EAS100Y1
Modern Standard Chinese I 52T, 52S
Intended for students with no or minimal background in any Chinese dialect, this course is an introduction to Modern Standard
Chinese as a foreign/second language in listening, speaking, reading, writing and translation. Minimum of 550 Chinese
characters will be covered.
EAS101Y1
Modern Chinese I for Students 26T, 52S
with Prior Background
Designed for students who can speak and understand elementary Chinese of any dialect because of family backgrounds but
have not studied pinyin, nor read and write enough to take a second-year course. Minimum of 700 single Chinese characters
will be covered.
EAS200Y1
Modern Standard Chinese II 52T, 52S
As a continuation of EAS100Y1. Those who are suitable for this course but have not studied some content in EAS100Y1,
especially pinyin, must make an effort to catch up by themselves.
Exclusion: EAS290Y1, LGGB01H3F, LGGB02H3S, or those with near-native fluency in any Chinese dialect.
Prerequisite: EAS100Y1 (maximum grade 67%), EAS101Y1 (maximum grade 63%), or permission of the instructor
EAS201Y1
Modern Chinese II for Students with Prior Background 26T, 52S
As a continuation of EAS101Y1. Those who are suitable for this course but have not studied some content of EAS101Y1,
especially pinyin, must make an effort to catch up by themselves.
Exclusion: EAS200Y1, EAS290Y1, LGGB01H3F, LGGB02H3S, or those with near native fluency in any Chinese dialect.
EAS290Y1
Chinese Language for Non-Mandarin Speakers I 78S
For students who speak a Chinese dialect other than Mandarin and have acquired
a basic knowledge of written Chinese. Gives
basic knowledge of spoken Mandarin and ability to read both literary and modern texts.
Exclusion: EAS206Y1
EAS300Y1
Modern Standard Chinese III 52S
An intermediate level language course. Original writings chosen from the literature and social history of modern China. Oral
discussion, written composition, selective translation, and techniques of reading for comprehension.
Exclusion: EAS290Y1. Not open to native speakers of Chinese
Prerequisite: EAS200Y1 and EAS201Y1(minimum 70 % or permission of instructor)
Recommended preparation: EAS206Y1
EAS302Y1
Contemporary Chinese Periodicals 52L
Further development of Chinese proficiency by studying various genres of articles in newspapers, magazines and journals on
contemporary Chinese society and culture.
Prerequisite: EAS201Y1 (minimum 60%), EAS300Y1 (minimum 63%) or permission of the instructor
EAS400Y1
Modern Standard Chinese IV 78S
Further study of texts for a wide range of topics on Chinese society and culture
Prerequisite: EAS300Y1 (minimum 73%) or permission of the instructor
Japanese
EAS120Y1
Modern Standard Japanese I 52L, 39S
An introduction to the basic elements of the Japanese language, and the development of comprehension, speaking, reading
and writing skills. Along with the hiragana and katakana systems of writing, approximately 200 kanji are introduced. Some
cultural aspects are introduced as well. Open only to students with no prior background in Japanese.
Exclusion: EAS121H1
EAS121H1
Japanese I for Students 26L, 39S
with Prior Background
Appropriate for those who have learned Japanese for more than three months but less than a year in an academic institution.
The knowledge of hiragana and katakana is required. Approximately 100 kanji are introduced.
Exclusion: EAS120Y1
EAS220Y1
Modern Standard Japanese II 52L, 39S
An advanced beginners' level language course. An introduction to complicated sentence structures and basic vocabulary for
daily life. All four language skills are emphasized and approximately 300 kanji are introduced. Some cultural aspects are
introduced as well. Open only to those whose Japanese level is equivalent to Level 4 of Japanese Proficiency Test.
Prerequisite: EAS120Y1/EAS121H1 (minimum 70%)
EAS348H1
Modern Standard Japanese III - Part 1 26L, 13S
(formerly EAS320Y1)
This course is designed for students with basic Japanese language proficiency acquired through EAS220Y1. Developing
reading skills is the main focus of the lectures. Complex sentences are analysed in terms of basic grammar, new vocabulary
and expressions are acquired, and numerous aspects of Japanese culture are introduced.
