Chinese Courses
CHINESE 1101.01 - Level One Chinese I: Classroom Track
4 credit hours
Mandarin Chinese spoken communication and its historic writing system. This interactive Classroom Track focuses on building your foundational speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills from the ground up. Exclusive to native speakers of this language, or to students with 3 or more years of study in this language in high school.
Au Sem. Prereq: This course is not open to students with credit for 101 and 102. This course is available for EM credit. GE for lang course.
CHINESE 1101.02 - Level One Chinese I: Summer Intensive Track
4 credit hours
Mandarin Chinese spoken communication and its historic writing system. This fast-paced Summer Intensive Track is designed to build your foundational speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills in a highly immersive environment. Admission to SPEAC is required for registration. Students must complete 4 credit hours during the first 3.5 weeks of the summer session. Exclusive to native speakers of this language, or to students with 3 or more years of study in this language in high school.
Prereq: Admission to SPEAC program. This course is not open to students with credit for 101 or 102. This course is available for EM credit. GE for lang course.
CHINESE 1101.51 - Level One Chinese I: Individualized Track
4 credit hours
Mandarin Chinese spoken communication and its historic writing system. This flexible Individualized Track is designed to build your foundational speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills at your own pace. Progress is sequential from one credit hour to the next with a demonstrated proficiency at the level of 80% required for advancement. Exclusive to native speakers of this language, or to students with 3 or more years of study in this language in high school.
Au, Sp, Su Sem. Prereq: This course is not open to students with credit for 101 and 102. Repeatable to a maximum of 4 credit hours or 4 completions. This course is available for EM credit. GE for lang course.
CHINESE 1102.01 - Level One Chinese II: Classroom Track
4 credit hours
A direct continuation of 1101.01, this interactive Classroom Track is designed to build on your foundation and further expand your basic speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills in Mandarin Chinese. Exclusive to native speakers of this language, or students with 3 or more years of study in this language in high school.
Prereq: 1101.01 or 1101.02, or 4 credit hours of 1101.51, or permission of instructor. This course is not open to students with credit for 102. This course is available for EM credit. GE for lang course. FL Admis Cond course.
CHINESE 1102.02 - Level One Chinese II: Summer Intensive Track
4 credit hours
Continuation of 1101.02. Summer Intensive Track. Admission to SPEAC is required for registration. Students must complete 4 credits during the second 3.5 weeks of the summer session. This course is not open to native speakers of this language or to students with 3 or more years of study in this language in high school.
Prereq: 1101.01 or 1101.02, or 4 cr hrs of 1101.51, or permission of instructor; and admission to SPEAC program. This course is not open to students with credit for 1102 (102). This course is available for EM credit. GE for lang course. FL Admis Cond course.
CHINESE 1102.51 - Level One Chinese II: Individualized Track
1-4 credit hours
A direct continuation of 1101.51, this course is designed to further expand your Mandarin Chinese speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills. This flexible Individualized Track allows you to study at your own pace, where progress is sequential from one credit hour to the next with a demonstrated proficiency at the level of 80% required for advancement. Exclusive to native speakers of this language, or to students with 3 or more years of study in this language in high school.
Prereq: 1101.01 or 1101.02, or 4 credit hours of 1101.51, or permission of instructor. This course is not open to students with credit for 1102 (102). Repeatable to a maximum of 4 credit hours or 4 completions. This course is available for EM credit. GE for lang course. FL Admis Cond course.
CHINESE 1103.01 - Level Two Chinese I: Classroom Track
4 credit hours
Mandarin Chinese second level spoken communication, development of reading skills, and written composition. This engaging Classroom Track is designed to build on your foundation and further expand your speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills. Exclusive to native speakers of this language, or to students with 3 or more years of study in this language in high school.
Prereq: 1102.01 or 1102.02, or 4 semester credit hours of 1102.51, or permission of instructor. This course is not open to students with credit for 1103 or 104. This course is available for EM credit. GE for lang course. FL Admis Cond course.
CHINESE 1103.51 - Level Two Chinese I: Individualized Track
1-4 credit hours
Mandarin Chinese second level spoken communication, development of reading skills, and written composition. This flexible Individualized Track is designed to build on your foundation and further expand your speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills at your own pace. Progress is sequential from one credit hour to the next with a demonstrated proficiency at the level of 80% required for advancement. Exclusive to native speakers of this language, or to students with 3 or more years of study in this language in high school.
