MA in Chinese Studies
The MA in Chinese Studies aims to provide students who already have a background in Chinese language and culture at undergraduate level with an opportunity to specialise in the area of cultural and literary analysis with particular emphasis on the conflict and communication within the Sinosphere (mainland China, Taiwan, Hong Kong and Macau) and between China and the West. The programme introduces students to academic research, new ideas and theoretical approaches. It aims to equip students with academic, analytical, creative, reflective and presentation skills in order to foster interest and involvement in the field of Chinese languages, literatures and cultures. It also aims to enhance students’ knowledge and understanding of important concepts of Chinese languages, literatures, cultures and societies, in particular with regard to mainland China.
Duration of programme:
1 Year full-time
Commences:
September
Number of credits:
The programme involves two elements: a set of modules (60 ECTS) on which students will be examined in January (30 ECTS) and in May/June (30 ECTS), and a dissertation (Minor Thesis) which students complete after their second semester (30 ECTS)
Entry Requirements:
Candidates normally must have obtained a II.1 BA Honours degree in Chinese Studies. Applicants must have a recognised primary degree which is considered equivalent to Irish university primary degree level. Minimum Chinese language requirements: HSK Level IV or equivalent
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PhD in Chinese Studies
The PhD in Chinese Studies offers research degree opportunities for students with specific interest in the fields of Chinese language, literature and culture. The research profiles of staff members are varied, covering cultural and literary analysis with particular emphasis on: Chinese nationalism and quest for national identity; the conflict and communication between China and the West; China’s sport policy and practice; Chinese martial arts; comparative philosophy; philosophy in literature; Chinese Buddhism.
Closing date:
Research applications are generally accepted at any time.
Commences:
September (or other agreed time)
Course duration:
4 years fulltime, 6 years part-time
Entry Requirements:
MA in Chinese Studies (with at least a II.2 degree respectively), or equivalent. Students who do not hold an MA or equivalent qualification (only admitted in exceptional cases) may be required to take modules from the SMLLC MA programme. Students may, in consultation with their supervisor and the Head of School, take additional MA modules.
Application in the subject line of the application:
1. Personal statement 2. Curriculum Vitae 3. Research proposal (max. 4,000 words) 4. Relevant academic final transcript
Programme Director Dr. Zhouxiang Lu
Tel +353-1-474 7183
Fax +353-1-708 3740
Email Chinese.department@mu.ie
Website www.maynoothuniversity.ie/chinese
Address Chinese Studies, School of Modern Languages, Literatures and Cultures, Maynooth University, Maynooth, Co. Kildare, Ireland
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John & Pat Hume Doctoral Scholarships
Established in honour of John Hume, an alumnus of Maynooth University, and in recognition of his important contribution to Ireland, the John and Pat Hume Doctoral Awards are offered across all disciplines at Maynooth University, offering four years of PhD funding and up to €18k per annum plus fees.
Application guidance & information sessions will be held on 12th February in the Hume Boardroom, Hume Building, North Campus between 11-1pm. A second session will be held on 26th February between 11am -1pm in the Hume Boardroom. To confirm attendance please contact conor.wilkinson@mu.ie.
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Postgraduate Open Evening
The Postgraduate Open Evening at Maynooth University will take place on the 26th February 2019, from 4-8pm in the Maynooth University Library, with a postgraduate exhibition, talks with Course Coordinators and opportunities to meet with current postgraduate students and lecturers and to find out about fees, funding and scholarship opportunities.
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