MPhil in Chinese Language and Literature | Department of Chinese Language and Literature, The Chinese University of Hong Kong

Programmes

MPhil in Chinese Language and Literature

Course List and Course Description

Required Courses

CHLL6011	Seminar 3 Units Presentation of research projects in class. Students should consult their supervisors on the subject matter of their research projects and prepare written reports for oral presentations and discussions in class.
CHLL8100	M.Phil. Thesis Tutorial 3 Units Regular meetings with supervisor to discuss progress of thesis research and writing, and to work on problems that arise from research.

Chinese Linguistics

CHLL6111	Chinese Paleography I 3 Units Special emphasis on the use and analysis of paleographic materials. Topics vary according to students’ research interests and focuses.
CHLL6121	Chinese Paleography II 3 Units Special emphasis on the use and analysis of paleographic materials. Topics vary according to students’ research interests and focuses.
CHLL6131	Selected Works on Chinese Language I 3 Units Study of major works in Chinese linguistics and etymology, with special emphasis on their theoretical significance and influence in the field. Topics vary according to students’ research focuses.
CHLL6141	Selected Works on Chinese Language II 3 Units Study of major works in Chinese linguistics and etymology, with special emphasis on their theoretical significance and influence in the field. Topics vary according to students’ research focuses.
CHLL6151	Special Topics in Chinese Linguistics I 3 Units Special emphasis on the use and analysis of paleographic materials. Topics vary according to students’ research interests and focuses.
CHLL6161	Special Topics in Chinese Linguistics II 3 Units Special emphasis on the use and analysis of paleographic materials. Topics vary according to students’ research interests and focuses.

Chinese Classical Works

CHLL6211	Selected Works of the Classics (Jing) I 3 Units Critical study of Confucian classics. Topics focus on composition, transmission, authenticity, contents, commentaries, meaning, value and influence. Students are required to conduct research on a chosen topic under supervision.
CHLL6221	Selected Works of the Classics (Jing) II 3 Units Critical study of Confucian classics. Topics focus on composition, transmission, authenticity, contents, commentaries, meaning, value and influence. Students are required to conduct research on a chosen topic under supervision.
CHLL6231	Selected Works of the Philosophers (Zi) I 3 Units Critical study of works selected from pre-Qin philosophical writings. Topics focus on composition, transmission, authenticity, commentaries, and thoughts. Students are required to conduct research on a chosen topic under guidance.
CHLL6241	Selected Works of the Philosophers (Zi) II 3 Units Critical study of works selected from pre-Qin philosophical writings. Topics focus on composition, transmission, authenticity, commentaries, and thoughts. Students are required to conduct research on a chosen topic under guidance.
CHLL6251	Special Topics in Classical Chinese Texts I 3 Units Critical study of topics that pertain to compilation, transcription, transmission, commentaries, and annotations of ancient Chinese texts. Students are required to conduct research on a chosen topic under guidance.
CHLL6261	Special Topics in Classical Chinese Texts II 3 Units Critical study of topics that pertain to compilation, transcription, transmission, commentaries, and annotations of ancient Chinese texts. Students are required to conduct research on a chosen topic under guidance.

Classical Chinese Literature

CHLL6311	Special Topics in Classical Chinese Prose I 3 Units Critical study of classical Chinese prose, with emphasis on particular authors, works or schools.
CHLL6321	Special Topics in Classical Chinese Prose II 3 Units Critical study of classical Chinese prose, with emphasis on particular authors, works or schools.
CHLL6331	Special Topics in Classical Chinese Poetry I 3 Units Critical study of classical Chinese poetry, with emphasis on particular authors, works or schools.
CHLL6341	Special Topics in Classical Chinese Poetry II 3 Units Critical study of classical Chinese poetry, with emphasis on particular authors, works or schools.
CHLL6351	Special Topics in Pre-Modern Chinese Fiction and Drama I 3 Units Critical study of classical Chinese drama and fiction, with emphasis on particular authors, works, or schools.
CHLL6361	Special Topics in Pre-Modern Chinese Fiction and Drama II 3 Units Critical study of classical Chinese drama and fiction, with emphasis on particular authors, works, or schools.
CHLL6371	Special Topics in Classical Chinese Literature I 3 Units Critical study of special topics in classical Chinese literature, with emphasis on particular authors, works or schools.
CHLL6381	Special Topics in Classical Chinese Literature II 3 Units Critical study of special topics in classical Chinese literature, with emphasis on particular authors, works or schools.

Modern Chinese Literature

CHLL6411	Special Topics in Modern Literary Genres I 3 Units Critical study of genres in modern Chinese literature, including fiction, poetry, drama, prose and miscellaneous writings. To help students further develop their independent research skills, focus will be placed on use of research materials and methodologies.
CHLL6421	Special Topics in Modern Literary Genres II 3 Units Critical study of genres in modern Chinese literature, including fiction, poetry, drama, prose and miscellaneous writings. To help students further develop their independent research skills, focus will be placed on use of research materials and methodologies.
CHLL6431	Special Topics in Modern Chinese Writers I 3 Units Critical study of selected authors in modern Chinese literature. To help students further develop their independent research skills, focus will be placed on use of research materials and methodologies.
CHLL6441	Special Topics in Modern Chinese Writers II 3 Units Critical study of selected authors in modern Chinese literature. To help students further develop their independent research skills, focus will be placed on use of research materials and methodologies.
CHLL6451	Special Topics in Modern Chinese Literature I 3 Units Critical study of issues, other than genres and authors, in modern Chinese literature. Topics may focus on research methodologies, literary thoughts, literary schools, regional literature, comparative literature, etc.
CHLL6461	Special Topics in Modern Chinese Literature II 3 Units Critical study of issues, other than genres and authors, in modern Chinese literature. Topics may focus on research methodologies, literary thoughts, literary schools, regional literature, comparative literature, etc.

Study Scheme

(I) Required Courses

To attend CHLL6011 during first year of attendance.

To take CHLL6011 during second year of attendance.

(II) Elective Courses

Students have to take at least three courses (at least 9 units) endorsed by the Division.

(III) Thesis monitoring course to be taken each term until graduation: CHLL8100

At least 12 units (for full-time)

At least 18 units (for part-time)