Prospectus

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Political Reform in contemporary China

Course
2010-2011

Admission requirements

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Description

This course deals with political reforms (and their limitations) initiated by the Chinese government during the transition to market socialism. It will explore the factors necessitating the reform, the impact of the reform on the power of the Party vis-à-vis society, the rising political aspiration of the people, and the limitations towards democratization.

Topics include:
 Ideological and organizational reform of the Party
 Congressional and administrative reform of the government
 Elections and grassroots governance
 Corruption and cadre management reforms
 Civil society and NGOs

Course objectives

The course aims at achieving an advanced understanding of the political process in contemporary China. Students will learn about the intricate relationship between economic reform and political change. They will attain a deeper understanding of the political complexity connected with the issue of democracy, human rights, and the rule of law in China.

Timetable

See timetable voor location and time.

Mode of instruction

Tutorial

Assessment method

paper, group project, and presentation

Blackboard

Reading materials, papers, and project reports will be made available via Blackboard.

Reading list

Dali L. Yang, Remaking the Chinese Leviathan: Market Transition and the Politics of Governance in China (Stanford: Standord University Press, 2004).

Registration

Exchange and Study Abroad students, please see the Study in Leiden website for information on how to apply

Contact information

Dhr. Ngo