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DRPS : Course Catalogue : School of Literatures, Languages and Cultures : Asian Studies

Undergraduate Course: Chinese History 3 (ASST09003)

Course Outline
SchoolSchool of Literatures, Languages and Cultures CollegeCollege of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences
Credit level (Normal year taken)SCQF Level 9 (Year 3 Undergraduate) AvailabilityNot available to visiting students
SCQF Credits20 ECTS Credits10
SummaryThe 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.

This course is intended for students on a Chinese language degree programme (single and joint honours).
Course description Not entered
Entry Requirements (not applicable to Visiting Students)
Pre-requisites Co-requisites
Prohibited Combinations Other requirements None
Course Delivery Information
Not being delivered
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.

Reading List
None
Additional Information
Graduate Attributes and Skills Not entered
Additional Class Delivery 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.
KeywordsAS Chinese H 3
Contacts
Course organiserDr Mark McLeister
Tel: (0131 6)50 4232
Email: Mark.McLeister@ed.ac.uk
Course secretaryMr David Horn
Tel: (0131 6)50 4227
Email: david.horn@ed.ac.uk
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