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Introduction

The Dr. David Chu Program in Asia-Pacific Studies is a multi-disciplinary program designed for students pursuing careers requiring expertise in contemporary Asia-Pacific languages and societies. Its goal is to develop basic language competence in one of the three major East Asian languages - Chinese, Japanese, Korean - and a broad understanding of the dynamics of economic and political change in this rapidly growing region.

Students may consult the Director of the Program, Professor V. Falkenheim, in the Department of East Asian Studies. For general inquiries, call 946-3624. For current developments, please consult the Program's University Web site.

DAVID CHU PROGRAM IN ASIA-PACIFIC STUDIES

Enrolment in the Dr. David Chu Program in Asia-Pacific Studies is open to students who have successfully completed four full courses. A minimum CGPA of 65% is required. Those who seek advanced language standing must receive permission of the Program Director, and will be required to complete recommended substitute courses. Formal admission to the program is achieved by completing an enrolment form accompanied by a transcript of academic work completed during the first year. The form is available from the Director, or from the Department of East Asian Studies, Robarts Library, 14th Floor, Room 14087.

Major program (B.A.): (7 full courses or their equivalent, including at least two 300+series courses)
1. EAS 102Y; POL 215Y; ASI 300Y. It is strongly recommended that these courses be taken in sequential order.
2. Three sequential courses in one of the three main languages: Chinese, Japanese or Korean
3. One additional full course equivalent on appropriate Asia-Pacific topics from offerings in the following departments: ANT, EAS, GGR, HIS, PHL, POL, RLG, SOC. A partial list of eligible courses include: EAS 271Y, 352Y; ECO 335Y; GGR 342H, 343H, 347H, HIS 281Y; JMC 201Y; POL 335H, 431Y, 435H