Australian National University (ANU)
3 years full-time
Master an Asian language while gaining in-depth contextual knowledge of Asia's diverse societies and cultures. This three-year degree combines language proficiency with disciplinary expertise in humanities and social sciences, preparing graduates for careers in international relations, government, business, and development.
Applicants must meet minimum selection rank requirements (ATAR 80 or IB 30) and demonstrate English language proficiency. Domestic applicants require completion of Australian Senior Secondary Certificate of Education or equivalent. International applicants must provide equivalent qualifications. Previous higher education, vocational training, or work and life experience may be considered. Adjustment factors are available for students facing difficult circumstances.
The program comprises 144 units structured as follows: 12 units of compulsory courses (ASIA1025 Asia and the Pacific: Power, Diversity and Change; ASIA1030 Asia and the Pacific in Motion); 24 units minimum from Asian Language courses (Chinese, Hindi, Indonesian, Japanese, Korean, Sanskrit, Thai, Vietnamese); 48 units from one of eight major options including Asian and Pacific Culture/Media/Gender, Asian History, Chinese/Japanese/Korean/South Asian/Southeast Asian Studies, or language majors; 12 units minimum from Transdisciplinary Problem-Solving courses; 12-24 units from Asian Language minors or additional majors; 48 units from elective courses. Available majors include Chinese Language, Japanese Language, South Asian Studies, and geographic/disciplinary options. Minors include Advanced Chinese/Japanese Language, Pacific Studies, and Tetum Language.
ANU is Australia's national university and ranks among the world's finest institutions. The College of Asia and the Pacific offers an unmatched breadth of Asian and Pacific language offerings globally recognized for excellence. The program combines world-leading disciplinary expertise in Security Studies, Linguistics, Politics, Anthropology, and History with experiential learning and independent research opportunities. ANU's nearly 100,000 alumni include political, business, government, and academic leaders worldwide, providing exceptional networking and career advancement opportunities.
Graduates develop competitive intercultural skills valued across diverse career fields. Employment opportunities include international relations and trade, aid and development, government and policy, banking and finance, tourism, media, education, information technology, marketing, journalism, and corporate communications. With language proficiency and regional expertise, graduates are positioned to lead Australia's productive and peaceful engagement with Asia throughout the 21st century. The degree prepares students for roles requiring cultural competency, language skills, and deep regional understanding.
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