BA Asian Studies

Asia: A Global Overview Asia is a region of immense global significance, home to 60 percent of the world’s total population. It serves as a major economic powerhouse, featuring the world's second and third largest economies (China and Japan, respectively), and includes countries like India that have experienced rapid economic growth over the last three decades. Asia is also the cradle of some of the world's most ancient civilizations. Key Program Highlights Home to 60 percent of the world’s population Includes the world's second and third largest economies (China and Japan) India has experienced rapid economic growth in the last three decades The region is the location of some of the world’s most ancient civilizations Crucial area for global economics, population studies, and history