The document provides an overview of the China Studies subject which explores key issues related to China's development since 1978. It discusses China's ancient civilizations and challenges of governing its large population. Students will analyze diverse sources and perspectives on China's politics, economy, society and culture. Lessons involve questioning, debating, evaluating sources and assuming roles. Examinations include case studies requiring interpretation and evaluation of materials, as well as essays presenting analytical arguments. For H2 students, there is also an independent research essay on China's development. Studying China Studies helps develop skills in using information, weighing factors, analytical thinking and persuasive communication.

2. A 5000 Year-old Civilisation

3. Descendants of the Dragon

4. The Middle Kingdom

5. The Red Dynasty

6. What shapes Chinese culture and society today?

7. Is China shaped by its geography? Or …

8. How do the Chinese leaders rule a population of 1.3 billion?

9. One Country, Two Systems?

10. What are the challenges of governing China?

11. What influences cross-strait relations?

12. How sustainable is China’s economic development?

13. What does a rising China mean to the world?

14. We explore these issues in …

15. China Studies in English H1 & H2

16. An interdisciplinary subject … focuses on … Geopolitical Economic … aspects of China since 1978 Socio-cultural

17. What can China Studies OFFER me?

18. China Studies enables you to … G ain a broad exposure to key issues related to the development of contemporary China Deepen your understanding of the Chinese, their culture and ways of thinking Develop an awareness and appreciation of diversity among the people and regions of China Appreciate the geopolitical and economic implications of China’s rise as a regional and global player Develop an understanding of the social and environmental implications of China’s development Develop skills in evaluating diverse perspectives on China and arrive at an informed judgment of issues Develop independent study skills in order to pursue a topic of interest related to China (applicable to H2 China Study only)

19. So what would you be doing during China Studies lessons?

23. How is China Studies useful to my university education?

25. So are you beginning to feel this subject is for YOU?

26. The Exploration Begins…