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CONTEMPORARY EAST ASIA: PEACE, PROSPERITY, AND COMMUNITY
Country
Korea, South
Host Institution
Yonsei University
Program(s)
Yonsei University Summer
UCEAP Course Level
Upper Division
UCEAP Subject Area(s)
Asian Studies
UCEAP Course Number
140
UCEAP Course Suffix
S
UCEAP Official Title
CONTEMPORARY EAST ASIA: PEACE, PROSPERITY, AND COMMUNITY
UCEAP Transcript Title
MODERN EAST ASIA
UCEAP Quarter Units
4.50
UCEAP Semester Units
3.00
Course Description
This course covers the historical evolution of regional order, evolving East Asia geopolitical landscape, China's rise, American pivot to Asia, and U.S.-China hegemonic rivalry, Japan's quest of a normal state, and the Korean equation. The course also covers the North Korean nuclear problem, Korean unification and strategic choice. The course examines the interplay of economics and community-building in East Asia. It traces historical evolution of economic transformation in East Asia focusing on China, Japan, and South Korea. It looks at patters of cooperation and integration in the region. Other topics include U.S.-China trade friction, prospects for peace and denuclearization in Korea and the future of community-building in East Asia.
Language(s) of Instruction
English
Host Institution Course Number
IEE4009
Host Institution Course Title
UNDERSTANDING CONTEMPORARY EAST ASIA: PEACE, PROSPERITY, AND COMMUNITY
Host Institution Course Details
Host Institution Campus
Yonsei International Summer School
Host Institution Faculty
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Host Institution Department
East Asian Studies
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BUDDHISM IN THE MODERN ERA
Country
Canada
Host Institution
University of British Columbia
Program(s)
University of British Columbia
UCEAP Course Level
Upper Division
UCEAP Subject Area(s)
Religious Studies International Studies Asian Studies
UCEAP Course Number
112
UCEAP Course Suffix
UCEAP Official Title
BUDDHISM IN THE MODERN ERA
UCEAP Transcript Title
BUDDHISM MODERN ERA
UCEAP Quarter Units
6.00
UCEAP Semester Units
4.00
Course Description
This course analyzes key examples of Buddhism from the nineteenth century to present day with special emphasis on its history and character in local settings, including specific traditions such as Tibetan Nyingma and Japanese Zen, as well as the development of a modern and global Buddhism. Two dichotomies frame the course's exploration of Buddhism: how representations of Buddhism in the modern era have been shaped by an increasing rate of flow of people, material, information, and money from one place to another within globalization; while also being shaped by the emergence of the modern nation-state and by the ideology of secularism. The course discusses topics including conflict with empiricism, scientific worldviews, and the global spread of biomedicine; Buddhist articulations of political ideologies, specifically critical and positive engagement with communism, capitalism, democracy, and nationalism; an analysis of modern religion using current methods in the interdisciplinary study of religion; and values and tensions in specific narratives about Buddhism as “traditional” or “modern.”
Language(s) of Instruction
English
Host Institution Course Number
ASIA 301
Host Institution Course Title
BUDDHISM IN THE MODERN ERA
Host Institution Course Details
Host Institution Campus
ARTS
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Asian Studies
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TRADITIONAL CHINESE OPERA
Country
China
Host Institution
Fudan University
Program(s)
Fudan University
UCEAP Course Level
Lower Division
UCEAP Subject Area(s)
Music Asian Studies Art History
UCEAP Course Number
21
UCEAP Course Suffix
UCEAP Official Title
TRADITIONAL CHINESE OPERA
UCEAP Transcript Title
CHINESE OPERA
UCEAP Quarter Units
3.00
UCEAP Semester Units
2.00
Course Description

By introducing the basic elements of traditional Chinese opera and the influential opera types (Peking Opera, Kunqu Opera, Huangmei Opera, Sichuan Opera, etc.), international students experience the richness and diversity of Chinese culture. In the opera analysis, students learn the essence of opera culture and qualities of opera characters.

