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The Chinese Lyric Journey: Classical Poetry and Painting - CHIN2222
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Faculty: Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences
 
 
School:  School of Languages and Linguistics
 
 
Course Outline: http://languages.arts.unsw.edu.au/currentstudents/courseoutlines.shtml
 
 
Campus: Kensington Campus
 
 
Career: Undergraduate
 
 
Units of Credit: 6
 
 
EFTSL: 0.12500 (more info)
 
 
Indicative Contact Hours per Week: 3
 
 
Enrolment Requirements:
 
 
Prerequisite: CHIN2007 or equivalent
 
 
Fee Band: 1 (more info)
 
 
Further Information: See Class Timetable
 
 

Description

Examines the interrelationship between classical Chinese poetry and painting in a broad context of Chinese poetics and aesthetics from an interdisciplinary perspective. A comparative approach will also be adopted to explore the similarities and differences between Chinese and European aesthetics - such as Chinese literati artists and French impressionists - paying particular attention to the philosophical and cultural milieu of their times. In addition to theoretical writings, the class will read and analyse classical Chinese literary and artistic works which will be treated both as artistic creations and objects of aesthetic appreciation.


Learning Outcomes

  • Identify and examine different genres of Chinese poetry and painting
  • Interpret and appreciate the works of major poets and literati artists
  • Explain the philosophical links between poetry and painting
  • Discuss major themes and issues in Chinese poetry and painting
  • Appreciate similarities and differences between Chinese and Western aesthetics
  • Enhance research and essay writing skills.

Assessment

  • Class participation - 10%
  • Reading reports - 30%
  • Presentations - 20%
  • Essay (2000-2500 words) - 20%
  • Final exam - 20%

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