Prereq: 1102.01 or 1102.02, or 4 credit hours of 1102.51, or permission of instructor. Not open to students with credit for 1103 or 104. Repeatable to a maximum of 4 credit hours or 4 completions. This course is available for EM credit. GE for lang course. FL Admis Cond course.
CHINESE 2102 - Level Two Chinese II: Classroom Track
5 credit hours
A direct continuation of 1103, this course is designed to further expand and polish your Mandarin Chinese speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills. Closed to native speakers of this language, or to students with 3 or more years of study in this language in high school.
Spring Semester; Prereq: 1103. Not open to students with credit for 2102 (205 and 206). This course is available for EM credit. FL Admis Cond course.
CHINESE 2141.01 - Intensive Level Two Chinese-Oral: Classroom Track
4 credit hours
The first course in the sequence of intensive intermediate Chinese language courses, designed to rapidly build and strengthen your core speaking and listening skills. This highly focused program helps you develop greater conversational fluency and auditory comprehension in practical, real-world situations. Closed to native speakers of this language, or to students with 3 or more years of study in this language in high school.
Autumn Semester; Prereq: 1102.01 or 1102.02, or 4 credit hours in 1102.51, or permission of instructor. Not open to students with credit for 1103.xx, 2141.02, 210, 210.02, 310, or 310.02. This course is available for EM credit. GE for lang course. FL Admis Cond course.
CHINESE 2141.02 - Intensive Level Two Chinese-Oral: Summer Intensive Track
4 credit hours
The first course in the sequence of intensive intermediate Chinese language courses, focusing specifically on rapidly developing your speaking and listening skills. This immersive, high-energy program is designed to build your conversational confidence and comprehension in a short amount of time. Admission to SPEAC is required for registration. Students must complete 4 credit hours during the first 3.5 weeks of the summer session. Closed to native speakers of this language, or to students with 3 or more years of study in this language in high school.
Prereq: 1102.01 or 1102.02, or 4 credit hours for 1102.51, or permission of instructor. Not open to students with credit for 1103 (210) or 2141 (310). This course is available for EM credit. GE for lang course. FL Admis Cond course.
CHINESE 2151.01 - Intensive Level Two Chinese-Written: Classroom Track
5 credit hours
The first course in the sequence of intensive intermediate Chinese language courses, focusing specifically on written Chinese. This interactive Classroom Track is designed to build your reading and writing skills, helping you recognize more characters and understand sentence structures.
Autumn semester; Prereq: 1102.01 or 1102.02, or 4 credit hours for 1102.51, or permission of instructor. Not open to students with credit for 1103 (211) or 2151 (311.01). This course is available for EM credit. FL Admis Cond course.
CHINESE 2151.51 - Intensive Level Two Chinese-Written: Individualized Track
1-5 credit hours
The first course in the sequence of intensive intermediate Chinese language courses, focusing specifically on written Chinese. This flexible Individualized Track is designed to build your reading and writing skills, helping you recognize characters and understand sentence structures at your own pace. Progress is sequential from one credit hour to the next, with a demonstrated proficiency at the level of 80% required for advancement. Exclusive to native speakers of this language, or to students with 3 or more years of study in this language in high school.
Autumn, Spring, Summer. Prereq: 1102.01 or 1102.02, or 4 credit hours for 1102.51, or permission of instructor. This course is not open to students with credit for 1103 (211) or 2151 (311). Repeatable to a maximum of 5 credit hours or 5 completions. This course is available for EM credit. FL Admis Cond course.
CHINESE 2231 - Traditional Chinese Culture
3 credit hours
An engaging exploration of Chinese institutions, philosophical trends, religion, literature, and visual and performing arts before the 20th century. This course offers an in-depth look at the rich cultural traditions and historical foundations that shaped traditional Chinese society, from classical philosophies to vibrant artistic expressions.
Prereq: This course is not open to students with credit for 231. A GE for Literature and Diversity Global Studies course is required.
CHINESE 2232 - Modern Chinese Culture
3 credit hours
An engaging exploration of modern Chinese culture as reflected in daily family life, language, literature, visual art, and cinema, all viewed through the lens of modern Chinese history. This course provides a deeper understanding of how major historical shifts have shaped contemporary society and cultural identity. Taught in English.
Prereq: This course is not open to students with credit for 232. A GE for Literature and Diversity Global Studies course is required
CHINESE 2283 - Chinese Calligraphy
3 credit hours
An immersive introduction to the techniques of writing Chinese characters with a traditional brush, featuring hands-on practice in various historical calligraphic styles ranging from ancient oracle bone script to expressive grass script. This course also explores the profound cultural importance of calligraphy, examining its deep, interconnected relationships with traditional Chinese philosophy, poetry, and painting.
