Politics and Religions in Chinese Contexts

The course focuses on the fundamentals of politics and religion in China, Taiwan, Hong Kong and the diaspora.

During the course, Chinese concepts regarding politics, religion, science and superstition are analysed.

An important question is the role and conditions of religion in modern China.

Regional and global networks of believers will be studied in depth.

Questions concerning identity and citizenship are another focus of the course.

The globalization of indigenous Chinese traditions such as Confucianism and Daoism is also addressed.

The course consists of one module, 7.5 credits.


Teaching Format

Instruction is given in the form of lectures and seminars.

Attendance at all teaching sessions is mandatory.


Assessment

The examination is in the form of a short oral report and a final take-home exam.

Examiner

Monika Gänssbauer

The schedule will be available no later than one month before the start of the course. We do not recommend print-outs as changes can occur. At the start of the course, your department will advise where you can find your schedule during the course.


Note that the course literature can be changed up to two months before the start of the course.


Course reports are displayed for the three most recent course instances.








Do you have questions about the courses in Chinese language and culture?

Student Councelor:
exp.asien@su.se

Director of Studies:
Johan Fresk

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