POLS30011 Chinese Politics and Society

University of Melbourne · Level 3 · 12.5 points · Runs in 2026: Semester 1.

Is POLS30011 hard?

POLS30011: About average. Makes it easier: Only 2.5 class hours a week. No student reviews yet — based on the Handbook only.

What you learn

A history-based survey of Chinese politics, from the early Communist Party and Mao's rise to the society and politics of China today.

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What you need first

None

How it’s assessed

Reports and essays 50%, Final exam 50%

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Quick answers

When is POLS30011 offered?
Runs in 2026: Semester 1.
What do I need before taking POLS30011?
No prerequisites.
Does POLS30011 have a final exam?
Yes, the final exam is 50% of the mark. Assessment: Reports and essays 50%, Final exam 50%.
How many class hours a week does POLS30011 have?
2.5 h a week in class
Can I take POLS30011 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 POLS30011?
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Source: University of Melbourne Handbook 2026

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