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Chinese History Courses

Courses in Chinese history often teach key events, cultural developments, and influential figures from ancient to modern times. You can build skills in critical analysis, historical interpretation, and comparative studies of different dynasties and their impacts on contemporary society. Many courses introduce tools like primary source analysis and digital archives, which help you engage with historical documents and artifacts, enhancing your understanding of China's rich heritage and its role in global history.


Popular Chinese History Courses and Certifications


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    Shanghai Jiao Tong University

    Mandarin Chinese 2: Chinese for Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: Vocabulary, Oral Comprehension, Language Learning, Language Competency, Cultural Sensitivity

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    University of Virginia

    Plagues, Witches, and War: The Worlds of Historical Fiction

    Skills you'll gain: Public History, Writing, Storytelling, Writing and Editing, World History, European History, Oral Expression, Creativity

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    626 reviews

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    Tel Aviv University

    The History of Modern Israel - Part II: Challenges of Israel as a sovereign state

    Skills you'll gain: Cultural Diversity, Social Studies, Diversity Awareness, Immigration Law, Social Sciences, International Relations, World History, Socioeconomics, Culture, Political Sciences, Sociology, Diplomacy, Public History, Economic Development, Demography, Economics, Governance

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    342 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Xi'an Jiaotong University

    中国哲学经典著作导读

    Skills you'll gain: Liberal Arts, Ancient History, Culture, Cultural Diversity, Research, Human Learning

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    275 reviews

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    National Taiwan University

    中國園林文學 (一) (Chinese Garden Literature (1))

    Skills you'll gain: Art History, Aesthetics, Liberal Arts, Creativity, Ancient History, Writing

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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Social Science Approaches to the Study of Chinese Society Part 2

    Skills you'll gain: Research Design, Research Methodologies, Social Sciences, Research, Surveys, Qualitative Research, Statistical Analysis, Data Collection, Higher Education, Sample Size Determination, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Academic Advising, Probability & Statistics

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    20 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The Museum of Modern Art

    透过摄影看世界

    Skills you'll gain: Photography, Aesthetics, Art History, Public History, Storytelling

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    101 reviews

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Asian American History and Identity: An Anti-Racism Toolkit

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity Awareness, Community Organizing, Social Justice, Intercultural Competence, Cultural Diversity, Advocacy, Immigration Law, Cultural Sensitivity, World History, Social Studies, Media and Communications, Culture

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    Universiteit Leiden

    The Cosmopolitan Medieval Arabic World

    Skills you'll gain: World History, Cultural Diversity, Political Sciences, Ancient History, European History, Social Sciences, Economics, Liberal Arts, Research, Science and Research

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    436 reviews

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    Shanghai Jiao Tong University

    Learn Mandarin Chinese: Capstone Project

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Comprehension, Language Competency, Language Learning, Vocabulary

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    280 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Shanghai Jiao Tong University

    Mandarin Chinese for Intermediate Learners: Capstone Project

    Skills you'll gain: Language Competency, Language Learning, Oral Comprehension, Vocabulary, Grammar, Intercultural Competence

    3.9
    Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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    Shanghai Jiao Tong University

    Mandarin Chinese for Intermediate Learners: Part 2

    Skills you'll gain: Language Competency, Vocabulary, Language Learning, Oral Comprehension

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular chinese history courses

  • Mandarin Chinese 2: Chinese for Beginners: Shanghai Jiao Tong University
  • Plagues, Witches, and War: The Worlds of Historical Fiction: University of Virginia
  • The History of Modern Israel - Part II: Challenges of Israel as a sovereign state: Tel Aviv University
  • 中国哲学经典著作导读: Xi'an Jiaotong University
  • 中國園林文學 (一) (Chinese Garden Literature (1)): National Taiwan University
  • Social Science Approaches to the Study of Chinese Society Part 2: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • 透过摄影看世界: The Museum of Modern Art
  • Asian American History and Identity: An Anti-Racism Toolkit: University of Colorado Boulder
  • The Cosmopolitan Medieval Arabic World: Universiteit Leiden
  • Learn Mandarin Chinese: Capstone Project: Shanghai Jiao Tong University

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