Students must complete one course from each of the 4 areas (12-13 credit hours): Language, Culture, History & Philosophy, and Politics & Geography. Students choose one additional course from one of the 4 areas or may complete a Study Abroad in Asia for a minimum of 3 credit hours. Study Abroad in Asia is strongly recommended.
No more than two courses below the 200-level will count toward the certificate. Other appropriate courses may be offered and substituted subject to approval.
Language
- EALC-J - Students will take 1 language course in Japanese. The specific course will depend on student performance on a placement test.
Culture
Choose one course
- FINA-A 362 - The Art of Japan
- FINA-A 451 - Art of the South Pacific
- FINA-A 456 - The Art and Culture of Somoa, Western Polynesia
- REL-R 153 - Religions of Asia
- REL-R 354 - Buddhism
History & Philosophy
Choose one course
- HIST-G 100 - Introduction to Asian History
- HIST-G 200 - Issues in Asian History
- HIST-G 300 - Issues in Asian History
- HIST-H 207 - Modern East Asian Civilization
- HIST-H 208 - American-East Asian Relations
- HIST-G 385 - Modern China
- HIST-G 387 - Contemporary China
- PHIL-P 170 - Introduction to Asian Philosophy
- PHIL-P 374 - Early Chinese Philosophy
Politics & Geography
Elective
Choose one additional course from any listed above. Summer Study Abroad in Asia is strongly encouraged.