Sinology (Humanistic Education) (Swansea) BA

This Sinology programme is taught in English and takes a broad approach, focusing on a range of topics essential to understanding Chinese civilisation and its philosophical underpinnings. The course covers essential aspects of Chinese studies, from Chinese philology and the pre-modern education system to the interpretation of Confucian classics. By studying these areas, students gain insight into the core philosophical frameworks and governing concepts that have influenced Chinese society for centuries. These studies help students appreciate the timeless wisdom of Chinese thought and its potential to inform modern ideas about personal and societal growth.