China’s Foreign Policy (Online course/Asianet) (3cr)

Objectives (course unit)

China’s rise in world affairs is arguably one of the most significant foreign policy issues today affecting all aspects of international life. During this course participants will gain understanding of the major directions in Chinese foreign policy and what are its distinguishing characteristics.

Content (course unit)

This course examines the evolution of China's foreign policy, contemporary issues, and China’s relations with Africa, Europe the US and rest of Asia.

Prerequisites (course unit)

Basic knowledge about China. For example the Asia Network course “Johdatus Itä-Aasiaan” or “Introduction to Chinese Politics and Society”

Assessment scale

0-5

Learning materials

Recorded online presentations and reading materials.

Further information

REGISTRATION Students from the University of Turku, and the other member universities of the Finnish University Network for Asian Studies can register for this course through the Peppi or Sisu systems. This course has a maximum intake of 40 students. Students are selected in the order of application. The places are divided evenly between the member universities of the Network. STARTING THE COURSE On the first day of the course, you will receive a welcome message from the teacher, including a link to the course webpage. The course is offered through the Finnish University Network for Asian Studies https://www.asianet.fi/.