Crash Course China
This course offers a rapid yet comprehensive introduction to Chinese history, politics, and society, enabling participants to confidently analyze current events. Key topics include historical milestones from imperial times to the present under Xi Jinping, as well as contemporary issues like nationalism, trade, migration, and technology. Learners will develop practical skills in source evaluation, critical interpretation of official narratives, and respectful engagement with Chinese culture and perspectives.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
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What will I learn?
Crash Course China provides you with a quick, solid foundation in Chinese history, politics, and society so you can make sense of today's news with assurance. Delve into major milestones from the empire era to Xi Jinping, examine nationalism, trade, migration, and technology, and acquire useful skills for assessing sources, interpreting official stories, and interacting critically but respectfully with Chinese materials and people.
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Develop skills
- Analyse Chinese history to understand today's politics in a quick, practical manner.
- Identify bias in Chinese sources, media, and think tank reports with assurance.
- Place Chinese policy, propaganda, and nationalism in context for clear briefings.
- Utilise selected readings and search methods to prepare sharp China briefs swiftly.
- Interact with Chinese texts and people with critical, culturally aware sensitivity.
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