Prereq: This course is not open to students with credit for 283.
CHINESE 2451 - Chinese Literature in Translation
3 credit hours
An inviting survey of representative masterpieces of pre-modern Chinese literature in English translation, including poetry, prose, fiction, and drama. This course explores the rich storytelling traditions, classic folklore, and legendary writers of early China through some of its most famous and influential works.
Prereq: This course is not open to students with credit for 251. A GE for Literature and Diversity Global Studies course is required
CHINESE 2797.01 - Study Abroad in China
3 credit hours
The China Gateway Study Abroad Program introduces the dynamic nature of an important segment of contemporary Chinese culture by combining the themes of Ethnic Diversity and the Environment in Southwest China. This exciting travel program is designed to allow students to experience a diverse and dynamic mix of ethnic, rural, and urban cultures in a historic and geographically varied region of China, giving you a unique, hands-on perspective of the country.
GE education abroad course.
CHINESE 4101 - Level Three Chinese I
3 credit hours
Continued study of spoken communication, reading modern Chinese publications, and the ongoing development of your written composition skills. This course is designed to further elevate your overall language proficiency, helping you engage with more complex texts, express sophisticated ideas in writing, and speak with greater confidence.
Autumn Semester; Prereq: 2102, or permission of instructor. This course is not open to students with credit for 507 or 508. This course is available for EM credit. FL Admis Cond course.
CHINESE 4102 - Level Three Chinese II
5 credit hours
A direct continuation of 4101, this course is designed to further polish your speaking, reading, and writing skills. You will continue to build your vocabulary and work with more advanced Chinese texts to express your ideas with greater detail and confidence.
Spring Semester; Prereq: 4101, or permission of instructor. This course is not open to students with credit for 508 or 509. This course is available for EM credit. FL Admis Cond course.
CHINESE 4142.01 - Intensive Level Three Chinese-Oral: Classroom Track
5 credit hours
A direct continuation of 2141.01, this course is designed to further develop your intermediate Chinese speaking and listening skills. You will continue to build your conversational fluency, improve your listening comprehension, and gain more confidence in real-world communication.
Spring semester; Prereq: 2141.01 or 2141.02, or permission of instructor. This course is not open to students with credit for 310 and 510.01. This course is available for EM credit. FL Admis Cond course.
CHINESE 4142.02 - Intensive Level Three Chinese-Oral: Summer Intensive Track
5 credit hours
A direct continuation of 2141.02, this fast-paced Summer Intensive Track is designed to rapidly build on your intermediate speaking and listening skills. This highly immersive program helps you develop greater conversational fluency and comprehension in a short amount of time. Admission to SPEAC is required for registration. Students must complete 5 credit hours during the second 3.5 weeks of the Summer Session.
Prereq: 2141.01 or 2141.02, or permission of instructor. This course is not open to students with credit for 310 and 510.02. This course is available for EM credit. FL Admis Cond course.
CHINESE 4152.01 - Intensive Level Three Chinese-Written: Classroom Track
5 credit hours
A direct continuation of 2151.01, this course is designed to further develop your intermediate reading and writing skills in written Chinese. You will continue to build your character recognition, expand your vocabulary, and strengthen your overall comprehension of written texts.
Spring semester; Prereq: 2151.01, or 4 credit hours of 2151.51, or permission of instructor. Not open to students with credit for 311.01, 511.01, 5 quarter credit hours of 311.51, or 5 quarter credit hours of 511.51. This course is available for EM credit. FL Admis Cond course.
CHINESE 4152.51 - Intensive Level Three Chinese-Written: Individualized Track
1-5 credit hours
A direct continuation of 2151.51, this course is designed to further develop your intermediate reading and writing skills in written Chinese at your own pace. Progress is sequential from one credit hour to the next with a demonstrated proficiency at the level of 80% required for advancement.
Autumn, Spring, and Summer Semesters. Prereq: 2151.01, or 4 credit hours of 2151.51, or permission of instructor. This course is not open to students with credit for 311 or 511. Repeatable to a maximum of 5 credit hours or 5 completions. This course is available for EM credit. FL Admis Cond course.
CHINESE 4301 - Conversational Cantonese for Mandarin Speakers I
3 credit hours
A conversational Cantonese language course for speakers of Mandarin, and is open to both advanced learners and native speakers of Mandarin Chinese. The course develops basic skills in speaking and listening comprehension for functioning in everyday, Cantonese-speaking environments. This course is not open to native speakers of Cantonese, or to students with 2 or more years of study in Cantonese in high school.