Prerequisite: EAS220Y1 (75% minimum), EAS 293 (75% minimum)
Exclusion: EAS320Y1
EAS349H1
Modern Standard Japanese III - Part 2 26L, 13S
(formerly EAS320Y1)
This course is designed for students with basic Japanese language proficiency acquired through EAS220Y1. Developing
reading skills is the main focus of the lectures. Complex sentences are analysed in terms of basic grammar, new vocabulary
and expressions are acquired, and numerous aspects of Japanese culture are introduced.
Prerequisite: EAS348H1 (75% minimum)
Exclusion: EAS320Y1
EAS460H1
Modern Standard Japanese IVa 52S
Focus on oral/aural communication. Emphasis is on acquisition of vocabulary, spoken styles and communication strategies
that are required to carry formal/informal conversation in contemporary Japanese society. Class meets once a week for a year.
Native or close-to-native speakers are not permitted to take this course.
Prerequisite: EAS349H1
EAS461H1
Modern Standard Japanese IVb 52S
Focus on advanced writing and reading skills. Emphasis is on acquisition of vocabulary/kanji and expressions especially in
authentic written Japanese text. Class meets once a week for a year. Native or close-to-native Japanese speakers are not
permitted to take this course.
Prerequisite: EAS349H1
Korean
EAS110Y1
Modern Standard Korean I 104S
An introductory Korean language course open to students with no prior knowledge of Korean. Comprehension, speaking,
reading and writing are covered but the main emphasis is given to spoken Korean.
EAS210Y1
Modern Standard Korean II 52S
Students study grammatical structure in depth through reading various forms of writing. Attention given to idiomatic
expressions with emphasis on the use of language in actual context.
Prerequisite: EAS110Y1
EAS216Y1
Modern Standard Korean for Students with Prior Background 52S
For students with limited prior background in spoken and/or written Korean. Reading,
speaking, writing and grammar are
equally emphasized. Access is limited and based on the results of a placement interview.
Exclusion: EAS210Y1, EAS110Y1
Prerequisite: Placement test
Recommended preparation: Limited prior background in spoken/or written Korean
EAS310Y1
Modern Standard Korean III 104S
Expansion of vocabulary, practice in reading comprehension and active skills of writing and conversation are emphasized.
Students participate in discussions and compose short essays. Selected readings include different styles of work on Korean
culture, history, society and literature.
Prerequisite: EAS210Y1
EAS410Y1
Modern Standard Korean IV 52S
Emphasis on communicative skills, grammatical structure, efficient reading ability and composition. Readings from original
writings on various aspects of Korean culture.
Prerequisite: EAS310Y1
EAS415Y1
Advanced Readings in Korean 52L
This course provides various readings of original texts and newspapers for students with knowledge and language ability at
least equivalent to those who have successfully completed EAS210Y1. Besides extensive reading, the course introduces 800
Chinese characters often used in mixed-scripts.
Prerequisite: EAS210Y1
Vietnamese
EAS104Y1
Elementary Vietnamese 78S
An introductory course for students, with equal emphasis on reading, writing, speaking and grammar.
Sanskrit
EAS382Y1/H1
Intermediate Sanskrit 78L
Continuation of the study of Sanskrit grammar with readings from Classical Sanskrit epic and narrative literature.
Prerequisite: EAS282Y1, EAS1500Y
Exclusion: Intermediate Sanskrit Course taken in 2004-05
EAS480Y1/H1
Advanced Sanskrit I
Reading in classical Sanskrit poetry and prose.
Prerequisite: EAS382Y1
EAS482Y1
Advanced Sanskrit II
Reading in classical Sanskrit poetry and prose.
Prerequisite: EAS382Y1 or permission of instructor
EAS Society-Culture Courses
100-Series Courses
EAS102Y1
Introduction to East Asian Civilizations 52L, 26T
Highlights of Chinese, Japanese and Korean civilization to about (600A.D.). The
focus is on political, social and intellectual
history, as well as on the interactions among the three cultures. Required for students taking specialist, major and minor
programs in East Asian Studies.
