CHN10050
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Academic Year 2025/2026
Chinese Culture (CHN10050)
Subject: : Chinese Studies
College: : VP for Global Engagement
School: : Irish Institute for Chinese St
Level: : 1 (Introductory)
Credits: : 5
Module Coordinator: : Assoc Professor Lan Li
Trimester: : Autumn
Mode of Delivery: : On Campus
Internship Module: : No
How will I be graded? : Letter grades
Curricular information is subject to change.
This module provides an introduction to China, improving students' understanding and knowledge of China with a particular focus on Chinese culture. The topics covered include: ancient Chinese history, philosophy, religion, language, tea and food culture, festivals, calligraphy and painting, music, traditional medicine, sports and martial arts. Various workshops are organised to promote students’ cultural understanding through their own experiences, such as learning Chinese business etiquette and table manners in a Chinese restaurant, practising Chinese calligraphy and painting with Chinese artists, practising Chinese martial arts with a Taiji master and learning to play a simple piece of music using Chinese musical instruments. Guest speakers are invited to share their expertise with students in the relevant areas of the course.
About this Module
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What will I learn?
Learning Outcomes:
On completion of this module students should have developed their knowledge of China, in particular in the various aspects of Chinese culture. \ \ Upon successful completion of this module students should be able to:\ \ 1. Demonstrate understanding on key claims of Chinese philosophies introduced in the module.\ 2. Identify implications of these philosophies in both traditional and modern contexts of family value, social life and popular culture in China. \ 3. Present an analysis of Chinese cultural elements in comparison with students’ own cultural environment. \ 4. Reflect on students’ own cultural and disciplinary experience and enhance the understanding of topics discussed from various perspectives.\
How will I learn?
Student Effort Hours:
| Student Effort Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Small Group | 24 |
| Tutorial | 12 |
| Seminar (or Webinar) | 4 |
| Specified Learning Activities | 36 |
| Autonomous Student Learning | 48 |
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| Total | 124 |
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Approaches to Teaching and Learning:
This module requires a high level of student participation. Various learning and teaching methods are listed below. \ \ • Students will attend lectures during which key contents are covered and topics of discussion are assigned.\ • Students are required to read assigned literature prior to lectures and join discussions. \ • Screening sessions of films and documentaries will provide students with case studies of Chinese culture in various settings. \ • Guest speakers are invited to present his/her knowledge and experience on certain aspect of Chinese culture. Various workshops will be organised to provide hands-on experience of Chinese culture.\ • Students are expected to carry out online discussion and exchange of opinions on course contents or other relevant topics through the platform of VLE.\ \ \
Am I eligible to take this module?
Requirements, Exclusions and Recommendations
Not applicable to this module.
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Module Requisites and Incompatibles
Equivalents:\ Chinese Culture (BCHN10100)\ \ \ \
How will I be assessed?
Assessment Strategy
| Description | Timing | Component Scale | Must Pass Component | % of Final Grade | In Module Component Repeat Offered |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assignment(Including Essay): Students are required to submit a response paper addressing an article or book chapter assigned by the lecturer. | Week 6 | Standard conversion grade scale 40% | No | 20 | No |
| Exam (Take-Home): Students are required to submit two essays based on lecture content and reading materials, including those recommended by the lecturer as well as those they find on their own. | Week 15 | Standard conversion grade scale 40% | No | 30 | No |
| Group Work Assignment: This assignment is divided into two parts: a group presentation and a group essay. The schedule for each group will be determined by the topic they are assigned. | Week 4, Week 5, Week 6, Week 7, Week 8, Week 9, Week 10, Week 11 | Standard conversion grade scale 40% | No | 30 | No |
| Participation in Learning Activities: Students' weekly attendance and participation will be tracked and graded. | Week 1, Week 2, Week 3, Week 4, Week 5, Week 6, Week 7, Week 8, Week 9, Week 10, Week 11, Week 12 | Standard conversion grade scale 40% | No | 20 | No |
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Carry forward of passed components
Yes
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What happens if I fail?
| Resit In | Terminal Exam |
|---|---|
| Spring | No |
Please see Student Jargon Buster for more information about remediation types and timing. \
Assessment feedback
Feedback Strategy/Strategies
• Online automated feedback\ • Self-assessment activities\
How will my Feedback be Delivered?
Not yet recorded.
Associated Staff
| Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Assoc Professor Lan Li | Lecturer / Co-Lecturer |
When is this module offered?
Timetabling information is displayed only for guidance purposes, relates to the current Academic Year only and is subject to change.
| Autumn | Tutorial | Offering 1 | Week(s) - Autumn: All Weeks | Thurs 11:00 - 11:50 |
| Autumn | Lecture | Offering 1 | Week(s) - Autumn: All Weeks | Tues 11:00 - 12:50 |