Master of Arts in Chinese Studies
Course Descriptions


CHST 520. Introduction to Chinese Literature
Cr. 3. Study of selected works of Chinese literature in English translation. Some reading may be done in Chinese by qualified students.

CHST 531. Contemporary Chinese in Mass Media I
Cr. 4. Builds advanced language skills and explores contemporary Chinese culture using Chinese-language mass media sources.  Particular emphasis on speaking an aural comprehension.  Prerequisite: FLC 306 or equivalent.

CHST 532. Contemporary Chinese in Mass Media II
Cr. 4. A continuation of CHST 531 with particular emphasis on film and television materials.  Prerequisite: CHST 531

CHST 590/690. Topics in Chinese Studies
Cr. 9. Special topics relating to specific elements of Chinese culture, politics, and life. Sample topics include: Politics and Policy in China; Comparing Chinese and Indian Economic Systems; Psychology and Chinese Society; Modern Chinese History; Women and Chinese Society; Religion in China; Doing Business with China. May be repeated when topics vary.

CHST 607. Intensified Fourth Year Chinese I
Cr. 5. An advanced language course that develops students’ proficiency in all language skills.  Prerequisite: FLC 306 or equivalent.

CHST 608. Intensified Fourth Year Chinese II
Cr. 5. A continuation of CHST 607. Prerequisite: CHST 607.

CHST 686. Internship in China
Cr. 3. Students are assigned to a local Chinese institution relevant to their professional development under faculty and onsite supervision. Most communications done in Chinese. 100 contact hours for each 3 credits; may be repeated for up to 6 credits.

CHST 695.  Supervised Readings & Research in Chinese Studies (optional)
Cr. 0-3. Graduate seminar in special topics relating to specific elements of Chinese culture, literature, politics, commerce, and life. May be repeated when topics vary.

CHST 696. Seminar in Chinese Studies
Cr. 0.5. Semi-monthly lecture series covering a variety of current topics relevant to Chinese studies.  Fall semester only.

CHST 697. Career & Professional Development
Cr. 0.5. A continuation of CHST 696 with a focus on preparing students for careers and assisting in professional development.  Spring semester only.