Course Code
CHES2110
(CCSS2002)
Course Name
Global China
Time
Monday 2:30pm - 4:15pm
Wednesday 1:30pm - 2:15pm
Venue
Monday: WMY 408
Wednesday: CYT 202
Instructor
Prof. Wang Xiaoxuan
Teaching Assistant
TBC
Course Description
This course introduces the historical trajectory and contemporary development of China since the 20th century, situating it in the context of globalization. Through a variety of perspectives, including international relations, migration, economics, and culture, among others, this course underscores not only China’s global ascension, but more importantly, how it is increasingly embedded in the rest of the world. This multidisciplinary study aims to provide students with a nuanced understanding of China’s rise and its global implications, equipping them with the knowledge necessary for informed discussions of China’s role in the global landscape.
Learning Goals
- Have a basic knowledge of China’s historical trajectory since the 20th century and contemporary development.
- Have a basic understanding of how the modern world has shaped China and how China has shaped the modern world.
- Acquired basic skills in reading, summarizing, and analyzing documents.
- Acquired basic skills in writing academic papers.
Course Outline
Week 1. Introduction: China and the Word
January 8 and 10
Week 2. “Century of Humiliation” and the Communist Revolution
January 15 and 17
Week 3. China, Cold War and Its Legacies
January 22 and 24
Week 4. Reform China and Global Economic Order
January 29 and 31
Week 5. Belt and Road Initiative and Chinese Dream
February 5 and 7
Week 6. China in Africa: South-South Cooperation or New Imperialism?
February 19 and 21
Week 7. Confucius Institute and Its Conundrum
February 26 and 28
Week 8. Globalization of Chinese Food
March 11 and 13
Week 9. Chinese Diasporas/Overseas
March 18 and 20
Week 10. Decoupling, De-risking or else—China and the West
March 25 and 27
Week 11. China and Environmental Change
April 8 and 10
Week 12. Conclusion
April 15 and 17
Term Paper: due on April 20
Assessment & Assignments
- Class participation (30%)
- Four reading journals (10% each – 40% in total)
- The term paper (30%)
Honesty in Academic Work
We encourage students to exchange ideas and share resources on assignments for this course. But you have to make sure that any written work you submit is the result of your own research and writing, reflecting your own understanding and thinking about a topic. The University adopts a policy of zero tolerance on academic dishonesty. “Any related offence will lead to disciplinary action including termination of studies at the University.” All students need to be familiar with the University’s policy on academic honesty, which can be found at:
http://www.cuhk.edu.hk/policy/academichonesty/.
In addition, students should also familiarize themselves with the University’s guidelines on the use of AI tools and exercise caution accordingly:
https://www.aqs.cuhk.edu.hk/documents/A-guide-for-students_use-of-AI-tools.pdf