The Bachelor of Arts in Asian Studies seeks to promote an expanded awareness and understanding of the nations and cultures of Asia, to support and encourage research on Asia, and to make available resources to enable better understanding and more effective interaction between organizations and individuals in the Hampton Roads area and those in Asia. The Institute of Asian Studies initiates and coordinates the development and operation of special programs, and administers a major in Asian Studies. It also explores and maintains cooperative relationships with higher education institutions and other organizations within the United States and throughout Asia in order to enhance Asian Studies programs in this university and region.
Program Highlights
Students can spend a year, semester, or summer studying abroad in a variety of Asian countries, including: China, Japan, Korea, Philippines.
Administer collections, such as artwork, collectibles, historic items, or scientific specimens of museums or other institutions. May conduct instructional, research, or public service activities of institution.
Area, Ethnic, and Cultural Studies Teachers, Postsecondary
$83,330
Median Salary
Teach courses pertaining to the culture and development of an area, an ethnic group, or any other group, such as Latin American studies, women's studies, or urban affairs. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
Interpreters and Translators
$51,790
Median Salary
Interpret oral or sign language, or translate written text from one language into another.
Museum Technicians and Conservators
$44,970
Median Salary
Restore, maintain, or prepare objects in museum collections for storage, research, or exhibit. May work with specimens such as fossils, skeletal parts, or botanicals; or artifacts, textiles, or art. May identify and record objects or install and arrange them in exhibits. Includes book or document conservators.
Requirements
What are the requirements to apply for Asian Studies at ODU?
Students entering the Bachelor of Arts program in Asian Studies should meet the minimum university admission requirements Undergraduate Admission.
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A geographical analysis of the interrelationships among physical, cultural, economic, and political factors in Asia…
GEOG 453
Asia
A geographical analysis of the interrelationships among physical, cultural, economic, and political factors in Asia excluding the Middle East and the former USSR. Prerequisites: Junior standing and GEOG 100S or GEOG 101S, or permission of the instructor.
This course examines political cultures/traditions, governmental institutions, decision-making processes, public…
POLS 338W
Politics of East Asia
This course examines political cultures/traditions, governmental institutions, decision-making processes, public policies, political organizations, and significant socio-political issues of such East Asian countries as China, Japan and Korea. In addition, it explores the collective impact of these countries on world politics and global economy. This is a writing intensive course. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ENGL 110C and ENGL 211C or ENGL 221C or ENGL 231C, six hours in human behavior, and junior standing or permission of the instructor.
A study of contemporary issues (political, economic, and strategic) in the East Asia area; the interactions of China,…
POLS 437
International Relations in East Asia
A study of contemporary issues (political, economic, and strategic) in the East Asia area; the interactions of China, Japan, the United States, and the former Soviet republics in East Asia. Prerequisites: POLS 100S.
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Active Duty Military Rate
Cost Per-Credit$250
Virginia Resident
Cost Per-Credit$408
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