Academic
Programs
Undergraduate Programs
The Asian Studies major affords students the opportunity to study Asia from an
interdisciplinary perspective, drawing on courses and faculty from various departments
of the College of Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences. Students are encouraged
to consider supplementing their work by participating in the Education Abroad
Program offered through the University of California in various Asian locales,
or by participating in the undergraduate intercampus exchange program which allows
any UC student to apply for study for one term at other UC campuses. Both options
provide rich opportunities to participate in additional course work on Asia that
may be counted toward the major.
The Education Abroad Program (EAP) is an excellent opportunity to learn more
about another country and its culture while taking courses, which earn credit
toward graduation. In addition to yearlong programs, a wide range of shorter
options are also available. While on EAP, students are still eligible for financial
assistance. Students are advised to plan to study abroad well in advance so as
to ensure that the courses taken fit with their overall program back at UCR.
For further detail see the University of California's EAP website at www.uoeap.ucsb.edu or
contact UCR's International Services Center at (909) 787-4113.
 The
major in Asian Studies provides two options. The East Asian Studies option centers
on China, Japan, and Korea and the languages, histories, literatures, cultures,
art, and religions of that particular region. The Comparative Asian Studies option
is designed to allow students to take a broader perspective on Asian Studies
by developing a comparative as well as an interdisciplinary approach to the study
of different geographical and cultural areas within Asia. Students in these majors
should consult with their advisors for program planning.
Asian Studies majors are well prepared either to enter graduate school or to
pursue a career in one of the many walks of life that requires background in
Asian materials, including business, governmental service, and careers in international
affairs.
Lower-division major requirements for Asian Studies
(2001-2002 Term only)
Students are strongly encouraged to complete courses comparable to the lower-division
major coursework as described below before entering the University:
For the East Asian option:
- Intermediate level proficiency in Chinese, Japanese, or Korean
- Topics in Asian History: Premodern China and Japan - UCR History/Asian Studies
45E
Complete one course from the following:
- Arts of Asian American Studies in Comparative Perspective - UCR
Ethnic Studies 5
- Introduction to Writing and Painting in China - UCR Asian Studies/Art History
18
- Themes and Personalities in History - UCR History 30
- The Arts: Approach, Comparison, and Culture - UCR World Literature 29
- Introduction to Asian Religions - UCR Religious Studies 5
- Topics in Asian History: Contemporary China - UCR History/Asian Studies 45F
- Topics in Asian History: India in the Western Imagination - UCR History/Asian
Studies 45G
- Introduction to Japanese Civilization - UCR Chinese/Asian Studies 30
For the Comparative Asian Studies option:
- The same requirements as above, except complete two courses from the list above.
Substantial changes have been made to the AST curriculum for the 2002-2003
academic year. Many new classes will be listed and the senior thesis has been
made optional.
For assistance with registration PINs, degree check, and other administrative
matters, see Susan Braddock in the Liberal Studies and Interdisciplinary Studies
Office; for assistance and advice on curricular matters, see the Chair (presently
Vivian-Lee Nyitray, 2624 HMNSS, x2234).
Undergraduate research and special studies
Independent research under faculty supervision is an important part of the Asian
Studies program. It has led to several outstanding theses. The program encourages
independent research and thesis writing. Internships are available.
Asian Studies majors have ready access to resources in other departments, including
an excellent Javanese gamelan orchestra in the Music Department, a full collection
of videotapes of Asian music and dance in the Dance Department, and a rapidly
growing Asian language collection and extensive holdings on Asian Pacific Americans
in the Library.
The University Honors Program offers lower-division courses taught by distinguished
faculty and introduces undergraduates to the challenges and rewards of scholarship
and research from the beginning of their undergraduate careers. In the upper
division, the program invites outstanding students to design and produce honors
theses and projects under individual faculty supervision. Through the departmental
Honors Program, Highly Qualified students are invited to conduct a research thesis
of their own initiative and design in collaboration with a faculty member. Participation
in the Honors Program is the capstone of an excellent education.
Through the Education Abroad Program, UCR students can add and international
perspective to their education by studying and living in another country while
earning UC credit. Asian Studies majors may be especially interested in programs
in Korea, China, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Viet Nam, The Philippines, and Japan.
Academic Advising
The Department Student Affairs staff provides undergraduate advising.
Ami Flori
Academic Advisor
HMNSS 2416
University of California, Riverside
ami.flori@ucr.edu
(951) 827-2742
Academic Advising Hours
- Walk-in Advising:
Monday - Friday: 9:00am – 11:30am & 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Preparing for transfer
Students planning to transfer to UCR as an Asian Studies major should:
1. Meet the UC admission requirements for transfers,
2. Complete the coursework required to meet the lower division major requirements.
3. Complete the breadth requirements for UCR's College of Humanities, Arts, and
Social Sciences, preferably by following the Intersegmental General Education
Transfer Curriculum, IGETC.
Related Literature and References
UCR currently has articulation agreements with most of the California community
colleges. These agreements list the specific community college courses that have
been designated as comparable UCR courses. The articulation agreements are available
at the statewide articulation Web site, http://www.assist.org or
at California community colleges.
Detailed information about UCR's admission requirements is presented in the UC
publications, Application for Undergraduate Admission & Scholarships, Introducing
the University and Answers for Transfers and in the UC Riverside General Catalog.
The UC publications are available at http://www.ucop.edu/pathways and
at California high schools and community colleges. The UC Riverside General Catalog
is online at http://www.ucr.edu or
for purchase through the UCR Bookstore, (951) 827-4211.
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