Undergraduate Course: Chinese History 3 (ASST09003)
Course Outline
| School |
School of Literatures, Languages and Cultures |
College |
College of Humanities and Social Science |
| Course type |
Standard |
Availability |
Not available to visiting students |
| Credit level (Normal year taken) |
SCQF Level 9 (Year 3 Undergraduate) |
Credits |
20 |
| Home subject area |
Asian Studies |
Other subject area |
None |
| Course website |
None
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Taught in Gaelic? |
No |
| Course description |
The course presents a broad outline of the historical foundations of China's imperial history, exemplified in the figure of the First Emperor. Students will be introduced to an important chapter in Chinese history, the founding of the first Qin Dynasty and its political, social, cultural and ideological implications. The First Emperor is a perfect example to elaborate on issues relevant also in contemporary Chinese society, where he is utilized in contemporary debates about Neo-Confucianism, nationalism and patriotism accordingly and is presented as heroic figure in films and exhibitions. Students will also be introduced to a variety of multimedia sources and issues of historiographical writing.
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Entry Requirements
| Pre-requisites |
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Co-requisites |
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| Prohibited Combinations |
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Other requirements |
None
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| Additional Costs |
None |
Course Delivery Information
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| Delivery period: 2010/11 Full Year, Not available to visiting students (SS1)
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WebCT enabled: Yes |
Quota: None |
| Location |
Activity |
Description |
Weeks |
Monday |
Tuesday |
Wednesday |
Thursday |
Friday |
| No Classes have been defined for this Course |
| First Class |
First class information not currently available |
| Additional information |
The course will be offered as an e-learning course. Students will respond to weekly reading assignments to the course tutor, and actively participate in discussion groups. |
| No Exam Information |
Summary of Intended Learning Outcomes
knowledge about the foundational period of the Chinese Empire.
familiarisation with historical sources and issues of historical writing.
development of analytical skills in reading and interpreting historical sources and their contemporary utilisation in various media.
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Assessment Information
50% responses on reading assignment
50% 3000 word essay after completion of e course
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Special Arrangements
| None |
Additional Information
| Academic description |
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| Syllabus |
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| Transferable skills |
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| Reading list |
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| Study Abroad |
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| Study Pattern |
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| Keywords |
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Contacts
| Course organiser |
Dr Joachim Gentz
Tel: 0131 22909024
Email: joachim.gentz@ed.ac.uk |
Course secretary |
Mr David Horn
Tel: (0131 6)50 4227
Email: david.horn@ed.ac.uk |
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