Asian Studies Minor

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The Asian Studies Program is an interdisciplinary program focusing on a region currently undergoing a dramatic economic, political, and social transformation. The program provides students with a grasp of the region’s diversity while emphasizing the interactive nature of an overarching community of nations. Careers in international business, government service, and education can be augmented by preparation in Asian Studies. The program also serves as an excellent preparation for graduate study in various academic and professional fields.

Required Courses

AST 102 - Introduction to Asian Studies Credits: (5)

First-year Chinese or First-year Japanese: Credits (15)

CHIN 151 - First-year Chinese Credits: (5)
CHIN 152 - First-year Chinese Credits: (5)
CHIN 153 - First-year Chinese Credits: (5)
OR
JAPN 151 - First-year Japanese Credits: (5)
JAPN 152 - First-year Japanese Credits: (5)
JAPN 153 - First-year Japanese Credits: (5)

Choose three classes from the following list: Credits 12-14

You are required to choose a minimum of one class from each of the three groups. Elective courses may not be chosen from the student’s major area.

(Note: Other courses may be included with advisor’s approval. At least two departments must be represented among selected courses.)

Total Credits: 30-32

College and Department Information

Asian Studies Program
College of Arts and Humanities

Program Outcomes
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Asian Studies Minor

Required Courses

First-year Chinese or First-year Japanese: Credits (15)

Choose three classes from the following list: Credits 12-14

Group 1 (Social Sciences)

Group 2 (Aesthetic Experience)

Group 3 (Humanities)

Total Credits: 30-32

College and Department Information