CHINESE 4302 - Conversational Cantonese for Mandarin Speakers II
3 credit hours
The second semester of conversational Cantonese language for speakers of Mandarin, and is open to both advanced learners and native speakers of Mandarin Chinese. The course develops basic skills in speaking and listening comprehension for functioning in everyday, Cantonese-speaking environments. This course is not open to native speakers of Cantonese, or to students with 2 or more years of high school Cantonese.
Prereq: 4301, or equiv knowledge of conversational Cantonese.
CHINESE 4380 - The Chinese Language
3 credit hours
An engaging exploration of the important elements of the Chinese language, including its structure, dialects, and writing system. While being taught in English, this course also covers the history of the language, how it is acquired, language planning, and its social uses in daily life.
Prereq: 1102 or equivalent, or permission of instructor. This course is not open to students with credit for 580.
CHINESE 4381 - The Chinese Language and Its History
3 credit hours
An engaging examination of the history and development of the Chinese language over the millennia. Topics include how the language has changed over time, including sound and vocabulary changes, as well as dialect formation and language form.
This course is taught in English
Prereq: 1102 or equiv, or permission of instructor.
CHINESE 4383 - The Chinese Language and Its Script
3 credit hours
An engaging examination of the Chinese script, covering its origins, classification, composition, and development over time. This course also explores modern topics such as character standardization, script reform, romanization systems, and the evolution of internet language.
This course is taught in English.
Prereq: 1102 or equivalent, or permission of instructor.
CHINESE 4401 - Chinese Poetry in Translation
3 credit hours
This course explores major themes and genres in classical or modern Chinese poetry, with the specific time period determined by the instructor.
The class is taught in English.
Prereq: This course is not open to students with credit for 501. GE A GE for Literature and Diversity Global Studies course is required
CHINESE 4402 - Traditional Chinese Fiction in Translation
3 credit hours
This course examines novels and short stories from the Ming and Qing dynasties. Taught in English, the class focuses on major literary works and narrative styles from these two prominent imperial eras.
Prereq: This course is not open to students with credit for 502. A GE for Literature and Diversity Global Studies course is required
CHINESE 4403 - Modern Chinese Literature in Translation
3 credit hours
This course explores Chinese fiction and drama from the late 19th century to the present. Taught in English, the class covers major literary works and movements from the end of the imperial era through the contemporary period.
Prereq: This course is not open to students with credit for 503. A GE for Literature and Diversity Global Studies course is required
CHINESE 4404 - Chinese Drama
3 credit hours
Representative works of Chinese drama in
This course explores representative works of Chinese drama in translation, focusing on either premodern or modern drama depending on the instructor's expertise. The class is taught in English.
Prereq: This course is not open to students with credit for 504. A GE for Literature and Diversity Global Studies course is required
CHINESE 4405 - China in Chinese Film
3 credit hours
This course provides an overview of Chinese cinema, focusing on how film represents issues of nationhood, national identity, and national trauma. Taught in English, no knowledge of the Chinese language is required.
Prereq: English 1110 or equiv. This course is not open to students with credit for 505. GE VPA and diversity global studies course.
CHINESE 4406 - China Pop: Contemporary Popular Culture and Media in Greater China
3 credit hours
This course introduces students to contemporary popular culture and media from Greater China. It emphasizes independent research and critical discussion of the covered topics to develop analytical skills regarding modern cultural trends.
Prereq: This course is not open to students with credit for 506.
CHINESE 4407 - Eco-literature in China
3 credit hours
This course addresses the changing conceptions of the environment in China. It examines how these ideas are expressed across both oral and written literature throughout history, tracking shifts in cultural attitudes toward the natural world.
CHINESE 5101.01 - Level Four Chinese I: Classroom Track
3 credit hours
Level Four Chinese; continuation of 4102, or 4142 and 4152. Classroom Track.
Au Sem. Prereq: 4152.01; and 4102 or 4142.01 or 4142.02 or 4 credit hours for 4152.51, or permission of instructor. This course is not open to students with credit for 610 and 611.01. FL Admis Cond course.
This course is available for EM credit.
CHINESE 5101.51 - Level Four Chinese I: Individualized Track
1-3 credit hours
The first semester of level four Chinese on the individualized track, continuing the coursework from 4102, or 4142 and 4152. Students progress sequentially from one credit hour to the next, with advancement requiring a demonstrated proficiency level of 80% or higher.
