China & Asia Pacific Studies (CAPS)Arts and Sciences
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- Schedule of Classes - January 5, 2026 3:59PM EST
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CAPS 1622
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In 1868, samurai revolutionaries and their allies seized the reins of power and established a new capital they called Tokyo. Against all odds, this fragile regime survived and made Tokyo a center of power ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Choose one lecture and one discussion. Combined with: ASIAN 2222, GOVT 1623, HIST 1622
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4 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
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- TR Goldwin Smith Hall G64-Kau Aud
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
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Roebuck, K
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- T Goldwin Smith Hall 156
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
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- T Uris Hall 312
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
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- W Goldwin Smith Hall G19
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
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- W Phillips Hall 307
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
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- W Morrill Hall 110
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
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- R Goldwin Smith Hall 156
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
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- R Goldwin Smith Hall 156
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
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- R Goldwin Smith Hall 164
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
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- F White Hall B14
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
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CAPS 1740
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This course explores the history of imperial China between the 3rd century b.c.e. and the 16th century c.e. with a focus on the following questions: How did imperial Chinese states go about politically ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Choose one lecture and one discussion. Combined with: ASIAN 2740, HIST 1740, MEDVL 1740
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4 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
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- MW Goldwin Smith Hall G64-Kau Aud
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
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Hinrichs, T
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- F Rockefeller Hall B15
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
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- F Goldwin Smith Hall 350
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
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- F Uris Hall 369
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
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- F Goldwin Smith Hall 348
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
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CAPS 1920
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This course surveys modern Chinese history from 1600 to present. Time will be devoted to each of the three major periods into which modern Chinese history is conventionally divided: the Imperial ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Choose one lecture and one discussion. Combined with: ASIAN 2920, HIST 1920
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4 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
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- MW White Hall 106
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
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Du, M
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- R Morrill Hall 110
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
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- R Uris Hall 398
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
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CAPS 2230
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This is an introduction of Chinese civilization from ancient times up to the end of the Chinese empire in 1911. It is intended to familiarize students with the major concepts of Chinese history, society, ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Choose one lecture and one discussion. Combined with: ASIAN 2230
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3 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
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- MW Rockefeller Hall 230
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
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Son, S
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- F Rockefeller Hall 103
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
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Son, S
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- F Rockefeller Hall 103
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
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Son, S
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- F Rockefeller Hall B16
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
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Son, S
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- F Rockefeller Hall B16
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
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Son, S
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CAPS 2281
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This course offers a broad understanding of the crucial roles East Asian women played in culture, the economy, and society from antiquity to the early twentieth century. By rethinking the pervasive stereotype ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Choose one lecture and one discussion. Combined with: ASIAN 2281, FGSS 2281, HIST 2981
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3 Credits Opt NoAud(Letter or S/U grades (no audit))
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- MW Rockefeller Hall 122
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
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Son, S
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- F Rockefeller Hall B16
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
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Son, S
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- F Rockefeller Hall B16
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
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Son, S
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CAPS 2575
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This course focuses on the human condition of Chinese women after 1949. In the name of the Women's liberation movement since the early 1900s, do Chinese women eventually hold up the half sky? From the ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Choose one lecture and one independent study. Combined with: FGSS 2575, HIST 2575
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4 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
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- TR Uris Hall 204
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
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Sun, P
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CAPS 3021
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This course examines the long, complicated history of Korea’s relationship with China, focusing on the period from the fourteenth century to the present. Rather than having a nation-bound interpretation ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Combined with: ASIAN 3021, HIST 3021
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3 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
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- TR Rockefeller Hall 103
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
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Joo, H
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CAPS 3329
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Ever since the creation of the concept of a culturally and geographically stable center in China, people have been intentionally excluded from that center. Disgraced officials are sent to far-flung provinces, ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Combined with: ASIAN 3329, COML 3985
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3 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
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- TR Rockefeller Hall 128
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
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Admussen, N
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CAPS 4001
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This seminar, using faculty-directed research projects, is intended to survey China's transformation through revolution and reform since 1949, and to examine major issues under the themes of modernity ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Combined with: GOVT 3007
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4 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
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- Beijing, China
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Xin, X
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CAPS 4002
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This course, offered by faculty members of Peking University's School of International Studies, provides Chinese perspectives on contemporary China's international relations. view course details
Regular Academic Session. Combined with: GOVT 3017
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4 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
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- Beijing, China
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CAPS 4010
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Honors students conduct research to prepare a thesis on a topic of their own choosing under the direction of a faculty member. The application must be successfully submitted and an Honors Committee formed ... view course details
CAPS 4020
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Honors students complete research and finish a thesis on a topic of their own choosing under the direction of a faculty member. view course details
CAPS 4030
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This course serves as a survey of major issues within Chinese politics and foreign policy and constitutes the capstone seminar for CAPS students. It is intended to give students an opportunity to explore ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Combined with: ASIAN 4435, GOVT 4037
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4 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
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- T Sibley Hall 318
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
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Carlson, A
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CAPS 4076
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How did the U.S. and China reach this precarious moment? Are they on the brink of a hot war, or can diplomacy still prevent the worst? Is a cold peace even possible? This course critically examines the ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Choose one seminar and one independent study. Combined with: AMST 4076, AMST 6076, ASIAN 4076, ASIAN 6076, HIST 4076, HIST 6076
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4 Credits Graded(Letter grades only)
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- T Uris Hall 438
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
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Sun, P
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CAPS 4127
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Visions of bodily corruption preoccupy ruler and ruled alike and prompt campaigns for moral, medical, and legal reform in periods of both stability and revolution. This seminar explores the links between ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Choose one seminar and one independent study. Combined with: ASIAN 4415, ASIAN 6615, BSOC 4127, FGSS 4127, FGSS 6127, HIST 4127, HIST 6127, SHUM 4127, STS 4127, STS 6127
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4 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
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- M Goldwin Smith Hall 181
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
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Roebuck, K
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CAPS 4355
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China's transition to capitalism has resulted in more than a generation of rapid and nearly uninterrupted growth. It increasingly dominates the production of all sorts of goods, from the very low end and ... view course details
Regular Academic Session. Combined with: ASIAN 4443, ILRGL 4355
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4 Credits GradeNoAud(Letter grades only (no audit))
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- MW Ives Hall 115
- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
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Friedman, E
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CAPS 4888
Course Description
This directed study course allows CAPS students to enroll at Beida (Peking University) in courses offered to international students by the Peking University School of International Studies. view course details
Regular Academic Session.
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1-4 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
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- Beijing, China
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Staff
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Instruction Mode: Independent Studies
CAPS 4999
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Independent study course in topics not covered in regularly scheduled courses. Students select a topic in consultation with the faculty member who has agreed to supervise the course work. view course details
Project Session Full.
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1-4 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
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- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
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Xin, X
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Instruction Mode: Independent Studies
To apply: first discuss the Independent Study with the course supervisor, and then complete the online Independent Study form at https://data.arts.cornell.edu/as-stus/indep_study_intro.cfm.
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Project Session Full.
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1-4 Credits Stdnt Opt(Letter or S/U grades)
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- Jan 20 - May 5, 2026
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Staff
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Instruction Mode: Independent Studies
To apply: first discuss the Independent Study with the course supervisor, and then complete the online Independent Study form at https://data.arts.cornell.edu/as-stus/indep_study_intro.cfm.
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