Program Overview
We offer a major, minor, and Philippine concentration, as well as a combined BA/BS with a Master’s in Asia Pacific Studies (MAPS).
Major
The major's interdisciplinary emphasis provides a broad overview of Asia as well as an in-depth investigation into themes and topics that extend across a range of Asian societies. Aided by language study, the major comprises an in-depth, integrated, and interdisciplinary program. Students may select from courses in Asian languages and cultures, comparative literature, economics, environmental studies, history, linguistics, philosophy, political science, religious studies, sociology, women's studies, and courses offered in the School of Management.
Concentration in Philippine Studies
The major in Asian Studies with a concentration in Philippine Studies requires 40 credits of coursework, including 12 credits of foundational courses and 28 credits of Philippine Studies electives.