East Asian Studies

DEPARTMENT OF EAST ASIAN STUDIES
SEMESTER I
SEMESTER II
YEAR ONE
YEAR ONE
Compulsory Course
Compulsory Course
AYEA1102 :
Introduction to East Asian Studies

(3)
AYEA2309 :
Language Courses (Choose 1)
East Asian Political Economy (3)
Language Courses (Choose 1)

(Requirement : A pass in preferred language in
Semester I, Year One)
AYEA1104 :
AYEA1105 :
AYEA1108 :
Chinese Language 1 (4)

Japanese Language 1 (4)
Korean Language 1 (4)
AYEA1204 :
AYEA1205 :
AYEA1209 :

YEAR TWO
YEAR TWO
Compulsory Courses
Compulsory Courses
(Requirement : A Pass in preferred language in Semester

II, Year One)
(Requirement : A Pass in preferred language in

Semester I, Year Two)
AYEA2101 :
AYEA2204 :
AYEA2205 :
AYEA2208 :
Research Method (3)

Elective Courses
REGIONAL
AYEA2312 :
AYEA2321 :
AYEA2339 :
AYEA2317 :
AYEA2318 :
Administrative System and

Politics of Japan (3)
Japanese Economic Policy (3)
Japanese Culture and Society (3)
Territorial Disputes in The East

Asian Region (3)
AYEA2320 :
AYEA2326 :
Nation Building in Japan (3)

Introduction to Japanese Culture
(3)
Japanese Economy and Politics (3)
Japanese Local Government (3)
KOREA
AYEA2324 :
AYEA2344 :
AYEA2345 :
Korean Culture and Society (3)

Classic Korea (3)
North-South Korea Relations (3)
Political Economy of Korea (3)

Korean Modernization Process (3)
Koreas Economic (3)
CHINA
CHINA
AYEA2313 :
AYEA2337 :
AYEA2330 :
JAPAN
KOREA
AYEA2323 :
AYEA2325 :
AYEA2334 :

Elective Courses
REGIONAL
East Asian International Relations

(3)
JAPAN
AYEA2319 :
AYEA2209 :
AYEA2210 :
AYEA2211 :
AYEA2315 :
AYEA2346 :
Chinese Culture and Society (3)

Confucianisme in China (3)
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Politics and Economy China (3)

Economic Policy of China (3)

SEMESTER I
SEMESTER II
YEAR THREE
Compulsory Courses
YEAR THREE
Compulsory Courses
(Requirement : Pass in preferred language in Semester II,

Year Two)
(Requirement : Pass in preferred language in Semester

I,Year Three)
AYEA3204 :
AYEA3205 :
AYEA3208 :
AYEA3180 :

Academic Project I (3)
Elective Courses
REGIONAL
AYEA3310 :
AYEA3338 :
AYEA3321 :
Security Issues of East Asia (3)

East Asian Political Issues After
1900 (3)
AYEA3317 :
AYEA3320 :
AYEA3339 :
The Development of Science and

Technology in Japan (3)
ASEAN Japan Relations (3)
Japanese Organizational Culture (3)
KOREA
Korean Foreign Policy (3)
Organizational Culture of Korea
(3)
AYEA3326 :
AYEA3341 :
ASEAN-Korea Relations (3)

Contemporary Politics of South
Korea (3)
CHINA
Malaysia-China Relations (3)
Chinas International Trade and
Investments (3)
AYEA3313 :
AYEA3337 :
SHORT SEMESTER (YEAR THREE)

Compulsory Course
AYEA3190 :
Practicum (4)
YEAR THREE
Elective Courses
JAPAN
AYEA3319 :
AYEA3322 :
East Asian Society (3)

The Development of East Asian
Economy (3)
JAPAN
CHINA
AYEA3334 :
AYEA3342 :
AYEA3309 :
AYEA3312 :
Industry and Japans Industrial

Policy (3)
Japanese Management System
(3)
KOREA
AYEA3328 :
AYEA3332 :

Academic Project II (3)
Elective Courses
REGIONAL
JAPAN
AYEA3318 :
AYEA3209 :
AYEA3210 :
AYEA3211 :
AYEA3180 :
Japans Foreing Policy (3)

Environment and Disaster
Management in Japan (3)
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Islam in China (3)

Chinese-Russian Relations (3)

SEMESTER I
SEMESTER II
YEAR THREE
KOREA
AYEA3328 :
AYEA3332 :
Korean Foreign Policy (3)

Organizational Culture of Korea
(3)
CHINA
AYEA3334 :
AYEA3342 :
Malaysia-China Relations (3)

Chinas International Trade and
Investments (3)
150

(1)
Majoring (73 credit)

Requirement : Pass all the courses with at least Grade C.
Compulsory
Semester I
YEAR ONE
Semester II
Semester I
YEAR TWO
Semester II
Semester I
YEAR THREE
Semester II
Short Semester
YEAR FOUR
(2)
AYEA1102
AYEA1104/
AYEA1105/
AYEA1108
AYEA2309
AYEA1204/
AYEA1205/
AYEA1209
AYEA2101/
AYEA2204/
AYEA2205/
AYEA2208
AYEA2209/
AYEA2210/
AYEA2211
AYEA3204/
AYEA3205/
AYEA3208/
AYEA3180 (I)
AYEA3209/
AYEA3210/
AYEA3211/
AYEA3180 (II)
AYEA3190
Semester I
Elective
Nil
Japan/ Korea/ China Program

Choose one (1) of the packages
below for completing relevant
credit hours :
2 prerequisite courses
(compulsory)
6 language courses
Japanese/ Korean/
Chinese
(compulsory and
prerequisite)
8 country based courseJapan/ Korea/ China
2 Regional courses
Academic Project
Practicum (compulsory)
Research method
(compulsory)
TOTAL
24
24
6
6
4
3
73
Minoring (33 credit)

Requirement : Pass all the courses with at least Grade C.
Compulsory
YEAR ONE
YEAR TWO
YEAR THREE
Semester I
AYEA1102
Semester II
AYEA2309
Elective
Nil
Semester I
Semester II
Choose any courses offered in each semester EXCEPT for Language

Courses and Graduation Exercise (Thesis) in order to complete credit
Semester I
151
Semester II
YEAR FOUR
Semester I
The total credit hours for conferment of the degree is 124 credits.

