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Overview

This specialisation is for students commencing from 2023.The Asian Studies minor specialisation will give you a foundational understanding of the Asian region and its diverse cultures and rich histories, and Australia's place within it. Its interdisciplinary nature will provide you with the tools to develop an Asian perspective in the … For more content click the Read More button below.

Learning Outcomes

1.
Articulate disciplinary and cross-disciplinary theories and practices relevant to the study of Asia.
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2.
Articulate a general body of knowledge about foundational aspects of Asian societies, cultures, histories, and/or the arts from local, national and international perspectives.
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Undertake engaged scholarly enquiry and analysis in order to justify a position in relation to foundational aspects of Asian societies, cultures, histories, and/or the arts.
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Collaborate effectively with others and engage sensitively with diverse cultural perspectives on Asia.
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  • Leaders
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Communicate and debate complex ideas on Asia in a range of different contexts using a variety of suitable media.
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  • Leaders
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Exhibit initiative and self-direction in the study of Asia to continuously acquire knowledge and skills.
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Act ethically, respectfully and responsibly.
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  • Global citizens

Graduate Capabilities

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Available in Program(s)
Single degree program(s) in which this specialisation is available:

Bachelor of Social Sciences - BSocSci3325 - Social Sciences
Bachelor of Media - BMedia3341 - Media
Bachelor of Arts - BA3409 - Arts
Bachelor of Economics - BEc3543 - Economics
Bachelor of Commerce (International) - BCom(Int)3558 - Commerce (International)
Bachelor of Design - BDes4825 - Design
Bachelor of Fine Arts - BFA4830 - Fine Arts

Specialisation Structure

You must complete 36 UOC.

Level 1 Core Courses12 Units of Credit:
Level 2 Prescribed Electives12 Units of Credit:
Level 3 Prescribed Electives12 Units of Credit:

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