Language(s) of Instruction
Chinese
Host Institution Course Number
ICES120010
Host Institution Course Title
THE ART APPRECIATION OF CHINESE TRADITIONAL OPERA
Host Institution Course Details
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Host Institution Department
International Institute for Cultural Exchange
Course Last Reviewed
2025-2026
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UNDERSTANDING GLOBAL KOREAN STUDIES
Country
Korea, South
Host Institution
Korea University
Program(s)
Korea University
UCEAP Course Level
Lower Division
UCEAP Subject Area(s)
Asian Studies
UCEAP Course Number
44
UCEAP Course Suffix
UCEAP Official Title
UNDERSTANDING GLOBAL KOREAN STUDIES
UCEAP Transcript Title
GLOBAL KOREAN STDY
UCEAP Quarter Units
4.50
UCEAP Semester Units
3.00
Course Description

This course examines the various structures that make up Korean society and Korean studies in a global context. It explores particular themes relevant to understanding Korea such as (trans)national identity, family, modernization, industrialization, democratization, gender relations, cultural industry, human right, and environmental crisis. 

Language(s) of Instruction
English
Host Institution Course Number
GKSS101
Host Institution Course Title
UNDERSTANDING GLOBAL KOREAN STUDIES
Host Institution Course Details
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Host Institution Department
Global Korean Studies
Course Last Reviewed
2022-2023
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INTRODUCTION TO ASIAN STUDIES
Country
Korea, South
Host Institution
Yonsei University
Program(s)
Yonsei University Summer
UCEAP Course Level
Lower Division
UCEAP Subject Area(s)
Asian Studies
UCEAP Course Number
11
UCEAP Course Suffix
S
UCEAP Official Title
INTRODUCTION TO ASIAN STUDIES
UCEAP Transcript Title
INTRO ASIAN STUDIES
UCEAP Quarter Units
4.50
UCEAP Semester Units
3.00
Course Description
This course introduces central issues pertaining to the study of Asia. It surveys the region's history and contemporary developments from an interdisciplinary perspective, including geography, history, culture, religion, economics and politics. The course examines how historical, cultural, religious and philosophical traditions have intersected with contemporary political, economic and social developments in Asia, Central Asia, South Asia, Southeast Asia and Northeast Asia. Texts: Miller, A., Wich, R., BECOMING ASIA and Wan, M.L THE POLITICAL ECONOMY OF EAST ASIA. Assessment: attendance and participation (20%), two quizzes (10%), midterm exam (35%), final exam (35%)
Language(s) of Instruction
English
Host Institution Course Number
ASP1011
Host Institution Course Title
INTRODUCTION TO ASIAN STUDIES
Host Institution Course Details
Host Institution Campus
Yonsei International Summer School
Host Institution Faculty
Host Institution Degree
Host Institution Department
Social ScienceS
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CANTONESE OPERA IN HONG KONG CULTURE
Country
Hong Kong
Host Institution
Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST)
Program(s)
Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
UCEAP Course Level
Lower Division
UCEAP Subject Area(s)
Asian Studies
UCEAP Course Number
16
UCEAP Course Suffix
UCEAP Official Title
CANTONESE OPERA IN HONG KONG CULTURE
UCEAP Transcript Title
CANTONESE OPERA
UCEAP Quarter Units
4.50
UCEAP Semester Units
3.00
Course Description
The culture of a community encompasses social and personal behaviors, language and dialects, visual and performing arts, economic activities and the ideas, beliefs, and customs of its people. As a traditional genre of performing arts unique to Hong Kong, Cantonese opera has a long history of development and is entwined with all such aspects of Hong Kong culture. Set within the socio-cultural context of Hong Kong, this course explores the genre in terms of its course of development, repertory, plots, script structure, performing techniques such as singing, acting, reciting and fencing, troupe organization, training of artists, performing venues including theater and the bamboo stage, and its marketing strategies, aiming at unfolding to the students how an art form should be appreciated through both the aesthetic and functional perspectives.
Language(s) of Instruction
Cantonese
Host Institution Course Number
HUMA1671
Host Institution Course Title
CANTONESE OPERA IN HONG KONG CULTURE
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Host Institution Department
Humanities
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ECONOMICS AND SOCIETY IN CONTEMPORARY ASIA
Country
Netherlands
Host Institution
Maastricht University – University College Maastricht
Program(s)
University College Maastricht
UCEAP Course Level
Upper Division
UCEAP Subject Area(s)
Economics Asian Studies
UCEAP Course Number
110
UCEAP Course Suffix
UCEAP Official Title
ECONOMICS AND SOCIETY IN CONTEMPORARY ASIA
UCEAP Transcript Title
ECON & SOCIETY ASIA
UCEAP Quarter Units
6.00
UCEAP Semester Units
4.00
Course Description
This course focuses on the intersection of economics, politics, and culture in Asian societies. The course transcends the borders of academic disciplines and includes topics such as long-run economic development, intra-regional cooperation, social change, political and economic institutions, and the changing global role of Asian countries. It pays attention to topical issues such as the trade and the financial relations between China and the rest of the world. The goal of this course is to understand economic issues and economic developments in contemporary Asian societies in their social, cultural, and political context. Prerequisite for this course is Principles of Economics.
Language(s) of Instruction
English
Host Institution Course Number
SSC3041
Host Institution Course Title
ECONOMICS AND SOCIETY IN CONTEMPORARY ASIA
Host Institution Course Details
Host Institution Campus
University College Maastricht
Host Institution Faculty
Host Institution Degree
Host Institution Department
Social ScienceS
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HISTORY OF TAIWANESE CIVIL LIFE
Country
Taiwan
Host Institution
National Taiwan University
Program(s)
National Taiwan University
UCEAP Course Level
Lower Division
UCEAP Subject Area(s)
History Asian Studies
UCEAP Course Number
10
UCEAP Course Suffix
UCEAP Official Title
HISTORY OF TAIWANESE CIVIL LIFE
UCEAP Transcript Title
TAIWAN CIVIL LIFE
UCEAP Quarter Units
3.00
UCEAP Semester Units
2.00
Course Description

