Getting started on your detailed study (and gc) super early is really important! You’ll never regret getting it done sooner rather than later. As for the topics themselves, you should look at the criteria for what kinds of topics you can choose. Often, good ones are those with strong links to Chinese culture which can reflect a deeper understanding of Chinese people and their attitudes beyond some surface level facts and figures. They also like to ask for connections to Australian/ your life so keep that in mind when choosing topics, however it likely won’t be a problem as most topics will naturally already have influence in Australia.
Chinese tutor’s suggested topics are all solid. Although I personally would avoid talking about paintings and works if you are not very confident in your Chinese. You can imagine that it is already hard enough to discuss art in English, let alone in a second language. Some other popular ones in my class were 功夫茶，茶，兵马俑 ，剪纸and 姚明. Any topics you have some knowledge of or are interested in are also good candidates since you will be ‘stuck’ studying it for a year.
It’s worth noting there are advantages to choosing a fairly ‘standard’ topic as the examiners will have a good idea of what to ask you because they are already familiar with the content. This means you’re unlikely to get random questions almost unrelated to the topic that someone unfamiliar with the topic might unknowingly ask. Of course, choosing a unique topic will help you stand out but weigh out the pros and cons for yourself before you decide.
Home
Help
Search
Login