PROGRAMMES LEARNING OUTCOMES
At the end of the programme, graduates will be able to:
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Acquire comprehensive knowledge through an interdisciplinary approach to East Asian Studies

which includes aspects of economy and business; politics, international relations and security;
language and socio culture as well as history.
Illustrate intellectual depth of contemporary East Asian issues relating to economics, politics and
socio cultural aspects through substantive discussions and academic debates.
Possess expertise and carry out social responsibilities for the promotion of civic welfare through an
interdisciplinary approach of East Asian Studies.
Adapt the ethics, positive working culture and effective time management based on the
experiences of East Asian states in developing their nation and state.
Confidently speak and write one of the East Asian languages (Chinese, Japanese and Korean)
through leadership and team work.
Demonstrate lateral thinking skills through analytical and conceptual skills relating to the discipline
of East Asian Studies.
Utilize information technological skills as a means for life long learning.
Apply East Asian management culture and entrepreneurship which is the basis of East Asian
development.
AYEA1102
INTRODUCTION TO EAST ASIAN STUDIES
LEARNING OUTCOMES
After completion of the course, students are able to:
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Explain the process of how Chinese civilization spread to Japan and Korea.
Demonstrate the continuation of early civilization to that of contemporary East Asia.
Display the similarities and differences between Chinese, Japanese and Korean civilizations through
preparing of reports and presentations.
Investigate Chinese, Japanese and Korean civilizations through group discussions.
SYNOPSIS OF COURSE CONTENT

This course aims to introduce the early history of Chinese, Japanese and Korean civilizations. The focus is
on the expansion of early China, Japan and Korea based on intellectual thoughts, administrative
systems, political institutions, economic systems, beliefs, early religions, science and technology as well
as cultural aspects.
MAIN REFERENCES
1.
Albert M.Craig. 2001. The Heritage of Chinese Civilization.Harvard University.Pretince-Hall.
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2.
3.
Han Woo-keum.1970. The History of Korea. Seoul. Eul-Yoo Publishing Company.

Reischauer, E.O dan Fairbank,John K. 1960.East Asia: The Great Tradition. Boston:Houghton Miffin.
ASSESSMENT METHODS
Continuous Assessment
Report
Presentation
Attendance
Participation
Final Examination
AYEA1104
:
40%
: 20%
: 10%
: 5%
: 5%
:
60%
CHINESE LANGUAGE 1
LEARNING OUTCOMES
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Pronounce as well as write Hanyu Pinyin (romanized system for standard Mandarin).
Demonstrate basic reading, writing, oral and listening skills.
Construct basic sentences using Hanyu Pinyin.
Answer basic quizzes and exam questions.

Basic listening, speaking, reading and writing skills are taught at this stage. Hanyu Pinyin pronunciation
and elemental vocabulary are given emphasis. The course teaches students to interact and socialise in
the Chinese language. The course also introduces Chinese characters and culture.
MAIN REFERENCES
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Chen Ru, Wang Tianhui. 1991. Chinese situational Dialogues. Beijing: Peking University Press.
Li Xiaoqi, Dai Guifu, Guo Zhenghua. 1995. A New Perspective: Context, Function and Structure in
Teaching Chinese (Book 1). Beijing: Beijing Daxue Chubanshe.
Peggy Wang. 1995. 100 Putonghua Situation - Practical Chinese Conversation. Hong Kong: The
Commercial Press Ltd.
ASSESSMENT METHODS
Continuous Assessment :
Final Examination
:
AYEA1105
50%
50%
JAPANESE LANGUAGE 1
LEARNING OUTCOMES
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3.
Write Japanese characters.

Demonstrate basic Japanese language skills in reading, writing, speaking and listening.
Provide basic answers in quizzes, tests and exams.
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Students will learn to read, write, listen and speak Japanese language. At the beginners level students
will be exposed to learning Japanese language characters and basic grammar skills. At the end of the
course, students are expected to be able to speak as well as write simple essays in the Japanese
language.
MAIN REFERENCES
1. 1998. Minna No Nihongo 1, Tokyo: 3A Network.
2. 1998. Minna No Nihongo 1: Translation and grammatical Notes. Tokyo: 3A Network.
ASSESSMENT METHODS
Asignments
Quiz
Final Examination
AYEA1108
:
50%
: 30%
: 20%
:
50%
KOREAN LANGUAGE 1
LEARNING OUTCOMES
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Explains the basic knowledge of Korean Language, including consonants and vowels and
pronunciation right.
Shows the basic skills of reading, writing, speaking and listening in the Korean Language.
Build confidence in their own ability through training and use of appropriate language in every day
life.
Perform various tasks and provided with good training.

Students will learn the basic skills of speaking of reading, writing, listening and speaking. The letters,
vocabulary and basic introduction to Korean grammar. In this course, aspects of the preferred language
of the Korean alphabet, pronunciation, grammar, basic vocabulary and practice reading and listening.
Thus at the end of thus course, students will read various types of writing with REFERENCES to Korea
right, forming their own sentences and speak the Korean language at a basic level.
MAIN REFERENCES
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2.
Youn & Rou Seung Hyun Kim Keum.2003. Korean Publisher UKM, Bangi.
Korean 1. 2000. Seoul National University. Seoul.
ASSESSMENT METHODS
Assignments
Oral Test
Final Examination
AYEA1204
:
50%
: 30%
: 20%
:
50%
CHINESE LANGUAGE 2
LEARNING OUTCOMES
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Be able to write Chinese characters.

Be able to write proper sentences in the Chinese Language.
Develop skills in reading, writing, speaking as well as listening.
Be able to speak proper Chinese in daily communications.

At this stage, students are provided with continul reading, writing, listening and speaking exercises.
Proper Hanyu Pinyin pronunciation and basic grammar skills are further enhanced. The course
encourages students to practise Chinese in social interactions and communications. Group exercises are
emphasized in order to ensure students pronounce Chinese terminologies correctly.
MAIN REFERENCES
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2.
3.
Chen Ru, Wang Tianhui. 1991. Chinese Situational Dialogues. Beijing: Peking University Press.
Peggy Wang. 1995. 100 Putonghua Situation Practical Chinese Conversation. Hong Kong: The
ASSESSMENT METHODS
Assignments
Oral Test
Final Examination
AYEA1205
:
50%
: 30%
: 20%
:
50%
JAPANESE LANGUAGE 2
LEARNING OUTCOMES
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4.
Rewrite the meanings of kanji learnt.

Rearrange sentences accordingly.
Develop further skills in reading, writing, speaking and listening.
Use functional Japanese correctly.

Students will concentrate on chapter 13 to 20 in the prescribed textbook which includes the learning of
more kanji characters and exercises on constructing complicated sentences. Group discussions to
enhance oral abilities and essay writings are emphasized to ensure sentence structures are correctly
followed.
MAIN REFERENCES
1.
2.
1998. Minna No Nihongo 1. Tokyo: 3A Network.

1998. Minna No Nihongo 1: Translation & Grammatical Notes. Tokyo: 3A Network.
ASSESSMENT METHODS
50%
155
Assignments
Oral Test
Final Examination
AYEA1209
: 30%
: 20%
:
50%
KOREAN LANGUAGE 2
LEARNING OUTCOMES
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4.
Comprehend the contents of exercises through reading, writing and discussions.

Restructure sentences in accordance to correct grammar and rules of hierarchy.
Demonstrate basic in reading, writing, speaking and listening.
Complete exercises for daily communications and write short essays using correct sentences
structures and grammar.

At this level, students will learn moderately complicated sentences, vocabularies and grammar. Short
essay writing exercises and group discussions in Korean will be conducted to ensure proper grammar
and vocabularies are used.
MAIN REFERENCES
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2.
3.
Yoan & Rou Seung Hyun Kim Keum. 2003. Publisher Korean SMEs.
Korean 1. 2000. Seoul National University. Seoul, KOREA.
Korean exciting Listening Guide. 2005. Ewha Womans University, Korea.
ASSESSMENT METHODS
Assignments
Oral Test
Final Examination
AYEA2101
:
50%
: 30%
: 20%
:
50%
RESEARCH METHODS
LEARNING OUTCOMES
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4.
Adapt a research question based on specific readings and discussions.

Interpret a set of essay question.
Investigate appropriate materials for research and essay writing.
Write a structured essay using an established format.

Research methods aid in formulating research questions and writing essays or reports. The course will
focus on research techniques, critical analysis research and problems in social science research.
Emphasis will be given to logical writing and citation techniques in accordance to academic research.
MAIN REFERENCES
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Creswell, JW, 2008, Research Design: Qualitative, Quantitative, and Mixed methods approaches,
Sage Publications.
Lester, JD (1999), Writing Research Papers: A Complete Guide, Longman.
Ridley, D, 2008, The Literature Review: A Step-by-Step Guide for Students, Sage Publications Ltd.
ASSESSMENT METHODS
AYEA2204
100%
CHINESE LANGUAGE 3
LEARNING OUTCOMES
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Show language skills based on written questions and oral presentations.

Explain situations or provide opinions in the Chinese language in written assignments.
Construct short sentences in Chinese with the usage of appropriate words.
Differentiate Chinese vocabularies by means of nouns, verbs and adjectives.
Differentiate categories of verbs while using appropriate verbs to construct sentences in the
Chinese language.

Students will be exposed to a few grammatical aspects which emphasizes the usage of vocabularies,
sentences, reading and listening exercises. At this stage students will produce short essays, do
presentations and solve exercises.
MAIN REFERENCES
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4.
Lin Shan. 1995. The Total Chinese Learning Kit. Singapore: Asiapac Books PTE. Ltd.
Commercial Press ltd.
ASSESSMENT METHODS
Assignments
Oral Test
Final Examination
AYEA2205
:
50%
: 30%
: 20%
:
50%
JAPANESE LANGUAGE 3
LEARNING OUTCOMES
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Apply language skills based on written questions and oral presentations.

Clearly illustrate any situation through written assignments.
Trace errors in an ungrammatical sentence.
Differentiate verbs, adjectives and nouns accordingly.
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Students will be exposed to various language aspects which emphasizes on the usage of appropriate
sentences, vocabularies, kanji, reading and listening exercise. Students will also produce essays, conduct
presentations as well carry out translation exercises.
MAIN REFERENCES
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2.
3.
Minna no Nihongo 2. 1998. Tokyo: 3A Network .

Minna no Nihongo 2. 1998. Grammatical Translation & Notes. Tokyo: 3A Network .
Minna no Nihongo 2. 2001. Kanji Book II: Tokyo: 3A Network.
ASSESSMENT METHODS
Assignments
Oral Test
Final Examination
AYEA2208
:
50%
: 30%
: 20%
:
50%
KOREAN LANGUAGE 3
LEARNING OUTCOMES
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Show communication skills in the forms of writing and speaking.

Illustrate certain things through writing and speaking.
Show the application of correct grammar in certain situations.
Present appropriate sentences clearly.

Students will learn higher level grammar by emphasizing the sentence structure, grammar, reading and
listening exercises. Students will write essays, do presentations as well as carry out conversational
exercises in order to achieve a moderate level Korean language ability.
MAIN REFERENCES
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3.
Korean 2. 2002. Seoul National University. Seoul.

Korean Reading 1. 1998. Yonsei University. Seoul.
Korean Listening Guide exciting one. 2005. Ewha Womans University, Korea.
ASSESSMENT METHODS
Assignments
Oral Test
Final Examination
AYEA2209
:
50%
: 30%
: 20%
:
50%
CHINESE LANGUAGE 4
LEARNING OUTCOMES
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Explain anything with correct usage of Chinese grammar.

Produce short essays in Chinese using correct language structure and grammar.
Show an ability to do presentations in Chinese.
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Present in or speak Chinese with confidence.

Answer questions in the Chinese language correctly.

This course gives importance to language and presentation skills, as well as writing short essays which
showcases improvements in the Chinese language.
MAIN REFERENCES
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2.
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Li Ziyun. Hanyu Jufa Guize, Anhui. Anhui Educational Publishers. 1991.

Peggy Wang. 100 Putonghua Situation - Practical Chinese Conversation. Hong Kong: The Commercial
Press Ltd.. 1995.
Qi Luyang. Xiandai Hanyu Duanyu. Shanghai Huadong University of Education Publishers. 2002.
Zhang Yufeng. Juzi Xiandai Hanyu Yanjiu. Shanghai: Publishing Xuelin. 2006
ASSESSMENT METHODS
Assignments
Oral Test
Final Examination
AYEA2210
:
50%
: 30%
: 20%
:
50%
JAPANESE LANGUAGE 4
LEARNING OUTCOMES
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Differentiate sentence according to tenses.

Analyze targeted language correctly in translation sessions.
Present confidently.
Share views during presentation sessions.

Apart from improving language skills, the student focus is on oral abilities during presentation sessions.
Lots of translation exercises are provided to ensure students comprehend sentence structures. At this
stage, essays centred on discussions are introduced.
MAIN REFERENCES
1.
2.
3.
Minna no Nihongo 2.1998. Tokyo: 3A Network.

Minna no Nihongo 2.1998. Grammatical Translation & Notes. Tokyo: 3A Network.
Minna no Nihongo 2. 2001. Kanji Book II: Tokyo: 3A Network
ASSESSMENT METHODS
Assignments
Oral Test
Final Examination
:
50%
: 30%
: 20%
:
50%
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AYEA2211
KOREAN LANGUAGE 4
LEARNING OUTCOMES
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Differentiate sentence structures and the usage of suffixes and prefixes based on situations and the
relations between the speaker and listener.
Compare the Korean language with ones mother tongue in terms of various aspects of language.
Showcase confident oral skills during presentations and conversations.
Show effective communication skills according to ones knowledge and talent.

Students will improve their language skills, especially oral ability by using their own ideas. Assignments
and exercises are given to ensure students can apply relevant language skills. Students are also provided
with moderate level reading materials to translate in order to improve their language skills.
MAIN REFERENCES
1.
2.
3.
Korean 2. 2000. Seoul National University. Seoul, KOREA.

