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Shue Yan University Prospectus 2023-24

HIST 252 Globalization and China
1 Term; 3 Credits
This course explores the impact of globalization on China and China’s responses in the
context of globalization in the twenty-first century. The course is divided into two parts. The first
part introduces fundamental theories and knowledge about globalization. The second part
focuses on the issues in relation to China and globalization. In addition to reviewing some key
developments in China’s participation in globalization, it will also discuss various aspects of
China in the course of globalization, such as politics, economy, resources and environment.
The course is intended to arouse students’ interest in issues of contemporary China and the
globe.

HIST 256 History of Modern East Asia
1 Term; 3 Credits
East Asia has a long history and culture, with agriculture as the main economic foundation
in the past, forming various political and social structures governed by patriarchy. With the
coming of the West, Westerners established colonies and different spheres of influence in East
Asia, which significantly changed East Asia’s political landscape and also stimulated the birth
of modern nationalism. Facing unprecedented challenges from the West, East Asian countries
had to implement reforms to survive. The content of the course consists of three key
components: the Western penetration, the rise of nationalism, and the modernity of East Asian
countries, which are the most critical themes in the history of modern East Asia, with a particular
reference to Japan and Korea. It aims to help students understand and evaluate these historical
experiences that helped shape contemporary East Asia.

HIST 268 Art History of China
1 Term; 3 Credits
This course is an introduction to the history of Chinese art. It discusses the important
historical and cultural topics in the history of Chinese art through thirteen specific time and
space scenarios to explain the historical significance of the works of art. The teaching content
covers the development of art from pre-Qin to modern times, including unearthed sites,
archaeological relics, surviving paintings and calligraphy, or religious works, etc. It trains
students’ ability to master history and culture from visual and tangible heritage aspects through
the study of art history, which in turn guides students to have a deeper perception and
understanding of the spirit of Chinese art.

HIST 298 Modern History of Hong Kong
1 Term; 3 Credits
This course mainly teaches the history of Hong Kong, from the opening of Hong Kong in
1841 to the signing of the Joint Declaration between China and the United Kingdom in 1984.
The content revolves around three major themes:
1) The changes in British policy governing Hong Kong
2) The evolution of Chinese society

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