Chinese Studies (CHST) - Course Descriptions - University of Louisville

Sep 26, 2026

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Chinese Studies (CHST) course offering information for the University of Louisville outlines active subject-area classes, with guidance that not every course runs in every academic term. It explains 500-level offerings typically appear in both undergraduate and graduate listings, while section availability can vary by semester. The document also covers possible course fees beyond standard tuition and directs students to the Bursar for program-, subject-, and course-specific fee details, then provides individual CHST course descriptions, typical terms, and cross-listing notes.

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CHST Course Lists and Enrollment Notes

Course Fees and Bursar Information

CHST 270: Tales of the Chinese Diaspora

CHST 271: Chinese Popular Culture

CHST 313: Special Topics

CHST 323: Doing Business in China

CHST 331: Chinese Culture and Tradition

CHST 333: Contemporary China

CHST 335: China Through Film

CHST 341: Ethnicity and Religion in China

CHST 351: Chinese Literature in Translation I

Chinese Studies (CHST) 1 CHINESE STUDIES (CHST) Subject-area course lists indicate courses currently active for offering at the University of Louisville. Not all courses are scheduled in any given academic term. For class offerings in a speciﬁc semester, refer to the Schedule of Classes ([https://courseleafpath.louisville.edu/](https://courseleafpath.louisville.edu/)) . 500-level courses generally are included in both the undergraduate-and graduate-level course listings; however, speciﬁc course/section offerings may vary between semesters. Students are responsible for ensuring that they enroll in courses that are applicable to their particular academic programs. Course Fees Some courses may carry fees beyond the standard tuition costs to cover additional support or materials. Program-, subject-and course-speciﬁc fee information can be found on the Ofﬁce of the Bursar website ([https://](https://)[ ](https://)[louisville.edu/bursar/tuitionfee/university-fees](louisville.edu/bursar/tuitionfee/university-fees)) . CHST 270. Tales of the Chinese Diaspora-AH, P2 3 Units Term Typically Offered: Fall Odd Years Description: An introduction to Chinese historical, global migrationsin modern times, the reciprocal influences between Chinese and nonChinese cultures, and Chinese ethnicity and identities within the global context. Note: Cross-listed with M L 270 and AST 270. For class offerings for a speciﬁc term, refer to the Schedule of Classes ([http://htmlaccess.louisville.edu/classSchedule/](http://htmlaccess.louisville.edu/classSchedule/)[ ](http://htmlaccess.louisville.edu/classSchedule/)[setupSearchClassSchedule.cfm](setupSearchClassSchedule.cfm)) CHST 271. Chinese Popular Culture-AH, P2 3 Units Term Typically Offered: Fall Only Description: This course is an introduction to modern and contemporary Chinese pop culture and its global signiﬁcance. Note: Cross-listed with M L 271. For class offerings for a speciﬁc term, refer to the Schedule of Classes ([http://htmlaccess.louisville.edu/classSchedule/](http://htmlaccess.louisville.edu/classSchedule/)[ ](http://htmlaccess.louisville.edu/classSchedule/)[setupSearchClassSchedule.cfm](setupSearchClassSchedule.cfm)) CHST 313. Special Topics 3 Units Term Typically Offered: Occasionally Offered Description: Topic varies by semester. Conducted in English. Note: May be repeated once for credit. For class offerings for a speciﬁc term, refer to the Schedule of Classes ([http://htmlaccess.louisville.edu/classSchedule/](http://htmlaccess.louisville.edu/classSchedule/)[ ](http://htmlaccess.louisville.edu/classSchedule/)[setupSearchClassSchedule.cfm](setupSearchClassSchedule.cfm)) CHST 323. Doing Business in China 3 Units Term Typically Offered: Occasionally Offered Description: Discussion of business traditions, practices, etiquette, and norms in China. Conducted in English. Note: Cross-listed with AST 323. For class offerings for a speciﬁc term, refer to the Schedule of Classes ([http://htmlaccess.louisville.edu/classSchedule/](http://htmlaccess.louisville.edu/classSchedule/)[ ](http://htmlaccess.louisville.edu/classSchedule/)[setupSearchClassSchedule.cfm](setupSearchClassSchedule.cfm)) CHST 331. Chinese Culture and Tradition 3 Units Term Typically Offered: Occasionally Offered Description: Discussion of Chinese culture and society from the beginnings to 1900, covering topics of religion and government, education, marriage, family, medicine, invention, art, architecture, and other aspects of social life. Conducted in English. For class offerings for a speciﬁc term, refer to the Schedule of Classes ([http://htmlaccess.louisville.edu/classSchedule/](http://htmlaccess.louisville.edu/classSchedule/)[ ](http://htmlaccess.louisville.edu/classSchedule/)[setupSearchClassSchedule.cfm](setupSearchClassSchedule.cfm)) CHST 333. Contemporary China 3 Units Term Typically Offered: Occasionally Offered Description: Discussion of the China of today, in

FAQs

Are CHST courses offered every academic term?

No. The document states that courses currently active for offering at the University of Louisville are not all scheduled in every academic term.

How do 500-level CHST courses relate to undergraduate and graduate listings?

The document notes that 500-level courses are generally included in both undergraduate and graduate-level course listings, though specific course/section offerings may vary by semester.

Where can students find CHST-related course fee details?

Program-, subject-, and course-specific fee information is available on the Office of the Bursar website, referenced in the document under “Course Fees”.

Sep 26, 2026

Uploaded by sagouaw