Minor in Korean Studies
Units required for Minor: 18, twelve of which must be in upper division
Program Description
The minor offers students a framework to explore Korea from an interdisciplinary perspective, examining its art, culture, history, philosophy, and politics. Students will be introduced to the broader region through two pan-Asia courses before selecting Korea-specific electives to fit their own interest. Study of the Korean language is highly encouraged.
Program Requirements
| Code | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Course Requirements (6 Units) | ||
| ASIA 1 | Asia in the World Today | 3 |
| ASIA 111 | Asian Diaspora and Migration | 3 |
| Electives (12-18 Units) 1 | ||
| Select four courses from the following: | 12 - 18 | |
| Art of Korea | ||
| History of Modern Korea | ||
| Contemporary Korean Culture | ||
| Korean Development and Behavior | ||
| North Korean Politics and Society | ||
| Education and Communication in Korean Society | ||
| Beginning Tae Kwon Do | ||
| Martial Arts: Tae Kwon Do | ||
| Elementary Korean 1A | ||
| Elementary Korean 1B | ||
| Intermediate Korean 2A | ||
| Intermediate Korean 2B | ||
| Language Proficiency | ||
| Language proficiency is not required for the minor; however, students are highly encouraged to study an Asian language. | ||
| Total Units | 18-24 | |
1 Four courses are required, and they must total a minimum of 12 units. Most courses are 3 units, but Kinesiology offers a 1 unit course while World Languages and Literatures offer 4 and 5 unit classes, thus reflecting the possible variance between 12-18 units.