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Shue Yan University Prospectus 2023-24

illustrated by typical examples through the dimensions of the aesthetic object and aesthetic
psychology. After completion of this course, students can enhance their aesthetic appreciation
and critical thinking.

CHI 110 Chinese Literary Criticism
1 Term; 3 Credits
This course aims to introduce the history, characteristics, and discipline of classical
Chinese literary criticism, as well as the important literary theory critics and works. Meanwhile,
students would be acquiring the ability to criticize literary theories and analyse literary works
by explaining and differentiating the literary theories in the course.

CHI 112 Shi Ji ( 史記 )
1 Term; 3 Credits
This course introduces students to one of the greatest ancient Chinese classics – Shi Ji.
After covering selected readings in the course, students will learn the historiographical and
literary achievements of Shi Ji. Completion of the course will in turn deepen their understanding
of ancient historiography and enhance their reading and writing abilities of classical Chinese.
Tutorials and class discussions will be arranged in order to strengthen students' ability in
critical thinking and analytical power.

CHI 114 Chinese Poetry
1 Term; 3 Credits
This course aims at acquainting students with the development of Chinese classical
poems, as well as the four tones and poetic rhyme so as to cultivate students’ interest in writing
classical poems. Great works will be selected from Tang to Song dynasties for reading. Studies
will also be stressed on different factions and styles, appreciation and writing skills. Traditional
and tutorial teaching methods will be used simultaneously.

CHI 121-2 History of Chinese Literature
2 Terms; 4 Credits
These courses aim to build up students’ capabilities of reading, appreciating, and
commenting on ancient Chinese literature. They introduce the origin of Chinese literature and
its development process. The courses put emphasis on the analyses of different historical
phrases concerning the relationships between literary phenomena, literary styles, and the
trends of literary thoughts with varied social and cultural backgrounds. The lecturer shall
delicately analyse the significant authors and their literary works.

CHI 131-2 Elementary Putonghua (for Undergraduates)
2 Terms; 2 Credits
This course introduces fundamental knowledge of Putonghua such as Pinyin and the
distinctive vocabularies and grammar. The course also aims to enhance students’ fluency and

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