China In World Politics
- Social Sciences
- 400 level
- 3 credit units
- 154 pages
- 20 units
This course explores China's development from a dependent economy to a world power. It examines the historical antecedents of China, including wars and challenges faced before the Republic's creation. The course delves into political systems, cultural influences, and the relationship between China and other nations. It also addresses problems arising from China's development, political and economic issues, reform efforts, and political changes aimed at improving the well-being of the Chinese nation.
About this course
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Study hours
- 30 hours
- Maths
- None
- Content
- Theoretical, case study
- Practical work
- No
- Assignments
- Tutor marked assessments
- Final examination
What you'll read
The real module and unit structure of INR491, taken from the course material NOUN publishes.
One paragraph, so you can see how it reads
INR491 · UNIT 2: CHAOS IN ASIA
1.0. INTRODUCTION In this unit, we will examine the various dynasties that ruled China in its early days and their contributions to the state, the various challenges, wars, troubles and rebellions which she had to surmount to arrive to its present state.
What you should be able to do
- Describe the growth of the Chinese economy from premedieval time till date.
- Discuss in detail, two major effects of the cost of growth on the Chinese environment.
- Discuss the consequences of success in China, how far it outweighs the benefits.
- Describe in detail the Goals and aims of the political reforms
- Discuss two political issues facing China and recommend solution to them.
What it prepares you for
- Diplomat
- International Relations Analyst
- Policy Advisor
- Trade Negotiator
- Political Risk Analyst
- Government
- International Organizations
- Consulting
- Financial Services
- Non-profit
Where it gets hard
The units students slow down on, and what makes each one heavy.
- Module 3: The Rise and Consolidation of Global Power
Unit 1: China's place in international trade and political systems
The unit requires understanding of complex economic indicators and historical data to compare China's economic performance with other nations.
- Module 1: Historical Antecedents of China
Unit 1: Historical Antecedents of China
Understanding the philosophical thoughts of scholars like Lao Zu and Confucian requires critical thinking and analytical skills.
A suggested way through it
13 weeks, about 26 hours in total. Yours will differ.
- Week 1Module 1: Historical Antecedents of China
Unit 1: Historical Antecedents of China · 2 hours
Explore the historical context of China's development.. Understand the impact of foreign military impositions and predatory trade practices..
- Week 2Module 1: Historical Antecedents of China
Unit 2: Chaos in Asia · 2 hours
Examine the Qing Dynasty and its impact on China.. Analyze the causes and effects of the Opium War..
- Week 3Module 1: Historical Antecedents of China
Unit 3: Cultural Revolution · 2 hours
Study the causes and effects of the Cultural Revolution.. Analyze the role of Mao Zedong and the Red Guards..
- Week 4Module 1: Historical Antecedents of China
Unit 4: Political, Social and Economic Life · 2 hours
Describe the social and economic implications of China's growth.. Examine the government's measures to address these issues..
- Week 5Module 2: The Rise and Consolidation of Global Power
Unit 1: China's place in international trade and political systems · 2 hours
Describe the growth of the Chinese economy from early premedieval time.. Examine the major factor that aided Western Imperialism.
- Week 6Module 2: The Rise and Consolidation of Global Power
Unit 2: China: Rise to World Class Competitor · 2 hours
Give an account of how China grew from imperial dependency to be a world-class competitor.. Explain also how China managed to rise to political power among other nations..
- Week 7Module 2: The Rise and Consolidation of Global Power
Unit 3: China and Asia today · 2 hours
Explain the meaning of Asian Tigers and Asian Dragon. Discuss the challenges in Asian relations.
- Week 8Module 2: The Rise and Consolidation of Global Power
Unit 4: The Cost of Success on China- Environment · 2 hours
List and explain some of the environmental issues and challenges facing China. Suggest ways of tackling this menace..
- Week 9Module 3: A Look at China's Role in the Cold War
Unit 1: China's Role in the Cold War · 2 hours
Discuss China's role during the Cold War era.. Describe China's relationship with the Soviet Union and the United States..
- Week 10Module 3: A Look at China's Role in the Cold War
Unit 2: Cold War Issues · 2 hours
Discuss the role that China played during the cold war. Explain what they understand by the Triangular Diplomacy.
- Week 11Module 3: A Look at China's Role in the Cold War
Unit 3: The United States and China during the Cold War · 2 hours
State the position of Korea and India during the cold war era. Explain in detail the meaning of Rapprochements.
- Week 12Module 3: A Look at China's Role in the Cold War
Unit 4: China in Africa · 2 hours
State and explain Chinas African economic policy. Expanciate on the relevance of that policy.
- Week 13Module 4: China Taiwan and the South China Sea
Unit 1: China- Taiwan Relations · 2 hours
Accurately give an account of the history and international relations between China and Taiwan. Systematically discuss the military and economic power of Taiwan today..
Preparing for the exam
- Create timelines of key events in Chinese history (Units 1-3) to understand the context of political and economic developments.
- Develop comparative charts analyzing the economic policies of different Chinese leaders (Units 4-5).
- Practice essay questions on the impact of globalization on China (Module 5), focusing on specific examples.
- Review the key principles of Chinese foreign policy (Unit 4) and their application in different regions (Africa, Asia).
- Create concept maps linking the historical events, political systems, and economic policies discussed in the course.
Questions students ask about this course
What is INR491 about?
This course explores China's development from a dependent economy to a world power. It examines the historical antecedents of China, including wars and challenges faced before the Republic's creation. The course delves into political systems, cultural influences, and the relationship between China and other nations. It also addresses problems arising from China's development, political and economic issues, reform efforts, and political changes aimed at improving the well-being of the Chinese nation.
How many units does INR491 have?
INR491, China In World Politics, has 20 units across 5 modules, over 154 pages of course material. You can read it one unit at a time.
How many credit units is INR491?
INR491 carries 3 credit units, at 400 level in Social Sciences.
Is INR491 hard?
INR491 is rated intermediate level, with no mathematical content. It is mostly theoretical and case study work.
How long does INR491 take to study?
About 30 hours of study, spread across its 20 units.
How is INR491 assessed?
INR491 is assessed by assignments, tutor marked assessments and final examination.
What can I do with INR491?
Diplomat, International Relations Analyst, Policy Advisor, Trade Negotiator and Political Risk Analyst.