HUM199Y1
First Year Seminar 52S
Undergraduate seminar that focuses on specific ideas, questions, phenomena or controversies, taught by a regular Faculty
member deeply engaged in the discipline. Open only to newly admitted first year students. It may serve as a distribution
requirement course; see page 40.
200-Series Courses
EAS204Y1
Modern East Asian History 26L, 26T
Examines how various histories of East Asia can be written. Topics as varied as Chinese users of New World silver in the 17th
century, the shifting fortunes of Korean shamanism, and the Tokyo War Crime Trials are used to ask questions about
Eurocentrism, public memory, gender, and national history.
Exclusion: HIS107Y1; Not open to students who took EAS102Y1 in 2001-2002
EAS206Y1
Classical Chinese I 52S
An introductory reading course in Classical Chinese with emphasis on grammatical analysis and translation into English.
Exclusion: EAS290Y1
Prerequisite: Must have already taken at least 3 EAS half courses
Co-requisite: EAS200Y1/EAS201Y1
EAS207H1
Literatures of East Asia 26L
What is East Asian literature and how does it speak to us today? This course deals with vital classical and modern poems,
novels, short fiction and drama from the literary traditions of China, Japan, and Korea. Readings are in English.
EAS209Y1
Approaches to East Asia 52L
Intended for EAS specialists and majors, this course introduces various approaches and methodologies for the advanced study
of East Asian society and culture. Required for EAS specialists and majors.
EAS211Y0
Chinese Art 52L
A survey of the visual arts of China from earliest times to the end of the traditional era: the aesthetics and historical/cultural
context of painting, calligraphy, sculpture, architecture, and the other arts. Field trip is included. (Normally offered only in
Summer)
EAS217Y1
Major Aspects of Contemporary Korea 52L
A broad perspective on contemporary Korea. Emphasis is on the last 30 years of political dynamics on the peninsula which
brought about the "Korean-style democracy" and "Korean-style economy" (chaebol), plus Juche ideology in North Korea.
EAS227Y1
Introduction to East Asian Art 52L
Art and archaeology of Asia. Historical and cultural background. Lecture course illustrated with slides.
EAS233H1
History of China's Performing Arts 26L
An historical overview of Chinese theatre, a reading of selected texts, viewing of videotaped performances and class
discussions of the characteristics of this art form.
Enrolment priority: Given to students enrolled in an EAS program and Drama students. Normally offered only in Summer.
EAS235H1
Perceptions of China in Japanese Literature 26L
(formerly EAS235Y1)
Lectures and discussions on Japanese literary negotiations with China, the Chinese and Chineseness, ranging from
celebration of the same cultural practice, to nativist resistance to China the hegemonic, to aestheticization of China the
exotic/erotic. Required readings are available in English translation, which include: Tale of Genji, Tale of Middle-Councillor
Hamamatsu (medieval romance); Haku Rakuten (No play); Battles of Coxinga (Kabuki play); Three-Cornered World (by
Soseki); Wild Goose (by Ogai)
Exclusion: EAS235Y1
EAS237Y1
Japanese Cinema: Film Form and the Problems of
Japanese Modernity 52S
How film aesthetics relate to the most profound socio-historical problems of
Japanese modernity. How various film makers
employ cinematic form to engage the social problems of their moment.
EAS238H1
Japanese Poetry & Fiction: Earliest Times to the 14th Century 26L
The art of narrative and poetry from Japan's creation myths through medieval monk-poets. An introduction to Japan's classical
literature. (Readings in English)
EAS246H1
Pre-Modern Japanese Cultural History 26L, 13T
A survey of the history of pre-modern Japan from earliest recorded histories
to the disintegration of the feudal system in the
19th century. Uses a wide range of translated primary Japanese texts to illuminate the emergence of cultural forms and their
conjunctions with social, economic, religious and political trends
Recommended preparation: EAS102Y1
EAS247H1
Japanese Culture & Modernity 26L, 13T
An exploration of the problem of modernity and culture in Japan from 1868 to the Cold War, specifically addressing the diverse
representations of culture and their relationship to the expansion of a capitalist commodity economy in Japan, using literary,
philosophical, artistic and economic texts in translation.
