Chinese Studies Major & Minors
Here are the Requirements for Majors and Minors in Chinese Studies and Language.
REQUIREMENTS FOR A MAJOR
CHINESE STUDIES
| TOTAL COURSES REQUIRED | Ten |
|---|---|
| CORE COURSES |
Two courses in Chinese language One course covering Chinese culture broadly; there are 5 ways to fulfill this requirement: 1) ASIA 140; 2) ASIA 251; 3) HIST 107; 4) HIST 108; or 5)POLS 253ASIA 480 (Senior Seminar): In consultation with the instructor, students should include a component of China in the substantial essay they complete for the course. In exceptional cases, students may opt to complete an independent senior thesis with consultation and permission from the AS director. |
| OTHER REQUIRED COURSES | A minimum of six courses from among the following (at least two of the six courses should be on a Chinese topic only): ARTH 133, ARTH 135, ARTH 234, ARTH236, ARTH 334, ASIA 140, ASIA 190 (when a Chinese topic), ASIA 197 (when a Chinese topic), ASIA 250, ASIA 251, ASIA 290 (when a Chinese topic), ASIA 390(when a Chinese topic), ASIA 470 (when a Chinese topic), CHIN 161, CHIN 162,CHIN 261, CHIN 262, CHIN 269, CHIN 361, CHIN 362, CHIN 461, CHIN EXP,ECON 330, HIST 100 (when a Chinese topic), HIST 107, HIST 108, HIST 190(when a Chinese topic), HIST 252, HIST 290 (when a Chinese topic), HIST 351,HIST 353, HIST 490 (when a Chinese topic), HIST 491 (when a Chinese topic),HONR 102 (when a Chinese topic), HONR 300 (when a Chinese topic), POLS 253,REL 130, REL 258, REL 259, REL 290 (when a Chinese topic), REL 491 (when a Chinese topic), SOC 301 (when a Chinese topic). A number of other courses may be applied toward the Chinese Studies program. See the Schedule of Classes each semester for a complete listing. |
| NUMBER 300 AND 400 LEVEL COURSES | Three including ASIA 480 (where China is substantial in the content) |
| SENIOR REQUIREMENT AND CAPSTONE EXPERIENCE | All Chinese Studies Majors must complete the Asian Studies Senior Seminar (ASIA 480), which includes a substantial essay, with a grade of "C" or above. All students are expected to give a public presentation of their work. |
| ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | A maximum of 3 courses per term (and 5 in total) may be counted toward the major from semester-long study abroad programs. A maximum of 6 language courses can count toward the Chinese Studies major. |
| WRITING IN THE MAJOR | Majors in Chinese Studies complete the writing in the major requirement by preparing a portfolio of their writing from courses they have taken in Chinese Studies. The portfolio should include the following items: 1) an analysis of a cultural product, perception, or practice; 2) a thesis or research paper; 3) an essay written in Chinese; and 4) an essay reflecting on the intellectual trajectory in Chinese Studies. Students complete items 1and 2 in their normal courses and 3 in CHIN 261 or any other intermediate or advanced Chinese class. The only additional writing for the portfolio is item 4. Students should consult with their advisor or the director for details on the portfolio. |
REQUIREMENTS FOR A MINOR
CHINESE STUDIES
| TOTAL COURSES REQUIRED | Five Credits (Three of the five must be taken at DePauw) |
|---|---|
| CORE COURSES | Two Chinese language courses at any level. |
| OTHER REQUIRED COURSES | A minimum of three courses in which China is an essential part of the curriculum. At least one of the three courses should be solely on a Chinese topic. |
| NUMBER 300 AND 400 LEVEL COURSES | One course |
CHINESE LANGUAGE
| TOTAL COURSES REQUIRED | Five |
|---|---|
| CORE COURSES | None |
| OTHER REQUIRED COURSES | Five credits in Chinese language courses at the 200-level or above. Only one of these courses may be taken off-campus. |
| NUMBER 300 AND 400 LEVEL COURSES | Two |