Prereq: 4152.01; and 4102 or 4142.01 or 4142.02 or 4 cr hrs for 4152.51, or written permission of instructor. This course is not open to students with credit for 610 or 611.51. Repeatable to a maximum of 3 credit hours or 3 completions. FL Admis Cond course.
This course is available for EM credit.
CHINESE 5102.01 - Level Four Chinese II: Classroom Track
3 credit hours
Level Four Chinese: continuation of 5101.01.
Spring Semester course. Prereq: 5101.01, or 3 cr hrs for 5101.51, or permission of instructor. Not open to students with credit for 611 or 612.01. This course is available for EM credit. FL Admis Cond course.
CHINESE 5102.51 - Level Four Chinese II: Individualized Track
1-3 credit hours
The second semester of level four Chinese, continuing the coursework from 5101.51. Students progress sequentially from one credit hour to the next, with advancement requiring a demonstrated proficiency level of 80% or higher.
Autumn, Spring, and Summer Semester course. Prereq: 5101.01, or 3 cr hrs for 5101.51, or permission of instructor. This course is not open to students with credit for 611 and 612. Repeatable to a maximum of 3 credit hours or 3 completions. FL Admis Cond course.
This course is available for EM credit
CHINESE 5103 - Level Five Chinese I
3 credit hours
The first semester of level five Chinese. This course provides immersion in all four language skills using the first half of the novel and television series "Spring Grass" by Qiu Shanshan. Conducted entirely in Chinese, the class focuses on developing oral narration skills.
Prereq: 5102 or equiv.
This course is available for EM credit.
CHINESE 5104 - Level Five Chinese II
3 credit hours
The second semester of level five Chinese. This course finishes the study of the novel and television series "Spring Grass" while placing a strong focus on building written composition skills. Conducted entirely in Chinese, completion of this class or its equivalent is required to take master's level Chinese language courses.
Prereq: 5103 or equiv.
This course is available for EM credit.
CHINESE 5105.51 - Selected Readings in Scholarly Chinese Texts I: Individualized Track
1-3 credit hours
This course focuses on academic writings by modern Chinese scholars. It features a close study of texts written in both Wenyan (classical) and Baihua (vernacular) styles to analyze different modern scholarly writing techniques.
Prereq: 5102.01 or 5102.51, or permission of instructor. Repeatable to a maximum of 9 credit hours or 4 completions.
CHINESE 5106.51 - Selected Readings in Scholarly Chinese Texts II: Individualized Track
1-3 credit hours
A continuation of 5105.01 or 5105.51. This course focuses on academic writings by modern Chinese scholars, examining texts written in both Wenyan (classical) and Baihua (vernacular) styles to study different modern scholarly writing techniques.
Prereq: 5105.01 or 5105.51, or permission of instructor. Repeatable to a maximum of 9 credit hours or 4 completions.
CHINESE 5111 - Classical Chinese I
3 credit hours
This course focuses on the close analysis of selected classical Chinese texts from the pre-Qin period. It emphasizes the grammatical structures, key vocabulary, and historical context of these early works to build a strong foundation in early classical Chinese.
Prereq: Level Two Chinese or equiv, or permission of instructor. This course is not open to students with credit for 601 and 602.
CHINESE 5112 - Classical Chinese II
3 credit hours
A continuation of 5111 that focuses on the close reading of selected texts from the pre-Qin period and later eras. This course emphasizes the structural and thematic analysis of classical works to further build analytical skills in early Chinese literature.
Prereq: 5111, or equiv and permission of instructor. This course is not open to students with credit for 602 and 603.
CHINESE 5380 - Introduction to Chinese Linguistics
3 credit hours
This course provides a comprehensive overview of the Chinese language. It covers core linguistic areas including phonology, morphology, syntax, semantics, the lexicon, and the writing system. Additionally, the course explores the relationship between language and broader topics such as cognition, society, and gender.
Prereq: Permission of instructor. This course is not open to students with credit for 680.
CHINESE 5381 - History of the Chinese Language
3 credit hours
Trace the fascinating evolution of the Chinese language from its earliest roots to the way it is spoken and written today. This course investigates the major shifts in sound, grammar, and vocabulary over the centuries, showing you how ancient stages transformed into modern forms.
Prereq: 6380, or permission of instructor. This course is not open to students with credit for 681.
CHINESE 5383 - The Chinese Writing System
3 credit hours
Discover how Chinese characters came to be and how they work. This course explores the origin, classification, composition, and historical development of the Chinese writing system. You will also look at modern topics like language reform, as well as the cognitive side of how we actually read and process characters in the mind.