Recommended preparation: EAS204Y1, EAS246H1
EAS250H1
Korean Literature 26L
An introductory survey of major works and representative writers in Korean literature.
EAS261H1
Introduction to Pre-Modern Korean Literature 26L
This course introduces pre-modern Korean literary texts such as myth, folklore,
poetry, prose, musical literature.
EAS269Y1
Tibetan Buddhism in the West 52L, 26P
Tibetan Buddhism has made its way to West through a series of global political
events triggered over a half century ago in the
northeastern Tibetan province of Kham. This course provides a descriptive account of the various aspects of the transmission
of Tibetan Buddhism in the West. Specifically, it will explore the common misconceptions about Tibetan Buddhist practice,
Western students' receptivity and resistance to the spiritual training, the contributions by Western academic studies, the social
engagement of Tibetan Buddhism in the modern world, as well as the transformations of the tradition to accommodate Western
students.
EAS271H1
20th Century Korean History 26L
(formerly EAS271Y1)
A survey of the history of Korea from the Tonghak uprising and Sino-Japanese war of 1894-1895, through the colonial period,
division, and civil war, to the democratization movement.
Exclusion: EAS271Y1
EAS272H1
Post-War Korean Society & Culture 26L
This is a theme-oriented course with anthropological approaches to South Korean
society and culture. The course deals with
various subjects and phenomena appeared I post-war period in South Korea, which include post-Korean war crisis, gender and
family dynamics, military dictatorship and economic development.
Exclusion: EAS351H1
Prerequisite: EAS271H1
EAS293H1
Fundamentals of Japanese Grammar 26L
This course is designed for those who wish to develop a thorough knowledge of
Japanese Grammar in order to advance all
aspects of language skills to a higher level. All grammatical items introduced in elementary levels are examined from both
linguistic and cultural perspectives in depth well beyond regular language courses.
Exclusion: Not open to native speakers of Japanese; EAS490H1
Prerequisite: EAS120Y1
Recommended Preparation: LIN204H1
EAS295Y0
Selected Topics in East Asian Studies TBA
This course allows students to pursue the specialized study of specific topics
tailored to the research and study opportunities
available in Hong Kong and the expertise and interests of the instructor. Available only in the Woodsworth College Hong Kong
Summer Program.
EAS299Y1
Research Opportunity Program
Credit course for supervised participation in faculty research project. See page 43 for details.
300-Series Courses
JMC301Y1
State & Society in 20th Century China 52L
This course explores China's efforts to construct a modern and effective political order in the face of powerful demographic and
revolutionary challenges. The clash between competing ideologies, political and social movements and institutional alternatives
in the context of rapid social and economic change are analyzed.
Prerequisite: EAS102Y1/HIS280Y1/HIS328Y1/JMC201Y1/POL215Y1
This course is classified as both a Humanities and Social Science course
EAS304Y0
A Millennium of Cultural Exchange Between China & Japan 52L
An exploration of the dynamics of China-Japan cultural exchange. This discussion-oriented
and illustrated course gives an
overview of the Chinese texts and styles of art that were particularly emulated in Japan and the ways they were creatively
naturalized into Japanese culture. The course also briefly examines the influence of Japanese culture on contemporary Hong
Kong and Shenzhen/Guangzhou. Field trip is included. (Normally offered only in Summer)
EAS305Y1
Art and Literary Theory of Pre-Modern China in Translation 52L
A survey course of works of Chinese painting and calligraphy theory and literary
criticism from the pre-Qin period to the Qing
dynasty. Readings are available in translation. (Offered in alternate years)
EAS306Y1
Classical Chinese II 52S
(formerly EAS335Y1)
The course helps students gain more in-depth control of grammatical structures, read classical materials with greater ease and
discuss academic and scholarly topics more articulately.