Korean Reading 2.1998. Yonsei University. Seoul, Korea.
Korean exciting Listening Guide 2. 2005. Ewha Womans University, Korea. Seoul.
ASSESSMENT METHODS
Assignments
Oral Test
Final Examination
AYEA2309
:
50%
: 30%
: 20%
:
50%
EAST ASIAN POLITICAL ECONOMY
LEARNING OUTCOMES
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Link the relations between politics and development in China, Korea and Japan.
Analyze how East Asian nations managed to successfully develop their political economic strengths.
Display various political economic aspects of East Asia through report writing based on internet
search, library research and presentations.
Evaluate the role of leadership in the development of East Asian political economy.

This course introduces basic political economic aspects of China, Japan and Korea. The focus is on
leadership, bureaucratic organization and businesses in determining the political economy of East Asia.
Leadership changes, political will, economic policies as well as the nature of corporate organizations will
be discussed at length.
MAIN REFERENCES
1.
Brian Bridges.2001. Korea After the Crash - The politics of economic recovery. London and New York.
Routledge.
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3.
Campos, Jose Edgardo L. (1996) The East Asian development model: economic growth, institutional
failure and the aftermath of the crisis, Washington DC: Brooking Institution.
Marlee Goldman, "Sowing the seeds of Democracy in China: Political Reform in the Deng Xiaoping
era" Cambridge: Harvard University Press, 1994.
ASSESSMENT METHODS
Paper Report
Presentation
Attendance
Activity
Final Examination
AYEA2311
:
40%
: 20%
: 10%
: 5%
: 5%
:
60%
MODERNIZATION PROCESS OF EAST ASIA
LEARNING OUTCOMES
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Compare and contrast the degree of modernization between East Asian nations.
Show to what extent the East Asian modernization process has had an impact on political, economic
and social aspects of the region.
Understand the modernization aspects process of East Asia through report writing based on
internet search, library research and presentations.
Identify foreign influences that affect the modernization process.
Suggest various aspects that contribute towards the modernization processes of any nation.

This course deals with the background of foreign influences present in East Asia. To what extent East
Asian nations have been able to deal with external as well as internal challenges are discussed at length.
The impact of these challenges to East Asia is also examined.
MAIN REFERENCES
1.
2.
3.
Kyong Ju Kim. 2006. The Development of Modern South Korea. London: Routledge.
Beckmann, George M. 1962. The Modernization of China and Japan. U.S.A: Harper & Row.
Wei-Bin Zhang. 1999. Confucianism and Modernization: Industrialization and Democratization of the
Confucian Regions. New York: St. Martin's Press.
4. Black, Cyril E. 1966. The Dynamics of Modernization: a Study in Comparative History. Harper & Row.
ASSESSMENT METHODS
Paper Report
Presentation
Attendance
Activity
Final Examination
:
40%
: 20%
: 10%
: 5%
: 5%
:
60%
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AYEA2312
EAST ASIAN INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS
LEARNING OUTCOMES
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Analyze East Asia before and after the Cold War.

Compare and contrast the foreign policies of East Asian nations.
Understand international relations concepts through report writing and presentations.
Inter relate interactions and foreign interventions within the region with East Asian international
relations.

The course focuses on the relations between Japan, China and Korea. Influences from the former Soviet
Union/Russia and America during and after the end of Cold war are also explored. Apart from that, the
course also deals with bilateral as well as multilateral issues pertaining to the three countries. Issues
such as the nuclear crisis, security threats, security strategies as well as the impact of modernization and
economic developments on foreign policy formulations are discussed at length.
MAIN REFERENCES
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Kim, Samuel S., (ed) 2004. The International Relations of Northeast Asia. New York: Rowman &
Littlefield Publishers, Inc,
Reinhard Drifte. 1998. Japan's Foreign Policy for the 21st Century: From Economic Superpower to
What Power. London: MacMillan Press.
Ian Marsh, Jean, 1999. Democracy, governance, and Economic Perfomance: East and Southeast Asia.
Tokyo: United Nations University Press.
Ryosei Kokubun (ed). 1998. Challenges for China-Japan-US Cooperation. Tokyo: Japan Center for
International Exchange.
Warren I. Cohen. 2000. East Asia at the Center. New York: Colombia University Press.
ASSESSMENT METHODS
Paper Report
Presentation
Attendance
Activity
Final Examination
AYEA2313
:
40%
: 20%
: 10%
: 5%
: 5%
:
60%
CHINESE CULTURE AND SOCIETY
LEARNING OUTCOMES
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Explain the structure of society, culture, philosophical thinking, ethics and value orientation of
Chinese society.
Identify basic cultural and societal characteristics.
Showcase to which extent philosophy influences lifestyle of the Chinese.
Understand the various aspects of Chinese culture and society through report writing based on
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Examine the challenges faced by Chinese society in the context of the cultural evolution process.

The course aims to introduce culture and social structure of the Chinese and highlight the basic cultural
and societal characteristics of traditional and modern China. The course will provide a comprehensive
overview of Chinas unique culture, history, administrative system, philosophies, literature, arts,
language and ethics as well as its values.
MAIN REFERENCES
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5.
Creel, Herrlee Glessner. 1954. Chinese Thought from Confucius to Mao Tse-Tung. London: Eyre &
Spottiswoode.
Fairbank, John K, et.al. 1978. The Cambridge History of China. Cambridge, [Eng.] New
York:Cambridge University Press.
Fairbank, John K., Edwin O. Reischauer and Albert M. 1973. East Asia: Tradition and Transformation.
Boston: Houghton Mifflin.
Tu Wei-ming, ed. 1994.The Living Tree: The Changing Meaning of Being Chinese Today, Stanford:
Stanford University Press.
Hsu, Immanuel Chung-Yueh. 1970. The Rise of Modern China. New York: Oxford University Press.
ASSESSMENT METHODS
Paper Report
Presentation
Attendance
Activity
Final Examination
AYEA2315
:
40%
: 20%
: 10%
: 5%
: 5%
:
60%
POLITICS AND ECONOMICS OF CHINA
LEARNING OUTCOMES
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Identify the main characteristic of Chinas economic and political systems till 1978.
Analyze the impact of market reforms especially in rural areas that have taken place since1978.
Critically and analytically understand political and economic issues of China through report writing
based on internet search, library research and presentations.
Explain the close association between Chinese politics and economics.

