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 participation in seminars 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 takes place both for the whole class and in smaller groups.
Grades
The Swedish grades U–VG.
Prerequisites
- 60 credits in Chinese at First cycle, including the courses Chinese in Speech and Writing II, 15 credits, Chinese Oral Proficiency II, 7.5 credits and Chinese Characters II, 7.5 credits
Other Information
Replaces KI1032.