CHIN20008 China Since Mao

University of Melbourne · Level 2 · 12.5 points · Runs in 2026: Semester 2.

Is CHIN20008 hard?

CHIN20008: Easier. Makes it easier: No final exam, Only 2.5 class hours a week. No student reviews yet — based on the Handbook only.

What you learn

Political, social and cultural change in China since 1976, from the end of the Mao era to its current place in the world.

After it you can

What you need first

None

How it’s assessed

Reports and essays 90%, Participation 10%

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Quick answers

When is CHIN20008 offered?
Runs in 2026: Semester 2.
What do I need before taking CHIN20008?
No prerequisites.
Does CHIN20008 have a final exam?
No, there is no final exam. Assessment: Reports and essays 90%, Participation 10%.
How many class hours a week does CHIN20008 have?
2.5 h a week in class
Can I take CHIN20008 as breadth?
Yes, for: Bachelor of Biomedicine, Bachelor of Commerce, Bachelor of Design, Bachelor of Fine Arts (Acting), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Animation), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Dance), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Film and Television), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Music Theatre), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Production), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Screenwriting), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Theatre), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Visual Art), Bachelor of Music, Bachelor of Science.
Can I rate CHIN20008?
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Source: University of Melbourne Handbook 2026

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