Program overview
This major focuses on the development history, theoretical innovations, and governance practices of the Chinese Communist Party from its founding to the present. You will study core courses such as CCP history, party building theory, comparative party studies, and China's political system. Many Chinese universities (e.g., Renmin University of China, Fudan University, and the Party School of the Central Committee of the CPC) have deep academic expertise and rich archival resources in this field. It is suitable for students interested in political science, history, and sociology who want to gain a deep understanding of China's political logic. If you enjoy analyzing historical events, studying organizational behavior, or are curious about questions like "how does a party govern a country?", this major will appeal to you. Courses typically include literature review, fieldwork, and case discussions — not rote memorization, but cultivating critical thinking skills.