This course deals with Chinas politics and economy from 1949 to the present age. The course examines
Chinese political institutions, socio economic developments, Deng Xiao Pings doctrin of reformation,
whether the rise of China is an opportunity or a threat to the world, the factors which enabled the rise of
China in the economic sphere and other societal aspects.
MAIN REFERENCES
1.
Saich, Tony. 2004, "governance and Politics of China", Second edition, Palgrave MacMillan, New
York.
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3.
Brugger, Bill and Stephen Reglar. 1994., "Politics, Economy and Society in Contemporary China,"
Houndmills, Basingstoke: Macmillan.
Wang, James C.E. 2002. "Contemporary Chinese Politics: An Introduction, 7th. Ed., Prentice Hall.
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JAPANESE NATION-BUILDING
LEARNING OUTCOMES
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Conclude that the process of building the Japanese nation was the direct outcome of national
experience of developing a state.
Explain basic Japanese modernization based on historical experiences.
Infer historical facts when inferring the development of Japanese modernization.
Understand the various aspects of constructing Japanese nationhood through report writing based
on internet search, library research and presentations.
Evaluate factors that contribute towards the construction of a Japanese nation.

This course aims to deliberate the Japanese modernization process that led to the creation of the first
ever modern state in Asia through historical experiences. Students will be able to grasp the factors that
have contributed to the modernization process from the middle ages to the contemporary era.
MAIN REFERENCES
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Duus, Peter. 1976. The Rise of Modern Japan. United State of America: Houghton Mifflin Company
Garon, Sheldon. 1998. Molding Japanese Minds. Princeton University Press.
McVeigh, Brian J. 2003. Nationalisms of Japan: Managing and Mystifying Identity. Rowan &
Littlefield Publishers, Inc.
Stronach, Bruce. 1995. Beyond the Rising Sun: Nationalism in Contemporary Japan. Praeger
Tadao, Umesao. 1990. The Roots of Contemporary Japan. Japan: The Japan Forum
Vilson, Sandra. 2002. Nation and Nationalism in Japan. Routledge Curzon.
Vogel, Ezra F. 1979. Japan as Number One: Lessons for America. CAMBRIDGE, Mass.: Harvard
University Press.
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INTRODUCTION TO JAPANESE LITERATURE
LEARNING OUTCOMES
1. Identify core characteristics of traditional and modern Japanese literature.
2. Explain the different types and developments of Japanese literature.
3. Understand the various aspects of Japanese literature through report writing based on internet
search, library research and presentations.
4. Trace Japanese values through Japanese folk tales.
5. Investigate Japanese literature through group discussions.
This is an introductory course on a general overview of Japanese literature. Students will be exposed to
literature through poems, novels and dramas.
MAIN REFERENCES
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3.
4.
Aston, William G. 1996. A History of Japanese Literature. Tokyo: Charles E. Turtle.

Bowers, Fubion. 1993. Japanese Theatre. Japan: Charles E. Turtle.
Darsimah Mandah, et.al. 1992. Introduction to Japanese Literature. Jakarta: Gransindo.
Keena, Donald. 1994. Japanese Literature: An Introduction for Western Readers. Tokyo: Charles E.
Turtle.
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ADMINISTRATIVE SYSTEM AND POLITICS OF JAPAN
LEARNING OUTCOMES
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Explain the actors involved in Japanese administration and politics.

Analyze contemporary issues pertaining to Japanese administration and politics.
Disect the various aspects of Japanese administration and politics through report writing based on
Follow current issues pertaining to Japanese administration and politics.
Evaluate the effectiveness of Japanese administration and politics in terms of influencing the
strengthening and stabilization of the state.

This course exposes students to the administrative and political system of Japan. It can be divided into
the administrative system of Japan and Japanese politics. For the administration, this course covers the
period of Japanese administration before the war and after the war and the entities and functions in the
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administrative structure. As for the Japanese politics, the course covers the system of party politics and
political issues in Japan.
MAIN REFERENCES
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Asmadi Hassan, Md Nasrudin Md. End. 2007. Japan's 21st century: Issues and Challenges. Kuala
Lumpur: Department of East Asian Studies.
Gerald L. Curtis. 2000. The Logic of Japanese Politics: Leaders. Institutions and the Limits of Change.
New York: Colombia University Press.
Md. Nasrudin Md. Akhir, Asmadi Hassan, Rohayati Paidi, 2008. Organizations and institutions of
Japan, Kuala Lumpur: Department of East Asian Studies.
Md. Nasrudin Md. End. 2006. East Asia Era of Globalisation: Challenges and Future. Kuala Lumpur :
University of Malaya Press.
Steven R. Reed. 2003. Japanese Electoral Politics : Creating a New Party System. New York :
Routledge Curzon.
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JAPANESE ECONOMY AND POLITICS
LEARNING OUTCOMES
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2.
3.
4.
Explain Japanese contemporary economic and political issues.

Analyze Japanese participation in international politics and economics.
Reproduce elements of Japanese economics and politics through presentations and report writing.
Distinguish how governmental institutions, political parties and the private sector interact in order
to develop the Japanese economy.

This course involves learning various aspects of Japanese economics and politics. The course will
examine in detail the interactions between government, political parties and the private sector.
Students will also be exposed to current practices in Japanese political economy such as privatization of
the postal system. Similarly, the transformation in politics in 1994 which brought about changes in the
agricultural sector which prior to 1994 was known to be influential in policies pertaining to agriculture
will also be covered. Japans role in international political economy is also covered. Most lectures and
tutorials will focus on politics and economic themes.
MAIN REFERENCES
1.
2.
3.
Asmadi Hassan, Md. Nasrudin Md.. End. 2007. Japan's 21st century: Issues and Challenges. Kuala
D.H. Whittaker. 1999. Small firms in the Japanese Economy. Cambridge: Cambridge University Press.
Glenn D. Hook, Hasegawa Harukiyo (EDS). 2001. The Political Economy of Japanese Globalization.
London: Routledge.
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5.
6.
Masahiko Aoki. 2001. Information, Corporate governance, and Institutional diversity:

Competitiveness in Japan, the USA, and the Transitional Economies. Oxford: Oxford University
Press.
T.J Pempel. 1999. The Politics of Asian Economic Crisis. Ithaca: Cornell University Press.
Takafusa Nakamura, Bernard RG Grace, (ter. M Rajendran), 1985. Economic Development of Modern
Japan, Tokyo: Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan.
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JAPANESE ECONOMIC POLICY
LEARNING OUTCOMES
1.
2.
3.
Explain Japanese economic policies based on its states interests.

Analyze economic policies moulded in parallel to the dynamism of the international economy.
Assess the role of government and the business community in their efforts to develop the domestic
economy.
4.
Trace various economic policies through report writing based on library research, internet research
and presentations.
Research the methods and approaches used in developing the Japanese economy.
5.

