Asian Studies minor (B-ARTS_MINOR_14)

Overview

Knowledge about Asia is a crucial national asset at a time of rapid globalisation and social change. The Asian Studies program at the University of Melbourne is one of the largest in Australia and comprises a comprehensive range of subjects in the intellectual, cultural, political and religious traditions of Asia, with a focus on China, Indonesia, Japan and South-east Asia. Asian Studies subjects are taught in English and do not require language prerequisites. Study abroad programs are available and Asialink offers a stimulating program of events and activities with an Asian focus.

Intended learning outcomes

Students who complete this minor will:

Demonstrate a broad knowledge of traditions, ideologies and contemporary developments in the Asian region.
Acquire the ability to use interdisciplinary frameworks to engage critically with key issues in contemporary Asia.
Develop foundational research skills in the analysis of critical issues in the Asian region.
Develop cross-cultural skills to work effectively with people from different cultures.
Gain the ability to set goals and manage time and priorities and work effectively both independently and in groups

Last updated: 2 October 2024

Structure

75 credit points

This minor requires the completion of:

25 credit points of Level 1 subjects, comprising of:

25 credit points of Level 1 electives

OR

12.5 credit points of Level 1 electives and 12.5 credit points of Arts Discovery
25 credit points of Level 2 Selective Subjects
25 credit points of Level 3 Selective Subjects

Level 1 electives

Code	Name	Study period	Credit Points
ASIA10001	Language and Power in Asian Societies	Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)	12.5
ASIA10002	Asian Century: Meaning and Impact	Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)	12.5

Level 2 Selective Subjects

Code	Name	Study period	Credit Points
ASIA20001	Media and Urban Culture in Asia	Not available in 2024	12.5
ASIA20003	Genders and Desires in Asia	Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)	12.5
ASIA20004	Asian Arts: Networks and Hubs	Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)	12.5
ASIA20008	Digital Asia	Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)	12.5
ASIA20007	Human Rights in Asia and the Middle East	Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)	12.5

Level 3 Selective Subjects

Code	Name	Study period	Credit Points
ASIA30003	Asian Religions in Societal Context	Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)	12.5
ASIA30004	Corruption in Asia	Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)	12.5
ISLM30018	Diplomacy: Middle East and South Asia	Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)	12.5
ASIA30005	Global Cultures of Japan and Korea	Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)	12.5

Links

http://www.asiainstitute.unimelb.edu.au/

Last updated: 2 October 2024

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