East Asian Languages and Civilizations: East Asian Area Studies, BA
East Asian Studies focuses on East Asia as a region of the world and human experience, and provides an integrated curriculum drawing on the approaches of the social sciences and the humanities. The program requires relevant courses in areas including history, international relations, political science, sociology, legal studies, and East Asian arts and cultures, while maintaining high standards in language study.
The minimum total course units for graduation in this major is 32. Double majors may entail more course units.
For more information: https://ealc.sas.upenn.edu/undergraduate/major
For information about the General Education requirements, please visit the College of Arts & Sciences Curriculum page.
| Code | Title | Course Units |
|---|---|---|
| College General Education Requirements and Free Electives | ||
| Foundational Approaches + Sectors1 + Free Electives | 20 | |
| Major Requirements | ||
| Gateway Courses | ||
| EALC 0020 | Introduction to East Asia: China (China) | 1 |
| EALC 0040 | Introduction to East Asia: Japan (Japan) | 1 |
| EALC 0060 | Introduction to East Asia: Korea | 1 |
| History, Social Science, and Humanities | ||
| Select 1 CU with Attribute AEAH | 1 | |
| Select 1 CU with Attribute AEAS | 1 | |
| Select 1 CU with Attribute AEAU | 1 | |
| Language Requirement 2 | ||
| Select a minimum of 4 course units in one language: Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Mongolian, or Vietnamese | 4 | |
ALAN 0100 and above | ||
VIET 0100 and above | ||
| Regional Coverage 3 | ||
| Select 1 course unit on China | ||
| Select 1 course unit on Japan | ||
| Select 1 course unit on Korea | ||
| Seminar Requirement | ||
| Select 2 course units of Seminar with Attribute AEAA | 2 | |
| Total Course Units | 32 | |
- 1
You may count no more than one course toward both a Major and a Sector requirement. For Exceptions, check the Policy Statement.
- 2
Language placement will determine which course students should begin with. Students whose level is so high that it is impossible to find enough offerings to satisfy this requirement will be allowed to work with the major advisors to chose 4 CU of alternative content courses.
- 3
One of the above may be a general East Asia course.
Honors
Required: A minimum overall GPA of 3.0 and 3.5 in major related courses.
The degree and major requirements displayed are intended as a guide for students entering in the Fall of 2024 and later. Students should consult with their academic program regarding final certifications and requirements for graduation.