
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CHNS2611 |
Assumed knowledge
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None |
Available to study abroad and exchange students | Yes |
Teaching staff
Coordinator | Xiaohuan Zhao, xiaohuan.zhao@sydney.edu.au |
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Lecturer(s) | Xiaohuan Zhao, xiaohuan.zhao@sydney.edu.au |
Tutor(s) | Pak Yiu Yu, payu7023@uni.sydney.edu.au |