ReConnect China MOOC: Introduction to EU-China Relations

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Ongoing until end of 2026

Level: Basic

Language: English

Credits: 3 ECTS

Time: on-going until 18 December 2026

Organiser: The course is offered by the EU-Horizon ReConnect China –project and it is organized by the Center for East Asian Studies, University of Turku.

Contact person:  Senior university lecturer Dr Outi Luova, Center for East Asian Studies, University of Turku

Objectives: This course offers a comprehensive introduction to the relations between the European Union (EU) and China. It is designed for learners who wish to develop a foundational understanding of key issues in Sino-EU relations and how they have evolved in the recent global context. Upon completing this course, participants will possess the essential tools to analyze the dynamically evolving relationship between the EU and China. They will also be acquainted with the primary sources of information on Sino-European relations, enabling them to continue engaging and learning even after completing the course..

 

Content: This course is divided into five thematic modules.

  1. Historical background
  2. Political relations
  3. Economic and societal relations
  4. EU-China relations in global context
  5. Interdependence between EU and China

Taken as: Asynchronous online course.

The core materials consist of short (20 min) recorded lectures and slide decks that are prepared by leading European experts on China. In addition, the versatile learning materials include timelines, infographics, podcasts and open access online materials. Learners will also get acquainted with central sources of information about China, including selected Chinese webpages.

The learning experience is enriched by various types of automatically graded assignments. These encompass quizzes, drag-and-drop exercises, and branching scenarios. Moreover, each module culminates in a multiple-choice exam, providing a comprehensive evaluation of the knowledge assimilated. In order to complete the course and receive a course certificate, students need to pass all assignments and exams within the course period.

Grading: Pass/fail

Enrollment :

This is a free online course available for anyone to enroll.

The course is arranged in the DigiCampus learning platform. Sign up using manual registration, your Google password or your HAKA-credentials (students from Finnish universities or polytechnics)  on this page.

Students who hold a valid study right at a member university of the Asia Network, and self-paying students of the Asia Network, can also register to this course through the Asia Network application process. After successfully completing all coursework, their study credits will be registered in the Peppi- service at the transition between academic study period.

Information about the application period and the application process is available here.

Certificate and study credits:

Once students have successfully completed all assignments and exams, they can generate an automatic course completion certificate. The certificate is digitally verifiable.
If you wish to receive study credits for this course, please check with your university in advance to confirm whether it accepts the MOOC certificate for credit

More information about how to take MOOC-courses is available here.