Asian Studies
Major, Minor
Degree: Bachelor of the Arts
There's no question about the influence Asia has had on world history, as the birthplace of four major religions, written language, cartography and everything from gunpowder to paper.
Union's Asian Studies Program promotes knowledge and understanding of the language, culture and art of Asia, with emphasis on China and Japan. Our incredibly diverse faculty members offer courses in many disciplines across the spectrum of the humanities and social sciences – contributing their expertise and passions in everything from art history to political science.
With their acquired depth and breadth of knowledge, our students pursue a range of independent projects, research and theses as they engage with the history and cultures of Asia.
Courses
Islamic Art and Architecture. Discourses on the Vietnam War. The Turbulent History of Modern Asia. You will select from these and some 70 other courses as you learn both social scientific and humanistic ways of viewing and analyzing the world. You also will develop your individual interests by concentrating on courses that explore a related theme, such as ancient Chinese civilizations, Japan or Asia as a global force.
Faculty
You’ll learn from faculty from a variety of departments and programs, including anthropology, art history, economics, English, history, modern languages and literatures, music and political science. Our classes are small and promote an atmosphere of collaboration and persona exploration.
Study abroad
There is no better way to understand Asia and develop global citizenship than through intensive language and cultural immersion. The Asian Studies program works closely with the International Programs Office to offer full-term study abroad programs in China (Shanghai), Japan (Tohoku), Vietnam and Cambodia, as well as mini-terms in Bali, Cambodia, China (Tianjin) and India. Students are strongly encouraged to engage with Asian peoples and globa culture through such firsthand experience abroad.
After Union
Our students are well prepared for a world and marketplace in which knowledge about Asia is critical. As an Asian studies major, you will develop significant writing, language, critical thinking and research skills. Graduates of our program have gone on to advanced study and to careers in business, education, government service, journalism, law, the visual arts and other fields.
What some of our graduates are doing:
- Asia manager, Law Firm of Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft LLP
- Associate, Trail Runner International, Shanghai
- Associate director, Student Data and Information Management, University of Virginia
- Candidate, MSc in development studies, SOAS University of London;
- China assistant training coordinator, University of Minnesota
- Executive officer, U.S. Marine Forces Reserve
- M.B.A. candidate, Columbia Business School
- Social studies teacher, Bethlehem Central Senior High School
Courses and requirements
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