Prerequisite: EAS206Y1 (minimum 70%)
EAS307H1
Chinese Political Philosophy 26S
The course analyses both historically and systematically the development of Chinese political philosophy from ancient times to
the present day.
Prerequisite: PHL237H1
EAS309H1
Modern Chinese Prose 26S
A survey of representative works of prose written by twentieth-century Chinese writers. This course focuses on reading texts,
as well as analysing their textual structure, aesthetic values, and historical context. Readings are available in translation and in
the original.
EAS323Y1
Japanese Fiction in Translation 52S
A general survey course. Reading and discussion topics from both classical and modern Japanese fiction in translation. First
Term: Genji, Heike, Court Ladies' Diaries, Mediaeval Buddhist literature, etc. Second Term: Outstanding 20th century writers.
(Offered in alternate years)
Prerequisite: At least one course in literature (Japanese, Chinese or English)
EAS327H1
Japanese Fiction and the Nation 26S
The focus is on modern Japanese literature, with special attention given to literature's relation to the nation. Students track how
this literature transforms throughout Japanese modernity and how its meaning and effects function to simultaneously tie
together and pull apart national identity.
Prerequisite: At least one course in literature or East Asian Studies
EAS330H1
Narrative Strategies in Modern Japanese Fiction 26S
Discussion of narratives by Natsume Soseki, Mori Ogai, Tanizaki Jun'ichiro, and Ibuse Masuji, with attention to issues in
narratology and contemporary narrative studies such as: the voice and perspective; the gender and power relationships of the
narrator-narratee-narrated; the act of narrating, writing, listening and reading; and metafictional paradox. Reading are assigned
from secondary and theoretical materials. All readings are available in English.
EAS331Y1
Buddhist Arts of Inner & East Asia 52L
Buddhism as seen through the arts, in ancient and medieval cultures of Inner and East Asia. Following an introductory
consideration of South Asian Buddhism and Buddhist art, the focus shifts to Afghanistan, Central Asia, Tibet, China, Korea and
Japan; with lectures on selected types and periods in architecture, sculpture, painting and other arts. Illustrated with slides and
other material.
EAS334Y1
The Chinese Novel 52L
The development of Chinese fiction from earliest times with emphasis on the twentieth century. Readings in English translation;
lectures in English.
EAS336H1
Chinese Literature (pre-Qin to Tang) 26L
(formerly EAS336Y1)
A survey course of major works in premodern Chinese literature, including poetry, essays, and short narratives from the pre-
Qin through Tang eras (11thC BCE - 10thC CE). Readings are available in translation and in the original. All lectures and
coursework are in English.
Enrolment priority: Students enrolled in an EAS subject POSt
Exclusion: EAS336Y1
EAS337H1
Chinese Literature (Song to Qing) 26L
(formerly EAS336Y1)
A survey course of major works in premodern Chinese literature, including poetry, essays, short narratives and drama from the
Song through Qing dynasties (10thC - 19thC). Readings are available in translation and in the original. All lectures and
coursework are in English.
Enrolment priority: Students enrolled in an EAS subject POSt
Exclusion: EAS336Y1
Recommended preparation: Literature courses
EAS338Y1
Japanese Poetry (in translation) 52L
Japanese poetry with reference to its religious and social functions, its relationship to folk, dramatic, and narrative literature of
Japan, and the impact of Chinese and Western poetry.
EAS339H1
Tales of Genji: 1000 A.D. (in translation) 26L
(formerly EAS239H1)
The structure of literary expression in Japan's enduring narrative masterpiece. The aesthetic concerns of the men and women
of the Heian court (9th - 12th century) and their emotional lives.
Exclusion: EAS239H1
EAS340H1
The Chinese: Society & Culture in Transition 26S
The course explores issues of identity, self, and community among other topics
in a broad exploration of cultural transformation
in China.
Recommended preparation: EAS102Y1
EAS341H1
Topics in Vietnamese Society and Culture 26S
Addresses selected themes and issues in Vietnam's social and cultural transformation in post-renovation era. Topics vary
according to class and instructor preferences and interests.
