Asian Studies

The 18-credit minor in Asian studies enables you to further your knowledge of this important region of the world through the study of language, culture, history, and religion.

This interdisciplinary minor provides a foundation for students to explore issues in areas such as politics, business, and education through a more global perspective, making it an ideal compliment to either a professional or liberal arts major.

You can focus your study on either China or Japan, and participate in study abroad opportunities in either country, where you will be able to apply what you learn in real-life situations.

Elms College is the only member of the Cooperating Colleges of Greater Springfield to offer an Asian studies minor.

Minor in Asian Studies (18 credits)

Required:
IDS 231 East/West: Contemporary Collisions and Collaborations (3 credits)
HIS 350 Asian History (3 credits)

China:
IDS 223 China and the Chinese People (3 credits)
CHI 101 Novice Chinese I (3 credits)
CHI 102 Novice Chinese II (3 credits)
IDS 224 Study Abroad China (3 credits)

Japan:
HUM 200 Introduction to the Japanese People and Culture (3 credits)
JPN 101 Novice Japanese I (4 credits)
JPN 102 Novice Japanese II (2 credits)
REL 302 Spirituality of World Religions (3 credits)