This course provides an overview of the history and characteristics of Taiwanese civil life and culture.  It covers regional developments and architecture; cultural power network and judicial life; religious organizations and folk beliefs; types and characteristics of civil and military formations as well as public ceremonies;  rituals, taboos, leisure, and pop culture in Taiwan.

Language(s) of Instruction
Chinese
Host Institution Course Number
TB10510041
Host Institution Course Title
THE HISTORY OF TAIWANESE CIVIL LIFE
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Course Last Reviewed
2022-2023
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MODERN HISTORY OF EAST ASIA
Country
France
Host Institution
University of Lyon 2
Program(s)
University of Lyon
UCEAP Course Level
Upper Division
UCEAP Subject Area(s)
History Asian Studies
UCEAP Course Number
119
UCEAP Course Suffix
UCEAP Official Title
MODERN HISTORY OF EAST ASIA
UCEAP Transcript Title
MODERN HIST/E ASIA
UCEAP Quarter Units
4.50
UCEAP Semester Units
3.00
Course Description

This course covers the history modern East Asia from the 19th to the 20th century. It focuses on China, Japan, Korea, and Vietnam. The relations between these countries as well as the colonial forces from the West are among the topics covered.

Language(s) of Instruction
French
Host Institution Course Number
2BBHE044
Host Institution Course Title
HISTOIRE CONTEMPORAINE DE L'ASIE ORIENTALE
Host Institution Course Details
Host Institution Campus
Lyon 2
Host Institution Faculty
Host Institution Degree
Host Institution Department
History
Course Last Reviewed
2021-2022
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EAST ASIAN SOCIETIES
Country
Korea, South
Host Institution
Seoul National University
Program(s)
Seoul National University
UCEAP Course Level
Upper Division
UCEAP Subject Area(s)
Sociology Asian Studies
UCEAP Course Number
116
UCEAP Course Suffix
UCEAP Official Title
EAST ASIAN SOCIETIES
UCEAP Transcript Title
E ASIAN SOCIETIES
UCEAP Quarter Units
4.50
UCEAP Semester Units
3.00
Course Description

This course reviews the modern history and examines key contemporary social issues of East Asian societies, namely China, Japan, South Korea, and Taiwan.

Language(s) of Instruction
English
Host Institution Course Number
M1304.001300
Host Institution Course Title
EAST ASIAN SOCIETIES
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Course Last Reviewed
2021-2022
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