Asian Studies minor

Bachelor of ArtsMinorYear: 2025

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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

On completion of this minor, students should be able to:

  • 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: 9 April 2025

Structure

75 credit points

This minor requires the completion of:

  • 25 credit points of Level 1 electives and Arts Discovery subjects including:
    • A minimum of 12.5 credit points of Level 1 electives
  • 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
ASIA10003 Identity and Belonging in Global Asia
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
 12.5

Level 2 Selective Subjects

Code Name Study period Credit Points
ASIA20001 Media and Urban Culture in Asia
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
 12.5
ASIA20003 Genders and Desires in Asia
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
 12.5
ASIA20004 Asian Arts: Networks and Hubs Not available in 2025 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
ASIA20009 Poverty and Inequality in Asia
Semester 2 (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: 9 April 2025