Chinese studies allow scholars to engage with contemporary China by studying religion, popular culture, and economics. Students may also learn about history and literature and study the changes in China’s international relations and law.

China, officially the People's Republic of China, is a sovereign state located in East Asia. It is the world's most populous country, with a population of over 1.35 billion.

A course is the study of a particular topic within a wider subject area and is the foundation of a qualification. A typical course includes lectures, assessments and tutorials.