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Code Module Credits Duration Prerequisite(s)
YEAR 4 (Cont.)

BSTP4102 Thesis II 4 60 hrs ---
To equip students with the academic skills in writing a review article and conducting

research in a defined area of interest, leading to a better understanding of the
knowledge learned and to be more competitive in the future work and employment.
Contents (Thesis I): Research question conception; Literature review; Organization and
summarizing information from literature; Proposal writing. Students are required to
submit a research proposal at the end of Thesis I. Contents (Thesis II): Data collection;
Data analysis; Data discussion; Thesis writing. Students are required to submit a thesis at
the end of Thesis II.
ENGL4101 English VII 2 30 hrs ---
To increase students’ exposure to different contexts of using English for authentic
communicative purposes both in daily lives and at work. The four macro-skills are
covered and writing skills are to be emphasized. Oral presentations and oral interviews
are required for assessment. In addition, medical terminologies about health concepts,
diseases and others are added. Writing resumes and covering letters are to be included.
Contents: Continuation of English V and VI which include expression of opinion and
reporting events; Analyzing information; Talking about scientific advances, etc.
ENGL4102 English VIII 2 30 hrs ---

To increase students’ exposure to different contexts of using English for authentic
communicative purposes both in daily lives and at work. The four macro-skills are
covered and writing skills are to be emphasized. Oral presentations and oral interviews
are required for assessment. In addition, medical terminologies about health concepts,
diseases and others are added. Writing resumes and covering letters are to be included.
Contents: Continuation of English V and VI which include expression of opinion and
reporting events; Analyzing information; Talking about scientific advances, etc.
Elective Subjects - Group A
CHIN2100 Introduction to Chinese Culture 2 30 hrs ---

This course aims to introduce students to key aspects of traditional and modern Chinese
culture in order to help them to better understand the Chinese experience and
worldview. Topics include: development of the Chinese language and writing system,
calligraphy and brush painting, cultural geography, urban life, martial arts, mainstream
popular culture, music, and cuisine
HIST1111 History and Culture of Macao 2 30 hrs ---

The course introduces students to the development and history of Macao since the Ming
dynasty, and the role of Macao both in the contemporary history of China and in
boosting the Sino-western cultural exchanges. The course serves as a foundation in
studying the society, arts and culture of Macao. Topics include methodology in historical
studies, colonialism and Sino-Portuguese relationship during the Ming and Qing
Dynasties, urban development, the origin and development of arts, the handicraft
industry, borders, as well as the development of Catholicism in the territory.

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