Key facts
UNE unit code: CHIN211
*You are viewing the 2025 version of this unit which may be subject to change in future.
- Not offered in 2025
- Armidale Campus
- Yes
- No
- No
- 6
Unit information
The art of Chinese calligraphy is highly respected. This unit is open to students learning Chinese, to those of Chinese heritage, and also to those who have no knowledge of the language but are attracted to Chinese calligraphy.
Learning calligraphy is especially useful for you if you are a student of Chinese language and culture. You will learn more about the structure of the language and the way that Chinese language speakers think when you understand the fundamentals that underpin the order of their brush strokes.
Lectures cover materials, basic brush skills, styles, and the history of Chinese calligraphy.
The unit culminates in an exhibition of your work.
Intensive schools
There are no intensive schools required for this unit.
Enrolment rules
There are no requisites for this unit.
Notes
Please refer to the student handbook for current details on this unit.
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Learning outcomes
Upon completion of this unit, students will be able to:
- demonstrate a depth of understanding of a major Chinese art form;
- demonstrate a depth of understanding of the structure of Chinese writing; and
- apply knowledge and technical skills of the basic brush work and styles of Chinese calligraphy.
Assessment information
Assessments are subject to change up to 8 weeks prior to the start of the teaching period in which you are undertaking the unit.
| Title | Must Complete | Weight | Offerings | Assessment Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assessment 1 | Yes | 10% | All offerings | Assessments are submitted fortnightly, on Ou Style basic strokes and relevant characters. |
| Assessment 2 | Yes | 10% | All offerings | Assessments are submitted fortnightly, on Ou Style basic strokes and relevant characters. |
| Assessment 3 | Yes | 10% | All offerings | Assessments are submitted fortnightly, on Ou Style basic strokes and relevant characters. |
| Assessment 4 | Yes | 10% | All offerings | Assessments are submitted fortnightly, on Ou Style basic strokes and relevant characters. |
| Assessment 5 | Yes | 20% | All offerings | Assessments are submitted fortnightly, on Ou Style basic strokes and relevant characters. |
| Assessment 6 | Yes | 20% | All offerings | Assessments are submitted fortnightly, on Ou Style basic strokes and relevant characters. |
| Final Calligraphy contribution | Yes | 20% | All offerings | Contribution to final exhibition. |
Learning resources
Textbooks are subject to change up to 8 weeks prior to the start of the teaching period in which you are undertaking the unit.
Note: Recommended material is held in the University Library — purchase is optional.
The Simple Art of Chinese Calligraphy: Create Your Own Chinese Characters and Symbols for Good Fortune and Prosperity
Qu, Lei Lei, UNE Reprint
Text refers to: All offerings
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