CHINA ARTS COLLEGE is an independent institute at university and postgraduate level.
Our courses are open to everyone who is interested in Chinese and/or Taoist culture.
We accept both regular and irregular students. Regular students can earn BTA (Bachelor
of Taoist Arts), MTA (Master of Taoist Arts) and TPhD (Doctor of Taoist Arts) degrees.
Irregular students can select one or more courses form the BTA/MTA curriculum, enlist
in short-term programs, suggest their own program, etc.
To make our knowledge available to people who work during the day we also teach on
evenings during the week and during weekends.
Have a look at our college roster to make your choice or get in touch with us to
arrange for a personalized program.
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INTRODUCTION
CHINA ARTS COLLEGE is an independent private education institute. We are internationally
recognized as such. We offer BTA and MTA degrees, as well as TPhD and postgraduate
level courses and programs. Our courses combine Chinese traditions and modern science.
Our degrees are designated ‘Bachelor of Taoist Arts (BTA)’, ‘Master of Taoist Arts
(MTA)’ and ‘Doctor of Taoist Philosophy and Arts (TPhD)’.
At the time of writing we are the only institute at university level in Europe offering
highly specialized practical education in these fields of study. We are the only
institute in the world offering these degrees.
Bachelor degree: at least three years of study. The student aims at widening his/her
view of traditional Chinese Culture and/or Fine Arts, Taoist Alchemy and/or Taoist
Authentic Medicine and obtaining a thorough knowledge. Bachelors must be able to
teach fundamental courses on the subjects they have studied and provide the public
with correct information. If they specialize in Taoist Authentic Medicine they must
be able to practice basic Taoist Healing.
Master degree: for a Bachelor wishing to pursue further education and specialization.
It takes at least two years to obtain the degree. Candidates choose a specialization
(Taoist Authentic Medicine/Taoist Internal Alchemy), but also get opportunities to
continue studying Fine Arts, Internal Martial Arts, and Chinese Cultural Research.
Masters are highly qualified specialists in their field of studies and have a vast
knowledge of Chinese culture and are able to provide accurate advice. They are also
able to teach fundamental and specialized courses. Masters specialized in Taoist
Authentic Medicine are able to practice Taoist Therapies.
A list of qualified Bachelors and Masters of Taoist Arts is available at the registrar's
office.
CONDITIONS
Candidates for the bachelor studies must show proof of an official secondary school
diploma.
Master candidates must present an official Bachelor (preferably BTA) diploma. Students
in possession of a diploma delivered by another university must obtain credits for
some or all of the courses on our Bachelor curriculum.
PhD and postgraduate candidates should present a (preferably MTA) Master's diploma.
Students in possession of a diploma delivered by another university must obtain credits
for some or all of the courses on our Bachelor and Master curriculums.
How to register:
- fill out and sign the registration form
- pay the registration fee [per year; contact us for current fees] and the tuition
fee [per hour] before the start of the academic year (end of September/beginning
of October)
- pass the admission exam (see below)
EXAMS
Only regular students are allowed to participate in the exams. Irregular students
do not need to pass exams.
Admission exam: candidates for regular student status (Bachelor and Master) should
pass the admission exam before registering as students (students in possession of
a regular China Arts BTA diploma do not need to pass this exam). It consists of a
short written and oral/practical exam about motivation and capacities. The staff
informs the candidate about the sort of questions to be expected. If the student
passes the test, he/she can register for the regular student status.
Exams: you can only take exams during the two exam periods (June-July/September);
only courses taught during the year are eligible for exams [exact date and schedules
to be agreed upon with the professors]. Succeeding in the exams means you obtain
credits for the final exams and diploma. For some courses the student is required
to write 1 or more papers. Some of these qualify as exams.
Exam fees consist of
- registration fee per academic year and per period
- professor's honorarium
Contact us for details about the fees for the exams and the admission exam.
The candidates should register for the exams at the registrar's office before the
start of the examination period. The professor(s) and/or tutor(s) will advise the
student on the choice of subjects/courses.
The candidate receives a result form after the exam period. General results are made
public at the Proclamation Ceremony. Diploma's are presented at this ceremony.
SUBJECTS AND COURSES
We teach a vast array of courses throughout the year and there are also special seminars,
Summer Schools, etc. All of these college subjects can be used to collect study points
and credits (after passing the exams).
The Bachelor curriculum can be found here. The Master and PhD/postgraduate curriculums
are highly individualized and therefore will be discussed with the candidates before
the beginning of the new academic year. The subjects are taught via private tuition
and master classes with a limited number of students. The professors and students
discuss practical issues (subjects, time, tuition fee, etc.) before the start of
the academic year. A list of possible subjects can be found on this web site and
here.
BACHELOR OF TAOIST ARTS DEGREE CONDITIONS
It takes at least three years before the candidate can take the final Bachelor of
Taoist Arts exams. The student selects her/his subjects from the curriculum. When
in doubt about your choice, ask the staff for advice.
Each year the candidate collects a minimum of 60 study points. These points can be
obtained by actively participating in the courses and writing papers (10 study points/paper;
papers are normally limited to 1 or 2/year). The subjects of the papers are decided
upon by the professors. Candidates should take into account that a good deal of self
study will be necessary.
At the end of each academic year (June - September) the student participates in the
exams. Succeeding in the exams provides the student with credits for the final exams
(after min. 3 years). After passing all exams and successfully finishing a dissertation
(to be agreed upon by the promoter) the new Bachelor receives an English and a Chinese
diploma. Bachelors can obtain permission to teach and/or practice Taoist Healing.
The final dissertation is a scientific thesis or a practical assignment and a written
report. The candidate may chose her/his subject but should have her/his professor's
consent. This professor will assist the student as promoter and meet with the student
regularly in private sessions for follow-ups. The dissertation should be defended
during the exam period (June - September) of the year in which it was finished and
presented.
MASTER OF TAOIST ARTS DEGREE CONDITIONS
The study program takes at least two years. The student selects her/his specialization
(Taoist Authentic Medicine/Taoist Internal Alchemy) and discusses how to realize
her/his goal with the staff. The curriculum consists of master classes, self study,
papers, practical assignments, private sessions and preparing a scientific dissertation.
The individualized program is discussed before starting the program.
Each year the candidate collects a minimum of 60 study points. These points can be
obtained by actively participating in the courses and/or writing papers (10 study
points/paper). The subjects of the papers are decided upon by the students and their
professors. Candidates should take into account that a great deal of self study will
be necessary.
The final dissertation is a scientific thesis or a practical assignment and a written
report. The candidate may chose her/his subject but should have her/his professor's
consent. This professor will assist the student as promoter and meet with the student
regularly in private sessions for follow-ups. The dissertation should be defended
during the exam period (June - September) of the year in which it was finished and
presented.
DOCTOR OF TAOIST ARTS AND POSTGRADUATE STUDIES
Masters can start a research program to obtain the doctor's degree (TPhD). A Master
may obtain the PhD degree after at least two years of research. The promoter meets
regularly with her/his students in private sessions to follow up the progress. The
candidate should present and successfully defend a scientific dissertation containing
original and revolutionary material and theses before a scientific committee. The
members of the committee will be selected by China Arts College on basis of their
academic record (PhD level) and qualifications in the field of Taoist Studies/Anthropology/Sinology.
The thesis should be a worthy contribution in the field of Chinese cultural studies
and clearly show the candidate's capacities. We can provide individualized programs
for Masters and Doctors belonging to/having studied at other universities.
