Syllabus

Chinese Practical Writing

Code
KI1032
Points
7.5 ECTS-credits
Level
First Cycle Level 1
School
School of Language, Literatures and Learning
Subject field
Chinese (KIA)
Group of Subjects
Chinese
Disciplinary Domain
Humanities, 100%
This course can be included in the following main field(s) of study
Chinese1
Progression indicator within (each) main field of study
1G2F
Approved
Approved by the Faculty School of Language, Literatures and Learning, 29 November 2011.
This syllabus is valid from 29 November 2011.
Revised
Revised, 19 January 2015.
Revision is valid from 19 January 2015.
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Learning Outcomes

On completion of the course, students will be able to:

  • compose short Chinese texts within a variety of writing genres or forms such as letters, diaries, (book) reviews, reports, and summaries
  • correctly use Chinese conjunctions, prepositions, particles and interjections
  • master the use of Chinese punctuation
  • understand the conventions of Chinese writing
  • review, revise and edit an essay according to standard Chinese Mandarin grammar and writing format.

Course Content

Students perform a variety of exercises including reading, writing, and revising shorter texts and essays. Students also have to complete weekly writing assignments.

Assessment

This course applies continuous assessment. Student performance is assessed on the basis of regular written assignments, active in-class performance and a final written exam.

Forms of Study

This course is composed of lectures, practical exercises and discussions. Chinese is used as the language of tuition, with English or Swedish as support languages. Teaching consists of whole class and group activities.

Grades

The Swedish grades U–VG.

Prerequisites

  • A minimum of 60 credits in Chinese at undergraduate level

Other Information

Revised
13-11-04 (main field added)
15-01-19 (literature list removed)