Non-Award
This course opens up a world of future study pathways and career opportunities.
The University of Western Australia welcomes applications from international and domestic school-leavers. If you're interested in studying this major, find out the admission details below.
Asian Studies provides knowledge and a solid basis for critically understanding the great diversity of cultures, societies and political systems of Asia, including China, Indonesia, Japan and Korea. It explores the impact of the great religions such as Buddhism, Hinduism and Islam and investigates the dramatic changes that colonialism and revolutions have brought to the people of the region. Students develop critical knowledge of contemporary Asia and the social, cultural, political and economic forces which are shaping modern societies in this dynamic region.
As an Asian Studies graduate, you'll have excellent employment prospects in Australia and in the rising economies of Asia. Many employers in Australia and Asia - including human rights, education, tourism and media organisations, the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, the World Bank, and the United Nations - give priority to the employment of graduates with an Asia-related academic background.
Potential career opportunities include: