Chinese people and cultures

This highly topical course, delivered in partnership with the British Museum, explores the extraordinary ethnic diversity of the peoples of China which has, in turn, led to a richly complex cultural inheritance.

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Key course information

Date
16/10/11

Day(s)
Sun

Duration
1 week

Time
10:30 - 15:30

Fees
Full fee: £38^NC

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
HH311

Availability
This course has finished

^NC: No concessionary fees available as there is no government funding for this course.

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Course outline

What is the course about?

This course is about the complexity and diversity of China. Who are the Chinese? How does their long history relate to who they are today and to how the Centre rules this vast land? China views itself as a multi-ethnic state with 55 ‘minority nationalities’ or ethnic groups. What are the histories of these peoples and what has been their interaction with China’s changing rulers?

What topics will we cover?

We will briefly explore China’s Dynastic past and how this related to current geo-political issues. The diversity of Chinese peoples and cultures will be explained. We shall also look at the role of European imperialism in the Chinese context.

By the end of this course you should be able to:

- Explain what is meant by China as a ‘multi-ethnic’ state.
- identify the need to explore China’s history in order to understand it today.
- Name some of China’s ‘minority nationalities’ and understand something of their status and different cultures.

What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?

This course is open to all who are interested in China. No previous knowledge is required. Teaching will be informal with opportunities for questions.

How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?

Lectures, slides, question and answer sessions, video.

Do I need to have an interview before I can enrol?

No.

What feedback will I get?

You will receive regular feedback from your tutor throughout the course, as and when appropriate. At the end of the course you and your tutor are asked to assess the progress you have made.

How will I be able to give my views on the course?

Please complete the evaluation form at the end of your course. These are monitored and help us to continually improve our courses.

How do I find out if I can get some support for my learning?

You may be interested in: education and careers advice; financial and childcare support; disability support; support for Deaf and hearing-impaired students; dyslexia support; English and maths support; counselling, and library services (supported learning centre). To find out what may be available to you, and how to apply, see page 213 of the 11/12 course guide, or visit www.citylit.ac.uk/students

When I've finished, what course can I do next?

Any number of history courses or an anthropology taster which will help you appreciate the diversity of cultural expression.

General information and advice on courses at City Lit is available from the Information and Advice Shop, open Monday to Friday 12:00 – 19:00 during term time, and Monday to Friday 12:00 – 17:00 out of term time. See the course guide for term dates and further details.

Who can I contact for further information?

Tel: 020 7492 2652

humanities@citylit.ac.uk

Advice times:

During term-time Monday 12.30–13.30 and 17.30–18.30 Thursday 12.30–13.30 and 17.30–18.30

Non term-time Monday 17.30–18.30 Thursday 12.30–13.30.

To enrol on a course, call 020 7831 7831.