Major and minor
Understanding East Asia is critically important. Not only does the region shape today’s global culture and economy; the US long has strong economic, political, and cultural influence in the region. The East Asian Studies major enables students to gain deep understanding of a region linked for centuries by language, tradition, and trade as well as through the exchange of philosophical ideas, religion, literature, and art. The major helps students understand recent transformations in the region. The major provides students with an interdisciplinary training that combines language courses with courses exploring intriguing aspects of culture, society, and history. Students learn about Japan, China, Korea, Taiwan, and Hong Kong and their interactions with neighbors and the world.
Real World Outcomes
UC Davis graduates in our major are well prepared for careers that involve working with East Asian affairs as well as for graduate studies involving culture, history, and society in East Asia. Common career choices include journalism, international business, government service, teaching and social services.
Requirements
The East Asian Studies program offers a core of basic courses in East Asian humanities (including languages, comparative literature and art history) and social sciences (including history, anthropology and sociology). Students then choose from a wide range of more advanced and specialized courses to tailor an individualized program of study.
