GE1501 Chinese Civilisation - History and Philosophy
Course Objectives
- Introduce basic knowledge, key concepts and major events in Chinese history and philosophy
- Introduce the assessment of source materials
- Train critical thinking in historical and philosophical analysis and interpretation
- Help students identify the “self” in the modern world
Research Project Themes for Semester B 2025/26
| Class Section | Name of Instructor | Research Project Themes |
|---|---|---|
| CB1 CB2 |
Prof. NG Pak Sheung |
Chinese Belief Systems; Dynastic History; China and the World; Civil Service Examinations; Intellectual History |
| CB3 | Prof. HUI Jonathan York Heng |
Dynastic History; China and the World; Intellectual and Religious History |
| ---- | Prof. LI Yiwen |
Chinese Religious Beliefs; Chinese Science and Technology; Cities in Chinese History; The Silk Road; Chinese Arts; Trade and Commerce |
| ---- | Dr. TSANG Kai Won Reynold |
Dynastic Rule and Politics; Exchange between China and the World; Intellects and Intellectual Development; Chinese Religions |
| ---- | Dr. CHAN Wilson |
History of Science, Technology and Medicine; Material Culture; Intellectual History (Confucianism); Religious Daoism |
| ---- | Dr. HUANG Zhuojun |
1. Social history: gender, class, ethnicity, religion, region, etc. and/or the intersectionality of these topics |
| ---- | Dr. WANG Yiqiao |
Urban History; Trade and Commerce; Chinese Maritime Connection in the World; Gender History |
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Please note that the Cantonese, Putonghua and English sections of GE1501 Chinese Civilisation - History and Philosophy will continue to be offered. Student are encouraged to take GE 1501 according to their study plan.
Enquiry: cah@cityu.edu.hk