CHIN20016 Chinese Cinema

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

Is CHIN20016 hard?

CHIN20016: About average. Not counted by Bachelor of Science, so it isn't on its lists. Makes it easier: No final exam. No student reviews yet — based on the Handbook only.

What you learn

Chinese film and fiction since 1978, and what they show about a fast-changing society.

After it you can

What you need first

a language placement test

Can’t be taken together with

How it’s assessed

Reports and essays 75%, Presentations 20%, Participation 5%

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Quick answers

When is CHIN20016 offered?
Runs in 2026: Semester 2.
What do I need before taking CHIN20016?
Needs a language placement test.
Does CHIN20016 have a final exam?
No, there is no final exam. Assessment: Reports and essays 75%, Presentations 20%, Participation 5%.
How many class hours a week does CHIN20016 have?
3 h a week in class
Can I take CHIN20016 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.
Can I rate CHIN20016?
Yes. If you've taken it, rate it anonymously on this page (difficulty, workload, marking, would you recommend it) and leave a tip for next year's students. Averages show once 3 students have rated it; tips are checked before they appear.

Source: University of Melbourne Handbook 2026

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