This course examines Japanese economic policies, especially policies pertaining to labour, finance,
industry and international economic relations. The challenges faced by Japan in strengthening its
economy is also examined. Apart from that, the course also reflects on how economically Japan has
associated itself bilaterally and multilaterally with foreign counterparts, especially G7, NAFTA, ASEAN,
APEC and EU.
MAIN REFERENCES
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2.
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7.
Miyazaki, Isamu. 1990. The Japanese Economy: What Makes It Thick. The Simul Press Inc.
Takatoshi, Ito. 1992. The Japanese Economy. Massachusetts Institute of Technology.
Suzuki, Yoshio. 1992. Japan's Economics Performance and International Role. University of Tokyo
Press.
Mijanagi, Yumiko. 2007. Japan's Trade Policy. Taylor & Francis.
Morris, Jonathan. 2007. Japan and the Global Economy.Taylor & Francis.
Ryoshin, Mihami. 1989. The Economic Development of Japan. The Macmillan Press Ltd.
Okita, Saburo. 2002. Postwar Reconstruction of the Japanese Economy. Tokyo Press.
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CULTURE AND SOCIETY OF KOREA
LEARNING OUTCOMES
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Analyze Korean societal structure, cultural life, thoughts, philosophy and aesthetics.
Make inferences about Korean cultural development through language, literature, arts, traditions
and the role of gender.
Trace important concepts of Korean societal philosophy.
Outline various aspects of Korean culture and society through preparation of reports and
presentations.
Evaluate the uniqueness of Korean culture and society through group discussions.

This courses provides an overview of Korean geography, population, economic and polictical systems.
Discussions are centred on daily lives of Koreans, their philosophy, family system, beliefs and religion,
traditions, arts, culture, popular culture, gender and education system.
MAIN REFERENCES
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2.
3.
4.
John H. Koo & Andrew C. Nahm, 2000. An Introduction to Korean Culture. Seoul: Hollym.
Korean National Commission for UNESCO, ed., Korean Politics: Striving for Democracy and
Unification, Anthology of Korean Studies, vol 2 (Hollym: 2002).
Korean National Commission for UNESCO, ed., Korean Anthropology: Contemporary Korean Culture
in Flux. Anthology of Korean Studies, vol 3 (Hollym: 2002).
The Korean Overseas Information Service, Handbook of Korea, Seoul: JungMoonSa, 2003.
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POLITICAL ECONOMY OF KOREA
LEARNING OUTCOMES
1.
2.
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4.
Comprehend the democratization process of Korea.

Analyze the relations of Korean government and the private sector in developing the Korean
economy.
Explain the various aspects of Korean political economy through assignments and presentations.
Apply political economic concepts and theories in explaining the development and changes of
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5.
Korean political economy.

Evaluate the national leaders roles in the development process of Korean political economy.

This course examines several issues of Korean political economy such as the background of the division
of Korea, governments role in national economic development, changes of leadership and its impact,
the democratization process, economic policies and the relations between government and the private
sector.
MAIN REFERENCES
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Cho Soon .1994. The Dynamics of Korean Economic Development. Washington. DC Institute for
International Economics.
Il-Sakong.1993. Korean economy in the world. Washington, DC. Institute for International
Economics.
Hoom & Chung Kil Soong-in Moon.2001. KOREAN Understanding Politics. State University of New
York Press.
Brian Bridges.2001. Korea After the Crash - The politics of economic recovery. London and New York.
Routledge.
Cha Dong-Se. 1997. The Korean Economy 1945-1995: Perfomance and vision for the 21st century.
Korean Development Institute.
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CLASSIC KOREA
LEARNING OUTCOMES
1. Explain the process of the formation of Korean ethnicity
2. Analyze Chinese influences on Korean civilization.
3. Display various aspects of Korean civilization through preparation of assignments and
presentations.
4. Trace Korean social structure and arts.
5. Evaluate the development of Korean civilization in terms of philosophy, economic system, politics
and culture.
The main content of this course includes an introduction to the historical origins of Korean (Korean
agenda, the establishment of the ancient governments, consolidation of Korea, the United Silla Dynasty,
Koryo and Choson. In addition, evolution and cultural change in Korea as early religion, literature and art
century BC until the 18th century is also under review.
MAIN REFERENCES
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2.
3.
Andrew C.Nahm.1996. A History of the Korean People, Tradition and Transformation. Seoul. Hollym.
Han Woo-keum.1970.The History of Korea. Seoul. The Eul-Yoo Publishing Company.
Takashi Hatada.1969. A History of Korea. California. ABC-Clio, Inc.
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JAPANESE LOCAL GOVERNMENT
LEARNING OUTCOMES
1. Outline efforts by the Allied powers led by the United States of America in making a democratic
Japan.
2. Illustrate new trends in local government administration.
3. Trace various aspects of loval governments through report writing and presentations.
4. Display current issues pertaining to Japanese local government administrations. Restructure local
governments in accordance to government hierarchy.
This course aims to expose students to Tang Ten Japanese local government system. It is divided into
pre-war period and the period after the war. For the period before the war, the course covers the
administration of local government since the Meiji period and during the war. Period after the war front,
including the forms of reforms carried out by the occupation led by the United States and postoccupation era in which the effects of these reforms have led to the current Japanese system of
government current issues of local government will also touch covers the political aspects, economic
and social.
MAIN REFERENCES
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2.
3.
4.
Purnendra Jain, 2003, Political Leadership in Japan Local: A Harbinger of Systemic Change in Japanese
Politics? on the website http://www.policyandsociety.org/archive/vol23no1/vol23no1PS_Jain.pdf.
Jain, Purnendra, 2005, Japan's subnational governments in international affairs, Routledge Kurt
Steiner. 1965. Local Government in Japan. California: Stanford University Press.
Theodore McNelly. 1972. Politics and Government in Japan. New York: University Press of America.
Tsuji Kiyoaki (ed). 1984. Public Administration in Japan. Tokyo: University of Tokyo Press.
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TERRITORIAL DISPUTES IN THE EAST ASIA REGION
LEARNING OUTCOMES
1.
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3.
4.
5.
Identify core demands in East Asian territorial disputes based on historical facts, conventions and
international law.
Analyze how territorial disputes influence international relations of involved states.
Trace various aspects of East Asian territorial disputes through the preparation of reports and
presentations.
Respond to confidence building measures that decrease territorial disputes which induce tensions.
Describe international institutions successes in finding solutions for East Asian territorial disputes.

