The Master of Chinese Studies (Coursework) programme offers a wide range of specialized themes about classical and modern China and the Southeast Asian Chinese.
It provides an interdisciplinary approach to produce knowledgeable graduates in the field of Sinology in order to mobilize and contribute to the community and national development.
This programme is designed to accommodate fresh graduates and industry practitioners to enable them to acquire new knowledge and increase their competitiveness to fulfil the increasing demand in the field of Sinology.
Full-Time Duration: 2 Semesters + 1 Special Semester (Coursework)
Programme Structure
Core Courses (27 Credits)
Research Methodology for Chinese Studies
History of China
The Chinese Society in Southeast Asia
Chinese Philosophy
Studies of Malaysian Chinese Society
Elective Courses (15 Credits) - 5 Only
Classical Chinese Literature
Contemporary China
Mahua Literature
Special Topics in Chinese Studies
Modern and Contemporary Chinese Literature
Chinese Linguistic
Study of Hong Lou Meng
Research Courses (12 Credits)
Research Project
Career Prospects
Chinese Studies Researcher, University Lecturer in Chinese Studies, Cultural Heritage Consultant, Asian Studies Specialist, Chinese Linguistics Expert, Contemporary China Analyst, Chinese Philosophy Scholar, Malaysian Chinese Society Consultant, Classical Chinese Literature Scholar, Mahua Literature Specialist, Research Coordinator in Chinese Studies, Translator for Chinese Literature, Historical Consultant on China, Cultural Exchange Coordinator, Policy Advisor on Chinese and Southeast Asian Relations.