Program Overview
Take classes on Asian philosophies that have shaped the cultural landscapes of India, China, Japan, and the Philippines. Study an Asian language. Learn new vocabularies and ways of seeing the world. Choose from a rich selection of history classes. Be exposed to Asia’s pasts and presents. Gain an appreciation for a diverse region of the world. Think critically about the forces that shape Asia today, as well as your own role as a global citizen.
We offer a major, minor, as well as a combined BA/BS with a Master’s in Asia Pacific Studies (MAPS).
Major
The major's interdisciplinary emphasis provides a broad overview of Asia as well as an in-depth investigation into themes and topics that extend across a range of Asian societies. Aided by language study, the major comprises an in-depth, integrated, and interdisciplinary program. Students may select from courses in Asian languages and cultures, comparative literature, economics, environmental studies, history, linguistics, philosophy, political science, religious studies, sociology, women's studies, and courses offered in the School of Management.