Recommended preparation: EAS340H1
EAS344H1
Topics in Chinese Society & Culture 26S
This course addresses selected themes and issues in China's complex process of modernization and reform, the format and
requirements to vary according to theme, and class and instructor preferences and interests.
Recommended preparation: One course on modern China or East Asia or equivalent
EAS345H1
The Rise of Greater China: Issues & Topics 26S
This course looks at China in regional perspective, including issues of Taiwan,
Hong Kong and People's Republic of China
economic integration. The role of overseas Chinese communities globally and in Southeast Asia also receives attention. The
form and focus of the course varies according to class and instructor interests. Normally, offered only in the Hong Kong
Summer Program.
Recommended preparation: One course on modern China or East Asia or equivalent
EAS346H1
Self and Imagination in Pre-Modern China 52L
In this seminar we will explore the diverse and intriguing ways in which subjectivity
was conceived in pre-modern China (up to
the twelfth century) by way of the various images thinkers invoked to make sense of it. Works studied include: Warring States
philosophical treatises; Buddhist and religious Daoist texts on meditation and self-cultivation; literary theory and poetry;
philosophical prose essays by literati; and painting.
EAS347H1
 Everyday Life in Modern
Japan 26L
The history of modern Japan around the problem of "everyday life" and its
relationship to capitalism. Using a range of literary, philosophical, economic
and ethnographic materials that deal with the development of capitalism in
Japan, as well as Japanese colonialism, imperialism and fascism, explores ways
to specify and critique what is called "everyday life".
Recommended preparation: EAS247H1/281H1/Y1
EAS362Y1
Classical Japanese 52S
Introduction to classical Japanese, followed by readings of various short works by classical authors.
Prerequisite: EAS220Y1
EAS368Y1
The Philosophy of the Buddha 52S
(formerly EAS260Y1)
The philosophy of the Buddha as preserved in the Pali Canon and its development in the Early Schools in India.
Exclusion: EAS260Y1
Recommended preparation: RLG206Y1
EAS369Y1
Transformation of Buddhist Practice in the Contemporary World 52L
The course explores various forms of traditional Buddhist practice in relation
to Buddhist philosophy, and observes the
transformation of these practices in the contemporary world. Principal studies include Theravada tradition, Tibetan Buddhism,
Chinese Pure Land and Chan traditions. To provide a foundational understanding of Buddhist philosophy and its relation to
meditative practice. This course will also examine the influence of Buddhism on films and material culture.
Recommended preparation: RLG206Y1
EAS372H1
Early Korean History 26L
This course is a survey of issues in early Korean history with particular attention to theuses of and approaches to ancient
history in contemporary Korea.
Prerequisite: EAS271H1/EAS272H1
EAS373H1
Choson History 26L
This course examines various approaches - economic, social, gender, political, international, and cultural - to the history of
Choson Korea.
Prerequisite: EAS271H1/72H
EAS389Y1
History of Korean Religion 52L, 26P
This course offers a broad overview of Korean religious tradition.
EAS395Y0
The Development of Greater China
To achieve an in-depth understanding of China, this course discusses China's national and international issues in the "living
textbook." It emphasizes current events and hot topics in the media. The focus may vary depending on current events and the
instructor's interests. Normally offered only in the Woodsworth College Hong Kong Summer Programme.
EAS398H0/399Y0
Independent Experiential Study Project
An instructor-supervised group project in an off-campus setting. See page 43 for details.
400-Series Courses
EAS402Y1
Empire and Nation in East Asia 52S
Examines writings on the Japanese Empire, concentrating on the colonization of Korea with some attention to Taiwan and
Manchuria. The approach is comparative, with students expected to read studies of other colonial situations.
Recommended preparation: EAS204Y1
EAS405Y1
Art and Literary Theory of Pre-Modern China 52S
Essential works of Chinese painting and calligraphy theory and literary criticism
from the pre-Qin period to the Qing dynasty.
Based on close reading and translation of original texts. Recommended only for those pursuing advanced studies in this field.
(Offered in alternate years.)