This course discusses the issues of territorial disputes, overlapping claims and sovereignty involving East
Asian states. Some of the territorial disputes that will be discussed include Hoppo Ryodo/Kurile between
Japan and Russia; Senkaku/Diaoyutai between Japan and China; Takeshima/Tokdo between Japan and
Korea; Spratlys and Paracel involving China and Taiwan with four other ASEAN members as well as
existing regional and border disputes in East Asia. This course will also discuss the issue of China-Taiwan.
The course will conclude with a dicussion on conflict resolution measures that can be applied to
decrease tensions between affected East Asian states.
MAIN REFERENCES
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5.
Baker, John C. 2002. Cooperative Monitoring in the South China Sea: Satellite Imagery, ConfidenceBuilding Measures. Westport: Praeger.
Greenfield, Jeanette, in 1992. China's Practice in the Law of the Sea, New York: Oxford University
Press.
Min, Gyo Koo, 2005. "Economic Interdependence and the Dokdo / Takeshima Dispute between
South Korea and Japan," Harvard Asia Quarterly, Vol. 9 No. 4, pp. 24-35.
Suganuma, Unryu, 2000. Sovereign Rights and Territorial Space in Sino-Japanese Relations:
Irredentism and the Diaoyu / Senkaku Islands, Hawaii: University of Hawaii Press.
Williams, Brad. 2007. Resolving the Russo-Japanese Territorial Dispute, Oxon: Routledge.
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NORTH-SOUTH KOREAN RELATIONS
LEARNING OUTCOMES
1.
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Link inter-Korean relations with political, economic and contemporary issues.

Show existing ideological differences between both Koreas.
Trace various aspects pertaining to inter-Korean relations through report writing and presentations.
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4.
5.
Draw challenges and obstacles to Korean reunification as well as efforts taken by both Koreas to
reunite.
Conclude the implications of foreign intervention in inter-Korean relations.

At the end of the course, students are expected to understand why the Korean peninsula became
divided in terms of political systems and ideological orientations. The course includes discussions on
inter-Korean relations, foreign intervention in reunification attempts, nuclear crisis and the security of
the Korean peninsula.
MAIN REFERENCES
1.
2.
3.
Bruce Cumings.1997. Korean's Place in the Sun. New York.W.W.Norton & Company.
Don Oberdorfer. 2001.The Two Koreas. Indianapolis.Basic Books
Nicholas Eberstadt and Richard J. Ellings (EDS). 2001. Korea's Future and the Great Powers. Seattle.
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CONFUCIANISM IN CHINA
LEARNING OUTCOMES
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2.
3.
4.
Explain the philosophy of Confucianism as the foundation of Chinese thinking.

Analyze the challenges faced by Confucianism in the modern era.
Trace various aspects of Confucianism through report writing and presentations.
Clarify the development of Confucianism in different periods of history as well as its impact on
Chinese society.
5. Evaluate the role of Confucian leaders in the creation of Chinese civilization.
The course introduces the development of Confucianism in pre-Qin era. It will also analyze the thinking
of different Confucianists in responding to the cultural, social orientation, philosophical and political
challenges of their eras.
MAIN REFERENCES
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3.
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5.
Creel, Herrlee Glessner. 1960. Confucius and the Chinese Way. Confucius, the Man and the Myth]
New York, Harper, 1960.
Eber, Irene, ed. 1986. Confucianism: The Dynamics of Tradition. New York: Macmillan Publishing
Company.
Fung Yu-lan. 1937 (Vol. 1) 1953 (Vol.2) A History of Chinese Philosophy. Translated by Derk Bidde.
London: George Allen & Unwin Ltd.
Nivision David. 1996. The Ways of Confucianism: Investigations in Chinese Philosophy, Chicago: Open
Court.
Tu Wei-ming.1979. Humanity and Self Cultivation. Essays in Confucian Thought. Berkeley: Asian
Humanities Press.
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JAPANESE CULTURE AND SOCIETY
LEARNING OUTCOMES
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Analyze Japanese societal structure, culture, way of thinking, philosophy and aesthetic values.
Make inference in regards to the development of Japanese culture.
Trace the various aspects of Japanese culture and society through report writing and presentations.
Trace important concepts pertaining to Japanese living philosophy.
Evaluate the uniqueness of Japanese culture and society through group discussions.

This course introduces Japanese society in detail. It looks at the overall uniqueness of Japanese culture
which includes history of the Japanese nation, important concepts pertaining to philosophy and
Japanese thinking, culture and arts, langauge characteristics as well as family system.
MAIN REFERENCES
1.
2.
3.
4.
Md Nasrudin Md Akhir, Asmadi Hassan, Rohayati Paidi. 2008. Organizations and institutions of
Japan. Kuala Lumpur: Department of East Asian Studies.
Walthall, Anna. 2006. Japan: A Cultural, Social, and Political History. U.S.A.: Houghton Mifflin
Company.
Schirokauer, Conrad. 2006. A Brief History of Chinese and Japanese Civilizations. U.S.A.: Thomson
Wadsworth.
Davies, Roger. 2002. The Japanese Mind. U.S.A.: Tuttle Publishing
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KOREAN MODERNIZATION PROCESS
LEARNING OUTCOMES
1.
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4.
5.
Link modernization concepts with modern Korean history from the 19 th to the beginning of the 20
th century.
Analyze the transformation of Korean culture and society through societys thought processes and
lives.
Trace various aspects of Korean modernization through the preparation of report writing and
presentations.
Outline foreign influences and their impact on Korean modernization process.
Study the challenges faced by traditional culture with modern Korean culture in the modernization
process.

This course introduces students to the Korean political economic modernization processes and culture
starting from the 19 th to the 20th century. It will examine the history of foreign influences especially
from the west. Its impact and the result of modernization process on political intstitutions, the
economy, role of gender, culture and societys livelihood will also be examined. The focus will mostly be
on cultural modernization and the change in societys social structure.
MAIN REFERENCES
1.
2.
3.
Andrew C.Nahm.1996. A History of the Korean People, Tradition and Transformation. Seoul. Hollym.
Han Woo-keum.1970. The History of Korea. Seoul. The Eul-Yoo Publishing Company.
Takashi Hatada.1969. A History of Korea. California. ABC-Clio, Inc.
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KOREAS ECONOMY
LEARNING OUTCOMES
1.
2.
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Explain Korean economic development strategies and policies.

Analyze Korean economic growth from post World War Two to the present era.
Trace various aspects of Korean economic issues through the preparation of report writing and
presentations.
Measure the status of contemporary Korean economy.
Evaluate governments and the private sectors role in Korean economic growth.
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The main contents of the course include examination of the Korean struture and economic policies as
well as role of government in developing the Korean economy after World War Two till the present era.
Other economic issues that will be examined include the role of Chaebol, financial sector, businesses,
international economic relations and labour movements.
MAIN REFERENCES
1.
2.
3.
Cho Soon .1994. The Dynamics of Korean Economic Development. Washington. DC Institute for
International Economics.
Il-Sakong.1993. Korea in the World Economy. Washington, DC. Institute for International Economics.
Harvie, Charles. 2004. The Korean economy: the post-crisis policies, issues and prospects.
Cheltenham, UK. Edward Elgar Pub.
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ECONOMIC POLICY OF CHINA
LEARNING OUTCOMES
1.
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Explain key Chinese economic policies.

