BA East Asian Studies and Social Anthropology

Course Overview This Bachelor of Arts in East Asian Studies offers a comprehensive and interdisciplinary exploration of the region, combining rigorous language acquisition with a broad examination of its diverse cultures, histories, and societies. The program is distinguished by its strong comparative focus, providing students with a nuanced understanding of East Asia as a dynamic and interconnected region rather than through a single-country lens. Key Program Highlights Gain proficiency in an East Asian language such as Japanese, Korean, or Mandarin Chinese Explore interdisciplinary perspectives from history, politics, sociology, and the arts Develop a sophisticated, comparative understanding of the entire East Asian region Tailor your degree by combining this focus with another academic subject or discipline Build a strong foundation for careers in international relations, business, and cultural sectors