New University General Education Course in Area A
UGEA2288 Understanding China: Tradition and Modernity
Course Description
This course aims to provide a concise introduction to the rich and complex history of China, and how this historical heritage finds manifestation in the lives and thoughts of Chinese people today. Modelled upon and enriching UGCP1001 Understanding China, the course will focus on five themes: intellectual foundations, historical epochs, modernisation, economic development, and science and technology. It will explore the link between tradition and modernity for each theme, drawing on selected works on China from philosophy, history, sociology, economics, and science. Students will be introduced to major events, interpretations, and perspectives pertaining to China’s transformations in the past and present, and will be guided to reflect on contemporary developments in China through lectures, readings, and exploratory projects.
No. of units
3
Eligibility
All CUHK undergraduate students
Offering Terms
Term 1, Term 2, and University Summer Session
Teaching Timetable
Term 1 of 2024-25
| Course Code | Teacher | Language | Class Period |
| UGEA2288A | Dr. Henry Choi | Cantonese | Tuesdays, 1430-1715 |
| UGEA2288B | Dr. Henry Choi | Cantonese | Fridays, 0830-1115 |
| UGEA2288D | Dr. Ray Song | English | Tuesdays, 1430-1715 |
| UGEA2288E | Dr. Ray Song | English | Wednesdays, 0830-1115 |
| UGEA2288F | Dr. Ray Song | English | Thursdays, 0830-1115 |
Enrolment
Please register for the course during the registration period or the add/drop period through CUSIS.
Remarks
- Students should have completed or enrolled in at least one of the two GE Foundation courses (UGFH1000 or UGFN1000).
- Please visit the Registration and Examinations Section website (https://www.res.cuhk.edu.hk/en-gb/teaching-timetable-classroom-booking/teaching-timetable) for the teaching timetable in Term 2 of 2024-25.
Enquiry
Email: ugcp@cuhk.edu.hk
Phone: (852) 3943 0595