Asian Studies

Fascinated by the Asian culture? Then study the Bachelor of Arts (Asian Studies) with us.

With Asian Studies you will combine Asian language and culture with theoretical perspectives and apply it to Asian institutional structures, policy frameworks, political systems and ideologies, economies and security regimes. You will also study the complexities and issues of cross-cultural interaction. To help you put what you learn into context, you will be able to put your Asian language skills to practice by undertaking the language tuition that is offered alongside your courses. 

Program structure

COMBINATION 1

Courses to be studiedUnits

Core courses4

Plus 2 x 8-unit Major16

Plus 1 x 4-unit Minor 4

Or 4 x Electives

Total24

COMBINATION 2

Courses to be studiedUnits

Core courses4

Plus 1 x 8-unit Major8

Plus 1 x 12-unit Interdisciplinary Major 12

Total24

COMBINATION 3

Courses to be studiedUnits

Core courses4

Plus 1 x 8-unit Major

8

Plus 3 x 4-unit Minors12

Or Another grouping of Minors and Electives

Total24

Course codeCourse name

Core courses:

CMS1000Communication and Scholarship

EDC2200Indigenous Perspectives

HMT1000History of Western Ideas

HMT2000Ethical Issues and Human Rights

Asian Studies Major:

INR2002Contemporary Issues in Asia

INR3002Nationalism and Revolution in Southeast Asia

INR3004Change in Contemporary China

HMT3001Independent Study Project A

 OR

HMT3002Independent Study Project B

IND1000Indonesian 1A

OR

LAC1001Language Survival Skills

IND2000Indonesian 1B

 OR

LAC1002Language, Peoples and Places

IND2021Intermediate Indonesian A

 OR

LAC2001Language, Culture and Custom

IND2022Intermediate Indonesian B

OR

LAC2002Language, History and Identity

Entry requirements

• Year 12 English (4A) or equivalent

English Language Requirements

Domestic and international students from a non-English speaking background are required to satisfy English Language requirements. This program requires a minimum of IELTS 6.0 or equivalent.

If you do not meet the English language requirements you may apply to study a University-approved English language program.

OP/Rank

The 2014 OP/Rank for this program is: 16/64

International entry requirements

English Language Requirements

Domestic and international students from a non-English speaking background are required to satisfy English Language requirements. This program requires a minimum of IELTS 6.0 or equivalent.

If you do not meet the English language requirements you may apply to study a University-approved English language program.

Pre-requisites

Year 12 Senior Certificate or equivalent from a recognised institution. Find your country's level of qualificationand minimum entry requirements for this program.

Want to improve your English level for admission?

Prepare for the program requirements with English Online by the British Council.

• ✔️ Flexible study schedule
• ✔️ Experienced teachers
• ✔️ Certificate upon completion

📘 Recommended for students with an IELTS level of 6.0 or below.

Enroll in the course

You may be able to apply for scholarships to help with your study costs.