Chinese Culture and Society (programme option)

How can we observe and study cultural, social, and political trends in contemporary China and Greater China? What can historical and literary sources tell us about Chinese tradition, philosophy, and religious ideas? And how should we understand the relationship between Chinese tradition and modernity?

The programme option is part of the programme

Asia and Middle East Studies (master's two years)

Employment opportunities

  • Logistics Manager

    “First and foremost, I am very pleased I can use my education in my job, where daily communication takes place in Chinese or Norwegian,” says Martin.

  • Commentator

    As a commentator at Aftenposten, I have the opportunity to reach many people with my opinions, and I get to use both my Chinese and philosophy studies. It is incredibly exciting and satisfying!

  • Adviser for East-Asian languages and language options

    Humanities specialists have some of the most varied and interesting careers – because our studies enable us to work in practically all fields, says ?ystein.