Prerequisite: EAS300Y1, EAS306Y1
EAS407H1
Textual analysis of Classical Chinese Philosophy 26S
Readings of texts from ancient and medieval Chinese philosophy. Beginning by
linguistic (especially semantic) analysis of key
words, structure and meaning of sentences, paragraphs and text as a whole. Philosophical analysis proceeds from linguistic
analysis.
Prerequisite: PHL237H1, EAS306Y1
EAS408H1
Modern Taiwanese Literature 26S
A general survey of modern Taiwanese literature from 1949 until today. It attempts to examine issues such as historical/cultural
context, oral/written language, self-identification, gender, human rights, etc., central to understanding the Taiwanese
experience. Readings are available in translation and in the original.
EAS411H1
Art and Archaelogy of Early China I 52L, 26P
Introducing to recent archaeological discoveries in China, this course explores
material cultures and artworks of early China
covering periods of prehistory, the Bronze Age, and Qin and Han Dynasty. This course (Part 1) focuses on cultural history and
general archaeological study in a chronological order at a beginning level.
EAS412H1
Art and Archaelogy of Early China II 52L, 26P
Introducing to recent archaeological discoveries in China, this course explores
material cultures and artworks of early China
covering periods of prehistory, the Bronze Age, and Qin and Han Dynasty. This course (Part II) focuses on special topics of art
and archaeology designed for students with interests in Chinese archaeology.
EAS431H1
Advanced Topics in Japanese Cinema 26S
The focus ranges from the examination of cross-cultural theoretical problems
(such as Orientalism) to a director based focus,
from the examination of genre (such as documentary or the category of genre itself) to the way film intersects with other
cultural forms and technologies (such as Video and New Media)
Prerequisite: EAS237Y1
EAS442H1
Chinese Poetry I 26S
(formerly EAS442Y1)
Essential works of Chinese poetry from the pre-Qin period to the Six Dynasties. Based on close reading and translation of
original texts. Recommended only for those pursuing advanced studies in this field. (Offered in alternate years)
Prerequisite: EAS306Y1
EAS444H1
The City, Body and Text in Modern Japanese Literature 26S
Examines how the city and body exert formative forces on the text, and how the
practice of writing and reading texts might
inform the ways we, corporeal beings, experience the city as manifested in the nineteenth century Japanese literature.
Required readings are available in English.
Prerequisite: Successful completion of EAS235, EAS237, EAS327, EAS330, EAS431, EAS456 or one of the humanities
program at U of T (e.g., English, art history, philosophy, etc.)
EAS445H1
Chinese Poetry II 26S
(formerly EAS445Y1)
Essential works of Chinese poetry from the Tang Dynasty. Based on close reading and translation of original texts.
Recommended only for those pursuing advanced studies in this field. (Offered in alternate years)
Prerequisite: EAS306Y1
EAS446H1
Pre-Modern Chinese Vernacular Literature I: Fiction 26S
Essential works of Chinese fiction from the Song, Yuan, Ming, and Qing eras. Based on close reading and translation of
original texts. Recommended only for those pursuing advanced studies in this field. (Offered in alternate years.)
Prerequisite: EAS300Y1, EAS306Y1
EAS447H1
Pre-Modern Chinese Vernacular Literature II: Drama 26S
Essential works of Chinese dramas from the Song, Yuan, Ming, and Qing eras. Based on close reading and translation of
original texts. Recommended only for those pursuing advanced studies in this field. (Offered in alternate years.)
Prerequisite: EAS300Y1, EAS306Y1
EAS452H1
The Construction of Gender in Traditional China 52L, 26P
This course examines the philosophical, societal and cultural influences which
defined woman/female/femininity and
man/male/masculinity in China before the seventeenth century. Some attention is devoted to sexual diversity.
Recommended Preparation: EAS102Y1Y
EAS453H1
Gender, Sexuality & Modernity in China, Korea and Japan 52L,
26P
This course focuses on the changing sexual mores and the challenges to the traditional
gender systems of East Asia brought
by the processes of modernization and globalization/westernization.
