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150128 UE Introduction to Chinese Politics (2011W)
Continuous assessment of course work
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Registration/Deregistration
Note: The time of your registration within the registration period has no effect on the allocation of places (no first come, first served).
- Registration is open from Th 15.09.2011 10:00 to Fr 07.10.2011 10:00
- Deregistration possible until Su 23.10.2011 10:00
Details
max. 30 participants
Language: English
Lecturers
Classes (iCal) - next class is marked with N
- Wednesday 05.10. 10:00 - 13:00 Seminarraum Sinologie 1 UniCampus Hof 2 2F-O1-10
- Wednesday 12.10. 10:00 - 13:00 Seminarraum Sinologie 1 UniCampus Hof 2 2F-O1-10
- Wednesday 19.10. 10:00 - 13:00 Seminarraum Sinologie 1 UniCampus Hof 2 2F-O1-10
- Wednesday 09.11. 10:00 - 13:00 Seminarraum Sinologie 1 UniCampus Hof 2 2F-O1-10
- Wednesday 16.11. 10:00 - 13:00 Seminarraum Sinologie 1 UniCampus Hof 2 2F-O1-10
- Wednesday 23.11. 10:00 - 13:00 Seminarraum Sinologie 1 UniCampus Hof 2 2F-O1-10
- Wednesday 30.11. 10:00 - 13:00 Seminarraum Sinologie 1 UniCampus Hof 2 2F-O1-10
Information
Aims, contents and method of the course
This course is designed to introduce students to key aspects of Chinese politics, with a focus on the post-Mao reforms since 1978. Discussion topics include Chinese political history (1949 to present), Chinese government structure and institutions, public opinion and nationalism in China, economic reforms and their political implications, political reform, internet and civil society, and other emerging issues in current Chinese society.
Assessment and permitted materials
Class Participation 20%
Presentation 30%
Research Paper 50% (10 pages double spaced and including bibliography)
Presentation 30%
Research Paper 50% (10 pages double spaced and including bibliography)
Minimum requirements and assessment criteria
The goal of the course is to help students to gain different perspectives on current Chinese government structure, most importantly, the dynamics of the ongoing process of economic and political reforms.
Examination topics
Students are required to do assigned readings before class, do one presentation and actively participate in class discussions. Students are also required to write one research paper by the end of the course.
Reading list
Association in the course directory
PR 220
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