Asian Studies

Saint Mary's University

Bachelor's degree

In Halifax (Canada)

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Description

  • Type

    Bachelor's degree

  • Location

    Halifax (Canada)

  • Duration

    Flexible

  • Start date

    Different dates available

Pursuing Asian Studies will allow you to explore the people and culture of Asia while giving you the opportunity to learn foreign languages. All the while, you’ll develop skills in comparative reasoning, critical thinking, communications, and cultural sensitivity.

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Subjects

  • Societies
  • Asian Studies
  • Anthropology
  • Geography
  • History
  • Language
  • Religion
  • Intermediate
  • Japanese
  • Family in China

Course programme

The Saint Mary’s approach

By undertaking a multidisciplinary study of Asia, you will cultivate an understanding of Asian societies. We have a particular focus on China and Japan, but also offer courses related to Vietnam, Korea and India.

The Asian Studies program at Saint Mary's is the largest program of its kind east of Montreal. With a focus on Asia-related studies, we offer courses in anthropology, geography, history, language, and religion. Through the University's many international agreements, students can study overseas in China, Japan, and Korea.

Sample courses offered:

  • Introductory, Intermediate and Advanced Japanese
  • Introductory, Intermediate and Advanced Chinese
  • Family in China
  • Introduction to Chinese Culture
  • Survey of East Asian History
  • History of Japan
  • Introduction to Asian Film
  • Chinese Film and Literature Geography of Japan

Future career opportunities:

  • Cultural liaison
  • Journalist
  • Political analyst
  • Civil servant
  • Teacher
  • Intelligence officer
  • Foreign policy analyst

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Asian Studies

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