This combined language and politics course enables students to study Chinese language alongside a comprehensive introduction to Chinese politics and society. Students will undertake one of two levels of Chinese language; Beginners Chinese (level 1) is designed for ab initio learners and does not require any prior knowledge of Mandarin Chinese or Beginners Chinese (level 2) which is a continuation of Beginners Chinese 1 and completes the coverage of the major grammar and syntax of Modern Chinese. As well as the language students will be focusing on the transformations within society and politics that have taken place since the Communist Party came to power in 1949. In addition to providing a historical overview and factual information, the course aims to promote critical understanding of Chinese political events and social structures. An important aim of the course is to encourage students to move beyond the often one-sided image of China presented in the Western media.

Period
23-06-2014 - 24-07-2014 (5 weeks)

Target group
Students of higher and further education.

Course aim
Beginners Chinese (Level 1)This course is designed for ab initio learners and does not require any prior knowledge of Mandarin Chinese. On completing the course, students should be familiar with Pinyin system and achieve a working knowledge of 200-300 characters (simplified form) and of basic grammar and sentence patterns. They should be able to read, write, listen to, and understand simple Chinese sentences and dialogues.Beginners Chinese (Level 2)This course is a continuation of Beginners Chinese 1. It completes the coverage of the major grammar and syntax of Modern Chinese. On completing the course, students should be able to manage daily communications with a working knowledge of 600-700 characters (simplified form).



Credits
0.0 ECTS creditsStudents are usually able to obtain credits from their home institution. However the summer courses remain non-accredited by SOAS. If you intend to claim credits from your home institution, please check the requirements with them before you enrol.

Course fee
GBP 2500[Convert to USD]Tuition fees.GBP 300[Convert to USD]Per week accommodation fees.-

Course leader
Michel Hockx.

Scholarships
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SOAS, University of London Enterprise
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