Synopsis
Topics
- The Principles of Reading
- Selected Readings of Newspaper Articles
- Selected Readings of Poetry
- Selected Readings of Essays and Prose
- Selected Readings of Novels and Short Stories
- Selected Readings of Professional Writings
Learning Outcome
- Identify the important skills involved in reading and comprehending advanced Chinese texts
- Demonstrate a high level of reading competence in Chinese.
- Review advanced Chinese texts such as literary works and real-life Chinese documents
- Describe genre through reading different types of Chinese texts
- State cultural and social implication on language
- Develop good appreciation and analytical skills in Chinese which put them in a better position to produce translations of higher quality
Academic Week* | Seminar | Day & Time |
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1 | 1 | Monday, 7PM - 10PM |
2 | 2 | Monday, 7PM - 10PM |
5 | 3 | Monday, 7PM - 10PM |
6 | 4 | Monday, 7PM - 10PM |
9 | 5 | Monday, 7PM - 10PM |
10 | 6 | Monday, 7PM - 10PM |
* Note: Although CCC101 and CCC103 are both scheduled on Mondays, there is no timetable conflict as the two courses run on different weeks.
Relevance of Course to employment/upskilling/reskilling
This course equips students with advanced Chinese text analysis and critical thinking skills that are highly relevant to the workplace in Singapore’s multilingual and globally connected economy. Through structured reading methods and guided textual analysis, students develop the ability to interpret complex Chinese texts accurately, critically, and contextually—skills essential for professions in communication, media, education, public service, cultural industries, and language-related roles. Students are trained to analyse texts with close attention to historical context, cultural nuance, and stylistic features, strengthening their ability to evaluate information, identify implicit meanings, and communicate insights effectively. The course supports upskilling and reskilling by enhancing cross-cultural literacy and regional awareness—key competencies for Singapore-based professionals engaging with Chinese-speaking markets and communities.
Schedule
| Academic Week | Date and Time | Seminar | Topic |
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| 1 | Monday, 7PM-10PM | Face-to-Face |
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| 2 | Monday, 7PM-10PM | Online via Zoom |
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| 5 | Monday, 7PM-10PM | Online via Zoom |
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| 6 | Monday, 7PM-10PM | Face-to-Face |
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| 9 | Monday, 7PM-10PM | Online via Zoom |
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| 10 | Monday, 7PM-10PM | Face-to-Face |
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Trainer Information
王志伟博士在中国河南大学完成了汉语言文学的本科学位，并在新加坡国立大学获得了中国研究的硕士学位，之后在南洋理工大学获得中国文学的博士学位。他拥有深厚的学术背景，主要研究方向有中国唐宋文学研究、中国现代文学研究以及新加坡马来西亚的华文文学研究。自1998年以来，他历任Catholic Junior College的华文老师，MOE CPDD的高级课程规划与发展专员，Anderson Secondary School 华文部主任等。他在2002年进入SUSS担任讲师，多次荣获优秀教学奖。
Dr. Wang Zhiwei holds a Bachelor’s degree in Chinese Language and Literature at Henan University in China, a Master's degree in Chinese Studies from the National University of Singapore, and a Doctorate in Chinese Literature from Nanyang Technological University. His research focuses on Classical Literature (Tang and Song Dynasty), contemporary Chinese literature, and Chinese literature in Singapore and Malaysia. Since 1998, Dr Wang has served as a Chinese language teacher at Catholic Junior College, a senior curriculum planning and development officer at the Ministry of Education, and the Head of Department (Chinese language) at Anderson Secondary School. He joined SIM/SUSS as associate faculty in 2002 and has received multiple Teaching Excellence Awards in recognition of his dedication to teaching.
Course Fees
| International Participants | Singapore Citizens (below 40yrs) & Permanent Residents (aged 21 and above) | SkillsFuture Mid-Career Enhanced Subsidy1 (S'poreans aged 40 and above) | Enhanced Training Support for SME2 (Singaporean and PRs) | |
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| Full Course fee (A) | $1,753.00 | $1,461.00 | $1,461.00 | $1,461.00 |
| SSG grant (70%) (B) | - | $1,022.70 | $1,022.70 | $1,022.70 |
| Nett course fee (A) - (B) = (C) | $1,753.00 | $438.30 | $438.30 | $438.30 |
| 9% GST on nett course fee (D) | $157.77 | $39.45 | $39.45 | $39.45 |
| Total nett course fee payable, including GST (C) + (D) = (E) | $1910.77 | $477.75 | $477.75 | $477.75 |
| Less additional funding if eligible under various schemes (F) | - | - | $292.20 | $292.20 |
| Total nett course fee payable, including GST, after additional funding from the various funding schemes (E) - (F) = (H) | $1,910.77 | $477.75 | $185.75 | $185.75 |
1 Mid-Career Enhanced Subsidy:
Singaporeans aged 40 and above may enjoy subsidies up to 90% of the course
fees.
2 Enhanced Training Support
for SMEs: SME-sponsored employees (Singaporean Citizens and PRs) aged 21
and above may enjoy subsidies up to 90% of the course fees.
- Participants are required to achieve at least 75% attendance and pass any prescribed examinations/assessments or submit any course/project work (if any) under the course requirement.
- Participants are required to complete all surveys and feedbacks related to the course.
- The course fees are reviewed annually and may be revised. The University reserves the right to adjust the course fees without prior notice.
- Singapore University of Social Sciences reserves the right to amend
and/or revise the above schedule without prior notice.
For clarification, please contact the SUSS Academy via the following:
Telephone: +65 6248 0263
Email: [email protected]