Prereq: 6380, or permission of instructor. This course is not open to students with credit for 683.
CHINESE 5387 - Bilingualism in the Chinese Contexts
3 credit hours
Introduction to the sociolinguistic study of bilingualism (including multilingualism) and the qualitative study of biculturalism involving the Chinese language and culture. Topics to be covered include lexical borrowing and innovations, code switching, bilingual education, bilingualism in (new) media, language acquisition, language attitudes, language maintenance and loss.
Prereq: 5380, or permission of instructor.
CHINESE 5389 - Topics on the Chinese Language
3 credit hours
This course dives into key topics and issues surrounding the Chinese language and its place in the world. Taught in English, you will look at the connection between language and society, politics, gender, and identity. The class also covers bilingualism and explores the diverse languages found throughout China.
Prereq: 1102 or equiv, or permission of instructor. Repeatable to a maximum of 3 credit hours.
CHINESE 5400 - Performance Traditions of China
3 credit hours
An engaging introduction to the rich variety of oral and orally-connected performance traditions in China. This course explores local traditions of professional storytelling, epic singing, folksongs, and regional drama, showing how these vibrant oral arts have shaped Chinese culture over generations.
Prereq: 2231, 2232, 2451, 2452, EALL 1231, Japanese 2231, 2451, 2452, Korean 2231, 2451, or permission of instructor. This course is not open to students with credit for 600.
CHINESE 5411 - Selected Readings in Classical Chinese Literature
3 credit hours
An engaging reading of selections in classical Chinese literature, including poetry, prose, and fiction. Conducted entirely in Chinese, this course helps you explore traditional texts and understand their unique literary styles.
Prereq: 5111 and 5112 or equiv, and permission of instructor. Repeatable to a maximum of 6 credit hours.
CHINESE 5474 - Chinese Opera
3 credit hours
An engaging introduction to Chinese opera as a mix of traditional culture, dramatic literature, and performing art. This course explores selected opera scripts and stage performances from Beijing opera, Kunqu, and other regional operas. You will also look at illustrated discussions of different aspects of the theater, including costumes, makeup, and stagecraft.
Prereq: This course is not open to students with credit for 674.
CHINESE 5490 - Chinese Translation Workshop
1-4 credit hours
An engaging investigation of the common problems and key techniques involved in translating Chinese into English. This course explores the unique challenges translators face, from cultural differences to grammar structures, and teaches you the practical strategies used to bridge the gap between the two languages.
Prereq: 4102 or 5112, or permission of instructor. Repeatable to a maximum of 8 credit hours or 2 completions.
CHINESE 5670 - Literary Language in Modern Mandarin
3 credit hours
An advanced, level seven course designed to explore how literary Chinese is used in modern speech and writing. Conducted entirely in Chinese, this course helps you master classical expressions, idioms, and structures that still play a major role in communication today.
Prereq: Permission of Instructor.
This course is available for EM credit.
CHINESE 6451 - History of Chinese Literature I
3 credit hours
An engaging study of Chinese literature from antiquity to the end of the Tang dynasty. This course explores different aspects of the classical tradition and the new developments that came out of the Age of Disunity. The class is taught in English, and reading partial texts in Chinese is completely optional.
Prereq: Written permission of instructor for undergrads. This course is not open to students with credit for 651.
CHINESE 6452 - History of Chinese Literature II
3 credit hours
An engaging study of Chinese literature from the Five Dynasties to the Qing dynasty. This course explores poetry, prose, and drama, alongside the rise of vernacular writing. The class is taught in English, and reading partial texts in Chinese is completely optional.
Prereq: Written permission of instructor for undergrads. This course is not open to students with credit for 652.
CHINESE 6453 - Classical Chinese Literature in Modern China
3 credit hours
An engaging course that examines how classical Chinese novels, plays, poems, and prose are adapted and used in the modern Chinese-speaking world. You will explore how these traditional stories and texts are reimagined in contemporary culture, from modern literature and film to popular media, showing how ancient classics continue to shape today's world.
Prereq: Written permission of instructor for undergrads. This course is not open to students with credit for 653.
CHINESE 7382 - Chinese Phonology
3 credit hours
An engaging study of the pronunciation and sound systems of modern Mandarin Chinese. This course covers phonetics and phonology, while also looking at other Chinese dialects to compare how their sounds differ.
Prereq: 6380; or permission of instructor.
