This unit emphasises the application of students' language training to the study of Chinese sources reflecting contemporary Chinese culture and society. It deals with authentic materials regarding various current issues in China. Emphasis is also placed on building vocabulary used in the media (print, television and Internet) and widening the understanding of research skills.<br/><br/>Successful completion of this unit brings students to the ISLPR Level 4 (International Second Language Proficiency Ratings) or New HSK Level 5 (New Chinese Proficiency Test) or CEFR C1 (Common European Framework of Reference for Languages). -- Course Website
Instructor: Assistant Professor Wang Yi
Prerequisites: CHIN3407 Chinese 7 or CHIN3307 Chinese Specialist I