Course Outline

• Methodology of Chinese Studies

  We will study the academic history and research methodology of Chinese studies and explore new research and unique research methodologies that can be established from a Korean perspective.
  It also examines the methodology of Chinese studies from a multidisciplinary perspective by comparing and analyzing the similarities and differences in the research methodologies of Chinese studies.

• Seminar in Materials of Chinese Studies

  Consider the value and use of primary sources in each discipline essential to studying China.
  It also teaches you how to collect and analyze data.

• Studies in Cultural History of China

  The starting point for a culture-centered study of China is understanding the transformation of Chinese culture.
  This course takes a contemporary approach to studying the Chinese ritual system, family, society, living culture, and cultural differences across regions.

• Studies in Social History of China

  A superstructure-oriented understanding of China risks creating a one-sided interpretation of China. Therefore, it is essential to balance this understanding with a non-elite-oriented knowledge of China through research.
  This course studies the roles, autonomy, and interdependence of different sectors of society, especially non-elite sectors.

• Studies in Modern History of China

  China's modern history is a story of stagnation and upheaval, and it is also the foundation for the China of today and the China of tomorrow.
  While setting the scope of modern history to the 20th century, we will move away from research centered on the history of the Communist Party or the history of revolution to discover and study the objects of modern history more richly.

• Studies in Philosophy of China

  In China, the tension between ideology and pragmatism is remarkable.
  Reality is legitimized by the support of ideology, and pragmatic needs have transformed ideology.
  In this aspect, understanding Chinese thought is indispensable for understanding the Chinese psyche and reality.
  The course is structured around a specific topic to be analyzed and researched.

• Topics in Modern Philosophy of China

  The seminar is organized in a seminar format by identifying topics of importance in China's modern and contemporary history.
  The time period under study is from the early 19th century to the present, and the topics include political history, economic history, social history, cultural history, and other issues that actively reflect current academic trends.

• Topics in Chinese Literature

  Research a specific topic in the area of Chinese literature.
  In addition, the course focuses on developing literary research methodology, research skills, and analytical skills.

• Topics in Chinese Culture

  Research a specific topic in Chinese culture.
  The course also focuses on cultural research methodology and developing research and analytical skills.

• Studies in Socio-Culture of China

  Research a specific topic in Chinese society and culture.
  In addition, this course focuses on developing social and cultural research methodologies, research skills, and analytical skills.

• Topics in Comparative Studies on Chinese Urban Culture

  Study the comparative culture of major Chinese cities.
  The course will focus on and study the cultural diversity of each city and compare the cultures of at least two cities.
  Along with this, you will also learn the methodology of comparative cultural studies.

• Studies in Chinese Popular Culture

  Study the current status and characteristics of popular culture in China.
  This includes movies, popular music, and even controversial pop culture phenomena.
  Along the way, you'll also learn about pop culture research methodologies.

• Studies in Chinese Law Culture

  Study the current status and characteristics of Chinese legal culture.
  The course focuses on a specific topic related to Chinese culture, including the current Chinese legal system and legal culture, such as the constitution, criminal law, commercial law, and foreign economic law.

• Studies in Chinese Mass media Culture

  Study the current status and characteristics of Chinese media culture.
  As the Chinese media continues to expand its autonomous sphere despite state control, we study aspects of the Chinese media in various areas, including newspapers, magazines, television, and the Internet.

• Studies in Chinese Political Culture

  Study the political culture and political system of China.
  Studies the specificity and universality of Chinese political culture from a comparative political studies perspective.

• Studies in Chinese Language Culture

  There are many regional dialects in China.
  Study the relationship between dialects and local culture in each region.
  This aims to study the meaning of each local dialect as a prerequisite for understanding the local culture.

• The Cantonese

  Learn Cantonese.

• The Min Dialect

  Learn Min dialect.

• The Shanghai Dialect

  Learn Mandarin.

• The Northern Dialect

  Learn the dialect of a specific region of the North.

• Historical Approach on Regional Development of China

  The history of China began in Zhongyuan, a region centered on the middle reaches of the Yellow River. It expanded eastward, southward, and westward, a process also in the history of regional development.
  Study the history of regional development through population growth, people's migration, and the transformation of economic and cultural centers and towns.

• Studies in Huabei Area

  As part of a regional study of China, this course provides an in-depth examination of the North China region's history, culture, society, and economy.
  Focus on learning by topic.

• Studies in Dongbei Area

  As part of a regional study of China, this course provides an in-depth study of the Northeast region's history, culture, society, and economy.
  Focus on learning by topic.

• Studies in Xinan Area

  As part of a regional study of China, this course provides an in-depth study of the Southwest region's history, culture, society, and economy (centered on Yunnan and Guizhou).
  Focus on learning by topic.

• Studies in Xibei Area

  An in-depth investigation of the history, culture, society, and economy of the northwestern region of China (including Shaanxi, Shanxi, the Qinghai Center, and Xinjiang) as part of a regional study of China.
  Focus on learning by topic.

• Studies in Yangzi Delta and South-east coast Area

  As part of a regional study of China, this course provides an in-depth study of the Eastern Coastal Region's history, culture, society, and economy (Yangtze River Delta and Fujian).
  Focus on learning by topic.

• Studies in Yangzi Middle and upriver Macro Region

  As a regional study of China, this course provides an in-depth study of the middle and upper Yangtze River region's history, culture, society, and economy (centered on Hunan and Hubei, Sichuan, and Chongqing).
  Focus on learning by topic.

• Studies in Canton Area

  This is an in-depth study of the Greater China region's history, culture, society, and economy (Guangdong, Guangxi, and Hong Kong).
  Focus on learning by topic.

• Studies in Region of Chinese (Ethnic) Minority

  This is an in-depth study of the history, culture, society, and economy of the five autonomous regions of China.
  Focus on learning by topic.

• Studies in Chinese Diaspora of Southeast Asia

  Research a topic related to overseas Chinese, such as overseas Chinese identity, economic empowerment, and networks.
  Overseas Chinese Studies (1) focuses on overseas Chinese in Southeast Asia and Asia.

• Studies in Chinese Diaspora of America

  Research a topic related to overseas Chinese, such as overseas Chinese identity, economic empowerment, and networks.
  Overseas Chinese Studies (2) focuses primarily on overseas Chinese living in the United States but can also include overseas Chinese in Europe.

• Reading and Research

  The program focuses on the dissertation while developing the specialized knowledge needed to write a thesis.