CHINESE 7384 - Chinese Syntax
3 credit hours
An engaging study of the syntactic structure of modern Mandarin Chinese. This course explores how sentences are built and organized, while also diving into related topics such as the syntax-semantics interface to show how sentence structure and meaning connect.
Prereq: 6380; or permission of instructor.
CHINESE 7385 - Chinese Dialects
3 credit hours
An engaging investigation of the linguistic structures of major Chinese dialects using a cross-dialectal, comparative approach. This course explores how different dialects connect and differ, while also diving into related topics like multilingualism, language planning, language contact, code-switching, vernacular literacy, and dialect-writing.
Prereq: 6380; or permission of instructor.
CHINESE 7386 - Chinese Semantics
3 credit hours
An engaging introduction to how meaning is structured and understood in the Chinese language. This course explores semantic analysis, looking at how words and sentences convey meaning. You will also dive into related topics like Chinese pragmatics, which looks at how context changes meaning, and the syntax-semantics interface, which is how sentence structure and meaning connect.
Prereq: 5380, or permission of instructor.
CHINESE 7463 - Modern Chinese Fiction
3 credit hours
An engaging introduction to the history of Chinese fiction from the fall of the last dynasty to the mid-20th century. This course explores how writers used novels and short stories to navigate a world turning completely upside down, tracing the shift from ancient imperial traditions to modern life.
Prereq: 6451, 6452; or permission of instructor. Not open to students with credit for 763.
CHINESE 7465 - Literature in Socialist/Postsocialist China
3 credit hours
A look at Chinese movies, books, and culture from 1949 to today. You will see how artists and writers handled decades of wild social and political changes, giving you a real feel for the stories that shape modern China.
Prereq: 7463; or permission of instructor.
CHINESE 7466 - Lu Xun
3 credit hours
An engaging study of the works of Lu Xun, who is widely considered the father of modern Chinese literature. Through readings of his influential essays, expressive prose poetry, and famous short stories, you will explore his sharp critiques of society and see how his writing helped shape modern Chinese culture.
Prereq: 7463; or permission of instructor.
CHINESE 7467 - Taiwan Literature
3 credit hours
An engaging introduction to the literature of Taiwan from 1900 to the present day. This course explores the modern literary landscape of Taiwan through its diverse history, tracing how writers have navigated shifts in identity, cultural tradition, and social change over the past century.
Prereq: 6451, 6452, 7463; or permission of instructor.
CHINESE 7468 - Chinese Film
3 credit hours
An engaging examination of Chinese film history from its early beginnings to the modern day. This course explores the evolution of Chinese cinema across different eras, analyzing how major filmmakers, artistic movements, and cultural shifts have shaped the industry and its storytelling over time.
Prereq: 7463; or permission of the instructor.
CHINESE 7470 - Ethnic Literature and Culture in China
3 credit hours
This course examines the wide variety of poetry, prose, and other cultural expressions created by ethnic minority groups in China. Through these works, you will explore themes of identity, tradition, and change, gaining a deeper understanding of the diverse voices and cultural heritages that shape Chinese society.
Prereq: 6451, 6452, or 7463, or permission of instructor. Repeatable to a maximum of 6 cr hrs.
CHINESE 7615 - Chinese Perspectives on Chinese Civilization
3 credit hours
An advanced, level seven course designed to explore mainstream Chinese viewpoints on major historical and cultural developments in Chinese civilization. You will learn the commonly recognized structures, phrasing, and styles used to present arguments and share ideas on these academic topics. Conducted entirely in Chinese, this course will help you sharpen your high-level analytical writing and speaking skills while engaging deeply with cultural perspectives.
Prereq: 5104 or equiv. Repeatable to a maximum of 6 cr hrs.
This course is available for EM credit.
CHINESE 7617 - Analysis of Contemporary Chinese Media
3 credit hours
An advanced, level six course designed to help you become familiar with major contemporary Chinese media outlets, including news, online platforms, and social media. You will build the skills to analyze and discuss chosen topics from these sources in depth. Conducted entirely in Chinese, this course is designed to sharpen your critical thinking and high-level language abilities.
Prereq: 5104 or equiv. Repeatable to a maximum of 6 cr hrs.
This course is available for EM credit .
CHINESE 7650 - Negotiating in Chinese Culture
3 credit hours
An advanced, level seven course designed to help you master spontaneous, professional Chinese speech. Through readings in Chinese business practices and professional negotiations, you will learn to deliver polished oral presentations and navigate real-time business discussions with confidence.
Prereq: 5104, or permission of instructor. This course is not open to students with credit for 750.