EAS456H1
Japan as seen by ?: Reference, Apparatus, Operation 26S
Discusses how images of Japan, charged with varied degrees of desire for empirical
knowledge, have contributed to
contemporary novels and plays by David Mitchell, Ruth L. Ozeki, David Mamet, Joy Kogawa, Kazuo Ishiguro, Marguerite
Duras, and David Hwang. All the readings, including Japanese literary and theoretical, are available in English.
EAS457H1
Approaches to Modern Japanese History 26S
This advanced seminar analyzes contemporary and past approaches to the writing
of modern Japanese history, including
detailed discussion of dominant tropes, metaphors and periodization schemes in historiography, especially as it is practiced in
North America. Readings include contemporary theories of historical writing and "the event" by Jacques Rancierre, Foucault,
Blanchot and others.
Prerequisite: A course in Japanese history
Recommended preparation: EAS247H1, EAS 281H1/Y1/EAS347H1
EAS462H1
Ethnographic Literature on Korea: Class, Gender & Family 26L
This course addresses writing ethnography as a cultural critique through the
anthropological literature dealing with Korean
women, marriage, gender and class.
EAS468Y1
Mahayana Buddhist Philosophy 52S
(formerly EAS360Y1)
Close study of selected Indian and Chinese Mahayana texts in translation, with emphasis on Madhyamaka and Hua-yen.
Recommended preparation: RLG206Y1
EAS469Y1
Chinese Sectarian Buddhism 52L
This course examines one or more schools of Chinese Buddhism depending upon the expertise of the instructor.
EAS473H1
Modern Korean History Seminar 26S
An examination of recent research results in the modern Korean history field, focusing especially on the late 19th and 20th
centuries
Prerequisite: EAS271Y1
EAS476Y1
Democracy and History in Korea 52S
This course examines approaches to the history of the south Korean democracy movement and the role of history within the
democracy movement itself.
Recommended preparation: EAS271H1
EAS477Y1
Missionaries in Korea 52L
This course examines the works of missionaries in Korea and the socio-political situation of the Choson Dynasty.
EAS488Y1/EAS488H1
Hinduism and Politics 52L/26L
The political expression of Hinduism begins with religious reform movements in the 19th century, and develops into a Hindu
nationalism. Although independent India is a secular state, Hindu "fundamentalism" remains a powerful political force. This
course analyzes modern Hindu political ideology.
EAS490H1
Introduction to Japanese Linguistics: Syntax and Semantics 78L
This course introduces Japanese grammatical items in a scientifically and theoretically
oriented manner. The goals of the
course are: to gain knowledge of the basic characteristics of sentence structure and meaning in Japanese; to become familiar
with selected theoretical analyses; and to develop a repertoire of linguistic vocabulary.
Prerequisite: EAS349H1
Recommended Preparation: LIN100Y1, LIN204H1
EAS493H1
Theory and Practice of Japanese Language Instruction 39S
This course provides an overview of theories and issues in second language teaching
for those who are or will be involved in
Japanese language teaching. The class discussion includes the theory and history of teaching methods and their theoretical
implications. Students will also practice actual teaching in real classroom settings.
Prerequisite: EAS460H1/EAS461H1
EAS495Y1
Topics in East Asian Studies 52S
An in-depth study of Chinese, Japanese or Korean culture, history and/or literature. Content in any given year depends on the
instructor.
Recommended preparation: Varies from year to year
EAS496H1
Topics in East Asian Studies 26S
An in-depth study of Chinese, Japanese or Korean culture, history and/or literature. Content in any given year depends on the
instructor.
Recommended preparation: Varies from year to year
Independent Studies
EAS434H1/Y1
Independent Studies TBA
EAS435H1/Y1
Independent Studies TBA
EAS436H1/Y1
Independent Studies TBA
EAS437H1/Y1
Independent Studies TBA
A scholarly project chosen by the student, approved by the Department, and supervised by one of its instructors. Consult with
the East Asian Studies Undergraduate Handbook for more information.
Prerequisite: Five EAS courses
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