Chinese Studies (M. A.)

Chinese Studies (Master of Arts)

Master’s program "Chinese Studies"

This research-oriented Master’s program in Chinese Studies is a novelty in Germany’s sinological education. Focusing on „Transformation and Particularity in China“ the program combines content courses with advanced language training. Recognised experts will teach students in fields ranging from contemporary political studies to heritage and innovation in imperial China. Students may specialize on either pre-modern or contemporary topics (see required electives below). Apart from equipping students with an excellent command of both Mandarin and Classical Chinese, the program provides deep insights into China’s past and present internal dynamics.

Program Structure

The program commences every September and takes place both in Würzburg and in Bejing: during the first two semesters students are based in Würzburg; the third semester takes place at Beijing University in China. The final semester is intended for writing the master thesis, while the place to conduct research may be chosen by the students themselves. The stay abroad at Beijing University is obligatory and integrated into the program so that credit points earned in Beijing are transferred to the University of Würzburg.

The program comprises compulsory language courses and required electives:

• Module 1: Modern Chinese Language
  
• Module 2: Classical Chinese Language
  
• Module 3: Modern Japanese
  
• Module 4: Research Methods
  
• Module 5: Transformation in Contemporary China
  
• Module 6: Heritage and Innovation

More Information can be found on the sinology department´s homepage.