This course is available for EM credit.
CHINESE 7655 - Language in China
3 credit hours
An advanced, level six course that explores modern language issues in China, including regional dialects, the evolution of writing systems, and the preservation of minority languages. You will also look at how the Chinese language is adapting to the digital world and the information age. Conducted entirely in Chinese, this course helps you deepen your linguistic knowledge and expand your high-level communication skills.
Prereq: 5104 or equiv. Repeatable to a maximum of 6 cr hrs.
This course is available for EM credit.
CHINESE 7660 - Interpersonal Relations and Professional Networking
3 credit hours
An advanced, level six course that explores the hidden assumptions and expectations that shape daily behaviors in both Chinese and American cultures. You will analyze how these cultural values influence how people build personal relationships and professional networks, helping you navigate cross-cultural interactions with confidence and ease.
Prereq: 5104 or equiv. Repeatable to a maximum of 6 cr hrs.
This course is available for EM credit.
CHINESE 7671.51 - Familiarity with Domain Resources and Research
5 credit hours
An advanced, level five course focused on working one-on-one with a mentor to begin developing your own research topic. Conducted entirely in Chinese, this course helps you build your high-level language skills while exploring an academic area of your choice.
Prereq: 5106 or equiv. This course is not open to students with credit for 771.51. This course is progress-graded.
Available for EM credit.
CHINESE 7672.51 - Domain Research and Presentation of a Project
5 credit hours
An advanced, level six course focused on working one-on-one with a mentor to design and develop your own research project. Conducted entirely in Chinese, this course helps you build high-level language skills while diving deep into an academic topic of your choice.
Prereq: 5104 or equiv. This course is not open to students with credit for 772.51. This course is progress graded.
Available for EM credit.
CHINESE 8382 - Studies in Chinese Historical Phonology
3 credit hours
Critical study of the rhyming dictionaries and other historical sources, reconstruction of the phonology of different stages of the Chinese language and their relations to modern Chinese dialects; and topics related to sound change, language contact.
Prereq: 7382; or permission of instructor. This course is not open to students with credit for 882.
CHINESE 8384 - Studies in Chinese Historical Syntax
3 credit hours
An in-depth look at how Chinese sentence structure has changed over time. You will explore the grammar of classical Chinese and study grammaticalization, which is how ordinary words slowly turned into grammatical helper words over time. By reading and analyzing actual ancient writings, you will discover the unique sentence rules that shaped historical Chinese.
Prereq: 7384; or permission of instructor. This course is not open to students with credit for 884.
CHINESE 8471 - Traditional Chinese Poetry
3 credit hours
An engaging study of classic Chinese poetry through lectures and readings of ancient odes and songs, as well as the later shi and ci poetic styles. This course explores the history, rhythms, and structural beauty of these classic works, helping you appreciate how China's rich lyrical heritage evolved over the centuries.
Prereq: 6451, or 6452, or permission of instructor. This course is not open to students with credit for 871.
CHINESE 8472 - Traditional Chinese Fiction
3 credit hours
An advanced study of classical and vernacular Chinese fiction through engaging lectures, selected readings, and deep analysis. This course explores the evolution of storytelling styles, from traditional elite literature to popular everyday language, giving you a rich understanding of the cultural and narrative themes in China’s fictional masterpieces.
Prereq: 6451, or 6452; or written permission of instructor. This course is not open to students with credit for 872.
CHINESE 8473 - Traditional Chinese Drama
3 credit hours
An advanced study of Yuan, Ming, and Qing drama and song traditions through engaging lectures, selected readings, and deep analysis. This course explores the historical development, literary styles, and performing arts of these dynasties, offering a rich look into China’s classical theatrical and musical history.
Prereq: 6451, or 6452; or written permission of instructor. This course is not open to students with credit for 873.
CHINESE 8474 - Traditional Chinese Prose
3 credit hours
An advanced study of various types of Chinese prose through engaging lectures, selected readings, and deep analysis. This course helps you build a strong understanding of literary styles, structural techniques, and cultural contexts by exploring a diverse range of prose texts.
Prereq: 6451, or 6452; or written permission of instructor. This course is not open to students with credit for 874.
CHINESE 8500 - Chinese Bibliography and Research Methods
3 credit hours
A practical introduction to bibliographies and reference works in Chinese Studies, designed to help you find and use the best research tools. This course covers how to approach both general and specific research challenges when working with Chinese sources, helping you build strong, effective research skills.
Prereq: This course is not open to students with credit for 800.