Asian Studies
Program | Courses
B.A. Degree with a Major in Asian Studies
A major in Asian Studies is achieved by completion of the following courses, in addition to the General Education and electives required for a degree:
Required Core Courses—AST 122 (also HIS) or AST 123 (also HIS) and AST 231 (also REL) or
AST 232 (also REL).
Required Distribution Courses—An additional five (5) courses, with at least two at the 200 level or higher, chosen from: AST 101 (also JPN), 102 (also JPN), 103 (also JPN), 104 (also JPN), 122 (also HIS), 123 (also HIS), 222 (also HIS), 229 (also HIS), 231 (also REL), 232 (also REL), 248 (also ART), 250 (also ART), 260 (also REL), 308 (also REL), 322 (also HIS), 323 (also HIS), as well as the following when offered with Asian content—CFS 366 (also WST), PED 248, PSC 250, and THR 312. At least two terms of language are recommended strongly. With the approval of the Coordinator of Asian Studies, other courses (transfer, Short Term, education abroad, etc.) may be used to meet these requirements. NOTE: If AST/HIS 122 or 123 OR AST/REL 231 or 232 are taken as Core Courses, they cannot also count as Distribution Courses.
Required Capstone Course—AST 401
Exploring the Major—Students considering Asian Studies as a major should begin exploring the discipline through introductory AST courses, choosing one or more that appeals to them. Most 100-level or 200-level AST courses can serve this purpose.
Admission to the Major—No special curricular requirements must be met for admission to the Asian Studies major.
Course Sequencing Considerations (in order to complete degree requirements within eight terms)—Students should enroll in AST 122, 123, 231, or 232 as soon as possible. Students wishing to focus on Japan also should enroll in JPN 101 at the earliest possible term. All potential majors should plan on spending at least one term, if not a full year, studying in Asia either through our exchange programs or Berea Term Abroad. All majors are required to take AST 401 in the Spring Term prior to their planned graduation.
Proficiency Requirements for Retention in and Completion of the Major—In addition to completing specified course requirements, each student must satisfy departmental standards for effectiveness in written and oral communication.
Curriculum Guide
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