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Chinese Language & Literature

foundation of existing knowledge of phonetics, lexicons and grammar of the language so that
they may speak fluent and standard Putonghua in their daily life, workplace and social
activities. Besides, students will also acquire the ability to teach Putonghua and to attain a
proficiency level equivalent to Third Class standard defined by the State Council of the PRC
upon completion of the course.

CHI 363 Modern and Contemporary Chinese Drama
1 Term; 3 Credits
The course focuses on the evolution of dramas and representative works from renowned
authors of the period will be studied. Besides, the influence of Chinese classical drama and
western drama on modern Chinese drama will be investigated to give students an in-depth
understanding of the characteristics of Chinese modern drama.

CHI 375 Rhetoric
1 Term; 3 Credits
This course is designed for students to further develop and refine their abilities in Chi-
nese creative writing. Students will learn systematic knowledge of rhetoric, including various
writing skills, flexible and ingenious usage of phonological, lexical and syntactic knowledge in
writing, artistic expressions in literary writing, and clear precise manipulation of language in
writing as well. This course will provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to
develop careers in educational and cultural fields.

CHI 376 Chinese Phonology
1 Term; 3 Credits
This course is an introduction to the sound system of Chinese dialects. Students will
develop skills in transcribing speech sounds and analysing linguistic data with phonological
rules. It offers a wide-ranging account of Mandarin and Cantonese in their origins, historical
development and phonological theories.

CHI 383 Bibliography
1 Term; 3 Credits
The course familiarizes students with a basic understanding of Chinese Bibliography
through the study of its origin and historical development in different dynasties. By analysing
theories of traditional bibliography, students will establish a solid foundation for further studies
in this field.

CHI 384 Zuo Zhuan ( 左傳 )
1 Term; 3 Credits
Readings will be selected mainly from Zuo Zhuan, one of the three commentaries on the
Spring and Autumn Annals ( 春秋 ). The selected texts from Zuo Zhuan will be analysed and
evaluated from the viewpoints of historical, literary and classic studies.

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