ARTS1008 Take on Hong Kong: The Revitalisation and Interpretation of Hong Kong’s Cultural Heritage

Course ARTS1008 Take on Hong Kong: The Revitalisation and Interpretation of Hong Kong’s Cultural Heritage
Class Time Every Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday (27 June) 14:30 – 17:15
Teacher Dr. Yeung Yeung FOK
Course Description This course explores cultural heritage definitions and relevant conceptualisations in the local context. It introduces the historical development of cultural heritage in the contemporary world. It then further discusses the current legal and policy framework of local heritage selection and conservation. It requires the student to reflect on what heritage is and how heritage shall be selected and defined. Through various local case studies, students will explore the social relation between cultural heritage and the local community. They will debate how cultural heritage shall be interpreted from a local perspective but could be operated sustainably.
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RESEARCH INTERESTS
  • The politics of heritage policy
  • Re-urbanisation in the East Asian region
  • Cultural identity of the contemporary Muslim community in Southern China