Studying online

There are now 2 possible online modes for units:

Units with modes Online timetabled and Online flexible are available for any student to self-enrol and study online.

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Unit Overview

Description

This is an in-country unit during Australian summer holidays which enables students to undertake intensive language study at a Chinese university to develop their oral and written skills to a high level. It is offered as an alternative to one Chinese studies unit at UWA.

Credit
6 points
Offering
AvailabilityLocationMode
Not available in 2024ChinaFace to face
Details for undergraduate courses
  • Level 2 elective
  • Substitute unit for any one Level 2 units (6 points) for the Chinese Studies major
Outcomes

Students are able to through four weeks of intensive instruction and interaction with Chinese language and culture, students improve their oral and written skills of Chinese language. Students also achieve a high level of familiarity with social norms and culture in China, preparing them for a wide range of social and employment contexts..

Assessment

Indicative assessments in this unit are as follows: assessment arrangements are in the hands of the host universities in China. Students receive grades for work they complete in the host university, and official transcripts of their grades are provided to UWA. If successful, students are awarded an ungraded pass by UWA.. Further information is available in the unit outline.



This unit is assessed on an ungraded pass/ungraded failed basis. All assessment items must be successfully completed.

Student may be offered supplementary assessment in this unit if they meet the eligibility criteria.

Unit Coordinator(s)
Dr Yu Tao
Unit rules
Prerequisites
Successful completion of
at least one Chinese language unit at UWA or equivalent as recognised by the Faculty
Incompatibility
CHIN2215 China Field Study
Incidental fees
Incidental student fees and charges are costs incurred by students as part of their studies at UWA that are in addition to their tuition fees (further information is available here).
Participation in this unit will incur the following incidental fee(s):
Food, travel and accommodation only, includes visa related charges (estimated cost - variable).
Note
This unit is available over the summer break (late November - late December). Approval by advising Faculty Student Office.
  • The availability of units in Semester 1, 2, etc. was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change.
  • All students are responsible for identifying when they need assistance to improve their academic learning, research, English language and numeracy skills; seeking out the services and resources available to help them; and applying what they learn. Students are encouraged to register for free online support through GETSmart; to help themselves to the extensive range of resources on UWA's STUDYSmarter website; and to participate in WRITESmart and (ma+hs)Smart drop-ins and workshops.
  • Visit the Essential Textbooks website to see if any textbooks are required for this Unit. The website is updated regularly so content may change. Students are recommended to purchase Essential Textbooks, but a limited number of copies of all Essential Textbooks are held in the Library in print, and as an ebook where possible. Recommended readings for the unit can be accessed in Unit Readings directly through the Learning Management System (LMS).
  • Contact hours provide an indication of the type and extent of in-class activities this unit may contain. The total amount of student work (including contact hours, assessment time, and self-study) will approximate 150 hours per 6 credit points.