Identity and Belonging in Global Asia (ASIA10003)

Undergraduate level 1Points: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)

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This subject explores who we are, how we understand ourselves, and our sense of belonging in relation to others across time and place in Asia and its global diasporas. Specifically, you will question interconnected identity expressions such as gender, religion and belief systems, race, ethnicity, minority identities, class structures, and associated stereotypical assumptions.

You will look at popular culture phenomena, including K-Pop, Manga, and Bollywood films, considering their influence on youth identity expressions over the decades. Together with peers, you will explore and analyse localised global social media activist movements such as #BeraniBersuara (dare to have a voice) and Indonesia’s #MeToo. The subject will introduce you to the theoretical and methodological tools and skills that you will need to analyse various Asian cultural phenomena, and their impact on identity construction, our everyday lives and real-world issues.

Identity and Belonging in Global Asia is available as a Bachelor of Arts Discovery subject, supporting your introduction to university and fostering connections within your course. If you are taking this as your Discovery subject, you will need to concurrently complete the three compulsory Joining Melbourne modules.

 

Intended learning outcomes

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

  • Define and communicate both disciplinary and multidisciplinary approaches to understanding positionality, intersectional identities and cultures in Asia and its diasporas
  • Identify the main theoretical debates and research methodologies in the field of positionality, intersectional identities and cultures within the context of Asian studies
  • Apply foundational knowledge of concepts and approaches to the study and investigation of positionality, intersectional identities and cultures, with a focus on relations with the Asian region
  • Question positionality, intersectional identities and cultures through both popular culture and historical cultural exchange

Generic skills

Upon completion of this subject, students should be able to:

  • Demonstrate understanding, ethical behaviour, social responsibility, and cultural awareness in interactions with others
  • Engage and enquire with respect and empathy towards diverse cultural perspectives through constructive feedback
  • Work effectively in diverse teams, navigating a multicultural context with competence and cultural sensitivity
  • Engage in self-reflection to identify strengths and areas for improvement
  • Exercise critical thinking skills and engage in scholarly debates.

Last updated: 4 March 2025