Course
Course 7.5 credits • COSB30
This course provides foundational knowledge on the Chinese political system and the political developments since the initiation of economic reforms in 1978.
Teaching – autumn semester of 2021
The COVID-19 pandemic continues to affect our courses and programmes. Teaching and assessment during the first half of the autumn semester 2021 will be conducted both online and on campus. From 1 November more elements will be conducted on campus – the current schedule is available on course websites and/or in Canvas.
It analyses a number of key issues and challenges that characterise Chinese contemporary society, including. environmental issues, socioeconomic development, and issues related to regional differences and social inequalities.
The course also focuses on the human rights situation and developments in civil society, freedom of expression, the role of the media and digital development, as well as the emergence of a surveillance society. Domestic issues are analyses in a global context, with emphasis on China's global ambitions, global interlinkages, and foreign policy.
Study period:
autumn semester 2021
Type of studies:
part time, 50 %,
distance course
Study period:
2021-11-01 – 2022-01-14
Language of instruction:
English
Application code:
LU-19521
- Canvas COSB30 - Asian Studies: China Today - Political Developments, Societal Issues and Global Influences
- Library Guide
Information on included parts
- Individual Seminar Paper I , 2 credits
- Individual Seminar Paper II , 2 credits
- Individual Take-Home Exam , 3.5 credits
Second Admission Round
Nationell ansökningsomgång
Autumn semester 2025
Late application
Opens 15 July