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Overview
Students will study the ‘ancient wisdom’ of China, which is of great cultural significance and is increasingly seen as relevant to contemporary concerns, such as personal and societal well-being and sustainability.
This Confucian Classical Studies Programme at The University of Wales Trinity Saint David will focus on advanced-level engagement with Classical Chinese Confucian texts and the spiritual, cultural and political values and practices that they embody.
Modules will focus on enhancing understanding of Classical Chinese and methodologies such as textual criticism, commentary, and textual analysis.
Career Opportunities
Possible employment roles for graduates from this programme include:
- teachers and educators in a range of settings in both China and the UK;
- academic researchers in traditional texts and ancient Chinese texts;
- translation work
- educational administration and policy
- ethical business and commercial ventures
- community work and initiatives
- voluntary and travel industries
- heritage conservation; archive and museum work
- corporate and personal coaches/trainers in ancient Chinese ‘wisdom’ and life skills.
Programme Structure
Modules include:
- Research Methodologies for the Study of Sinology
- Confucian Classical Studies
- Interpretation of The Four Books
- Readings from the Governing Principles of Ancient China
- Readings from The Compilation of Books and Writings on the Important Governing Principles
- Classical Chinese Texts in English
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApplication deadline not specified.
Language
Partially taught in English, Partially taught in Chinese (Mandarin)
IELTS 6.5
Credits
180 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
History Philosophy & Ethics Literature View 419 other Masters in Literature in United KingdomAcademic requirements
GPA Required
English requirements
IELTS 6.5
Other requirements
General requirements
- Each application will be considered on its own merit and based upon an interview with relevant teaching staff within the University and the Academy of Sinology.
- The bilingual nature of the programme requires a degree of competency in both Chinese and English.
Tuition Fee
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International
15000 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 15000 GBP per year during 24 months. -
National
7500 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 7500 GBP per year during 24 months.
Living costs for Lampeter
660 - 1140 GBP /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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