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The University of Melbourne is home to The Asia Institute, which specialises in Asian languages and societies. Our academics are at the forefront of research into the intellectual, legal, politico-economic, cultural and religious traditions, and transformations of Asia and the Islamic world.

The Master of Contemporary Chinese Studies is taught by experts from the Centre for Contemporary Chinese Studies (CCCS).

CCCS was established in the Asia Institute in the Faculty of Arts in 2013, with a focus on research and engagement. The Centre plays a vital role in shaping an Australian approach to the study of contemporary China and serves as a significant source of research-based information on China, Chinese societies and Chinese economies in the 21st century.

Professor Mark Wang, Director of the Centre for Contemporary Chinese Studies and Senior Lecturer, School of Geography, Earth and Atmospheric Sciences

"This course equips graduates with the tools to navigate contemporary China within its own context, while also fostering a deeper comprehension of China's evolving role on both a regional and global scale."

Dr Sarah Rogers, Senior Lecturer in Contemporary Chinese Studies

“It’s hard to think of anything more important at this point in time than understanding China’s place in the world. In this masters program you will have the chance to dive deep into the social, environmental, economic, and geopolitical implications of China’s rise, guided by leading scholars in the field.”