Program overview
The history of Marxist development, simply put, is the study of how Marxist theory has evolved and been applied across different countries and periods from its inception to the present day. You might think it sounds very theoretical, but actually studying it is quite fascinating—you'll read classic works by Marx and Engels, such as *Capital* and *The Communist Manifesto*, and also explore how later thinkers like Lenin and Mao Zedong developed the theory in their own national contexts. Core courses include Selected Readings of Marxist Classics, History of Marxist Philosophy, History of Socialist Thought, and Schools of Foreign Marxism. This major is especially suited for students interested in social justice, historical patterns, and the evolution of ideas. If you love asking "Why is society like this?" and "How do theories change reality?", then this is your cup of tea. Chinese universities have unique advantages in this field: first, abundant resources—many classic texts have Chinese translations and research materials that are world-leading; second, China itself is a key case of Marxist practice, allowing you to observe up close how theory takes root in reality.