Program Overview

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Asian Studies (Graduate Certificate)

The graduate certificate program in Asian studies offers graduate students a transdisciplinary specialization in Asian language and area studies.

Program Description

The certificate program is available in two tracks. The East Asia track includes China, Japan, and Korea, and the Southeast Asia track includes Burma, Laos, Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, the Philippines, Brunei, and Timor Leste.

At a Glance

• College/school: The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
• Location: Tempe
• STEM-OPT extension eligible: No

Degree Requirements

18 credit hours

• Required Core (6 credit hours): two courses at the 500 level or higher that cover Asian content from a single discipline
• Electives (6 credit hours): two courses at the 500 level or higher that cover Asian content from a discipline other than that chosen for the core courses
• Other Requirements (6 credit hours): language proficiency requirement: two courses at the 400 level or higher in one Asian language (Chinese, Indonesian, Japanese, Korean, Thai, Vietnamese)
• Additional Curricular Information: Students work closely with a faculty advisor from the Center for Asian Research to develop a cohesive curriculum tailored to their individual goals and interests.

Admission Requirements

• General university admission requirements: All students are required to meet general university admission requirements.
• Graduate students currently enrolled in any discipline may pursue a certificate in Asian studies in conjunction with their degree program.
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 (scale is 4.00 = "A") in the last 60 hours of their first bachelor's degree program or a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00 (scale is 4.00 = "A") in an applicable master's degree program.
• Application materials:
  • Graduate admission application and application fee
  • Official transcripts
  • Proof of English proficiency

Tuition Information

When it comes to paying for higher education, everyone’s situation is different. Students can learn about ASU tuition and financial aid options to find out which will work best for them.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the graduate certificate program in Asian studies have training and knowledge relevant to careers in government, nongovernmental organizations, nonprofit organizations, global relationships, intercultural understanding, foreign service, research, professional writing, and community college teaching.

• Career examples include:
  • Cultural center associate
  • Historical society and exhibit curator
  • Language interpreter
  • Teacher or instructor

Additional Information

The graduate certificate program in Asian studies complements a student's current graduate degree and prepares them for a variety of careers. With two flexible tracks, students can select the geographic region that best aligns with their interests. Whether they choose the East Asia track or Southeast Asia track, this certificate provides a transdisciplinary specialization in Asian language and area studies.