The Master of Chinese Studies (Coursework) programme offers a wide range of specialized themes about classical and modern China and the Southeast Asian Chinese. It provides an interdisciplinary approach to produce knowledgeable graduates in the field of Sinology in order to mobilize and contribute to the community and national development. This programme is designed to accommodate fresh graduates and industry practitioners to enable them to acquire new knowledge and increase their competitiveness to fulfil the increasing demand in the field of Sinology.
The programme has a total load of forty-two (42) credits consisting of:
Courses offered are:
| Component | Overall credits (Per semester) |
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| Core course | Elective course (Choose 5 courses only) |
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| Semester One | |||||||
| Subject | Credits | Subject | Credits | ||||
| AQB7001 Research Methodology for Chinese Studies |
3 | AQB7006 Classical Chinese Literature |
3 | 18 | |||
| AQB7003 History of China |
3 | AQB7008 Contemporary China |
3 | ||||
| AQB7012 The Chinese Society in Southeast Asia |
3 | AQB7011 Mahua Literature |
3 | ||||
| AQB7013 Special Topics in Chinese Studies |
3 | ||||||
| Semester Two | |||||||
| AQB7002 Research Project |
6 | AQB7007 Modern and Contemporary Chinese Literature |
3 | 18 | |||
| AQB7004 Chinese Philosophy |
3 | AQB7009 Chinese Linguistic |
3 | ||||
| AQB7005 Studies of Malaysian Chinese Society |
3 | AQB7010 Study of Hong Lou Meng |
3 | ||||
| Special Semester | |||||||
| AQB7002 Research Project |
6 | 6 | |||||
| Total Credits | 42 | ||||||
SYNOPSIS COURSE
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TITLE & SYNOPSIS |
| Core course | |
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AQB7001 |
Research Methodology for Chinese Studies This course explicates the meaning of research in Chinese studies. Students are required to identity research problems, apply the right research methodology and software tools to gather data. This course esposes students to major theories in Chinese Studies, which can be used as theoretical frameworks or guidance in their thesis writing. Students are also required to complete a research proposal in the discipline of Chinese studies. |
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AQB7002 |
Research Project This course introduces ways in carrying out research and writing research report. Students will form research questions and research design which are applicable, evaluate literature systematically, collect and analysis research data, then produce research report for examination. |
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AQB7003 |
History of China This course focuses on systematic explanation of major historiography in the study of the History of China by referring to the writings of ancient Chinese historians. In addition, the course will also analyze in-depth historical events and their implications. |
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AQB7004 |
Chinese Philosophy This course focuses on systematic explanations of the main ideas and concepts of Chinese Philosophy by referring to key philosophers and key texts of Chinese Philosophy. Major trends such as Confucianism, Taoism and Chinese Buddhism will be discussed. In addition, the course will also further analyse the development of Chinese Philosophy from the Pre-Qin era till modern day. |
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AQB7005 |
Studies of Malaysian Chinese Society This course examines the major perspectives of Malaysian Chinese studies. It discusses the major concepts and theories in the narratives of Chinese migration and adaption in Malaysia. This course also compares the varying responses of local Chinese groups in the recent socio-political development in Malaysia. The last part evaluates the impacts of globalization including the rise of China on the social development of Malaysian Chinese. |
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AQB7012 |
The Chinese Society in Southeast Asia This course examines the major concepts and theories in the studies of the Chinese in Southeast Asia. It discusses the application of these theories in the narratives of Chinese migration and adaption in the region in relation to its culture, colonialism, economic and political developments. This course also compares the varying responses of Southeast Asian Chinese in the recent socio-political developments. The last part evaluates the impacts of globalization including the rise of China on the social development of Southeast Asian Chinese. |
| Elective course | |
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AQB7006 |
Classical Chinese Literature This course aims at enhance the skill of analyzing various format of great classical Chinese literature from the Zhou Dysnasty to the end of the Qing Dynasty. Through the course, in order to enhance the introduction of knowledge and disciplines related to classical literature studies, postgraduate students are exposed to the diversity of studies and research in chinese classical literature. Thus, skills to appreciate and further analyze Chinese masterpieces of classical Chinese literature can be enhanced. |
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AQB7007 |
Modern and Contemporary Chinese Literature This course exposes students to the social and aesthetic aspects of Modern and Contemporary Chinese Literature. Emphasis will be given to the application of literary theories and critical analysis of various genres of Modern and Contemporary Chinese Literature. The important literature writings and research findings from China, Taiwan and Hong Kong will also be evaluated to expose a clear picture of the development of Modern and Contemporary Chinese Literature. |
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AQB7008 |
Contemporary China This course examines various aspects of contemporary China through the socio-cultural and historical approach. The course traces the political and societal development of China since 1978 to the present administration. The rise of China, political transition, China model of development, new role of China in international order, domestic problems and challenges encountered by contemporary China will be the focus of the course. |
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AQB7009 |
Chinese Linguistics This course shows how linguists analyse the structure and the use of Chinese language. It advances knowledge of Chinese linguistics and focuses on the system and structure of Chinese language. It critically reviews the basic concepts in phonetics, phonology, morphology, syntax and semantics and the application of these concepts in the analysis of linguistic data. |
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AQB7010 |
Studies on Hong Lou Meng This course will examine the masterpieces of Chinese Classical novel Hong Lou Meng. It focuses on analysis and appreciation of the arts and culture of the novel. Discussion on the research of Commentator Group, Index group and Textual Criticism Group, and also the writing skill, literature tradition and innovation will be conducted. |
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AQB7011 |
Mahua Literature This course is an introduction to Mahua Literature created since 1917 till now through the appreciation of the articles in the different periods. The students will analyze and evaluate the selected works of Mahua Literature. Analysis of the selected texts will be based on a literary tradition in the region, culture, use of language, as well as issues literary tradition in Chinese in the context of post-colonial theory. |
| AQB7013 | Special Topics in Chinese Studies This course is designed to provide students an opportunity to deepen the knowledge of a specific topic in related to Chinese studies. Students would gain required knowledge and skills in preparing assignments that determined by supervisors. |
An applicant shall have:
An interview will be conducted if needed.
Intake schedule: September
Last Update: 13/07/2023