Analyze the impact of market reformation on rural areas in China since 1978.
Trace the various aspects of Chinese economic issues through the preparation of report writing and
presentations.
Outline contemporary economic issues and how these issues influence other states.
Study Chinese economic development plans from 1953 till now.

This course focuses on Chinese economic policies from 1949 till the present. It emphasizes the economic
model of 1949, economic development plans and policies of 1978 and thereafter. The course also
stresses the impact of Chinese policies on the international world as a result of China becoming a global
economic power.
MAIN REFERENCES
1.
Brugger, Bill and Stephen Reglar. 1994. "Politics, Economy and Society in Contemporary China,"
Houndmills, Basingstoke: Cypress.
2. Wang, James C.E. 2002. Contemporary Chinese Politics: An Introduction, 7th Ed., Prentice Hall.
3. Wong, John. 2002. China's Economy into the New Century: Structural Issues and Problems.
Singapore: University Press Singapore.
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ACADEMIC PROJECT I & II
LEARNING OUTCOMES
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Apply an appropriate research method.

Analyze critically and analytically.
Design a dissertation based on ones major specialization which is of high academic quality.
Showcase intellectual and academic abilities in producing a dissertation.

This course exposes students to the writing project after consultation with the Academic Supervisor
respectively. Students can study on specialized topics whether China, Japan or Korea and East Asia
region in general. Students will be supervised by a lecturer in the Department of the respective areas of
expertise. Academic Project Length set between 20.000 to 40.000 words.
MAIN REFERENCES
REFERENCES materials related to selected topics.
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PRACTICUM
LEARNING OUTCOMES
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4.
Apply concepts and theories acquired at the workplace.

Identify the structure and tasks of the organisation.
Display basic knowledge and interpersonal skills suitable to any working environment.
Write a report about the experience of undergoing training in the organisation.

The course exposes students to the practical working world before graduation. Students would also be
able to apply their know ledge of East Asia in real life at either Chinese, Japanese or korean companies.
MAIN REFERENCES
All the books listed by the Department of East Asian Studies and the materials provided in the
workplace.
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CHINESE LANGUAGE 5
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LEARNING OUTCOMES
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2.
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4.
5.
Modify sentence structures and type of conversations according to the appropriate context and
situation.
Interpret essays in moderately difficult Chinese language.
Adapt language skills designed for communication purposes.
Compose quite complicated essays using moderate level language skills.
Referring to Chinese language dictionaries to search for meanings and the usage of correct
grammar.

At this stage, students learn comprehensive language skills, which includes listening, speaking, reading
and writing at a moderately challenging level. At this level, essay writings, presentations, role playing
and translation exercises as well as activities that enhance confidence in using Chinese language are
stressed.
MAIN REFERENCES
1.
2.
3.
4.
Lin Shan. 1995. The Total Chinese Learning Kit. Singapore: Asiapac Books Pte. Ltd.
Peggy Wang. 100 Putonghua Situation - Practical Chinese Conversation. Hong Kong: The Commercial
Press Ltd.. 1995.
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JAPANESE LANGUAGE 5
LEARNING OUTCOMES
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Interpret moderately difficult Japanese language articles into Malay.

Modify sentence structures and type of conversation according to situations.
Design complicated essays using moderate level language skills.
Adapt all four language skills designed for communication purposes.
Solve grammatical problems using dictionaries, guide books as well as through discussions.

At this stage, students will learn all language skills acquired at a moderately difficult language level,
inclusive of sentence structures and the introduction of new kanji characters. Essay writings, translation
exercises as well as presentations are expected to enhance students confidence in using Japanese
language.
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MAIN REFERENCES
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__ (1998). Minna no Nihongo 2: Honsatsu (Main Textbooks) Tokyo: 3A Corporation.

__ (1998). Minna no Nihongo 2: Honyaku Bunp Kaisetsu (Translation & Notes grammatical). Tokyo:
3A Corporation.
Hirai, E. & S. Miwa. (2001). Minna no Nihongo 2: Kaite Oboeru Bunkei Renshucho (Sentence Pattern
Workbooks). Tokyo: 3A Corporation.
__ (1999). Minna no Nihongo 2: Hyojun Mondaishu (Basic Workbooks). Tokyo: 3A Corporation.
Nishiguchi, K. (Ed.) (2001). Minna no Nihongo Kanji 2 (Home Version). Tokyo: 3A Corporation.
Makino, A. et al (2001). Minna no Nihongo: Shokyuu de Yomeru Topikku 25 Vol. 2 (Reading
comprehension Texts). Tokyo: 3A Corporation.
Eight. Makino, A. et al (2005). Minna no Nihongo: Chokai Tasuku 25 Vol. 1 (Listening comprehension
Tasks). Tokyo: 3A Corporation.
Kadowaki, K. & K. Nishiuma 1999. Minna no Nihongo: Yes.
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KOREAN LANGUAGE 5
LEARNING OUTCOMES
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Modify sentence structure and type of discussion according to situations.

Adapt various language skills to communicate orally and in written form.
Design high level essays.
Altar various learnt sentence structures and adapt it in writing and oral forms.

At this middle level, students will learn various aspects of writing and speaking in Korean. Essay writings,
translation exercises as well as presentations are encouraged in order to upgrade language skills so that
students will be able to effectively communicate in Korean.
MAIN REFERENCES
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3.
<Text> Korea 3, Language Education Institute Seoul National University, Seoul, Korea, 2000/2003.
<Reading> Korea 4, Language Education Institute Seoul National University, Seoul, Korea,
2000/2005.
<Writing/Test Of Proficiency in Korean>
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CHINESE LANGUAGE 6
LEARNING OUTCOMES
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Write essays using sentences which are grammatical.

Differentiate usage of type and category of Chinese language.
Develop confidence in speaking to native Chinese speakers.
Identify and correct errors in sentences as well as correct ungrammatical sentences.
Combine single sentences into composite sentences using various conjunctions.

At this last stage, students will learn more language skills. Also, complicated and linguistically structured
sentences will be introduced. Students are expected to speak, write and read Chinese texts correctly
and comfortably as well as listen and communicate more effectively.
MAIN REFERENCES
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4.
Lin Shan. 1995. The Total Chinese Learning Kit. Singapore: Asiapac Books Pte. Ltd.
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JAPANESE LANGUAGE 6
LEARNING OUTCOMES
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Correctly write polite sentences.

Differentiate the use of polite Japanese according to hierarchy.
Develop confidence in Japanese language usage through communications with native speakers.
Link communication topics with appropriate language level.
Modify grammatical usage according to level of language.

At this end stage, students will be learning more skills. At this level, polite Japanese is introduced. More
complicated sentence structures are also taught. Students are also expected to be able to speak, write
and read confidently as well as communicate better.
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1. Toki, S. & M. Seki & H. Fumiya & K. Shin'uchi & Y. Tsuruo. (1995). Nihongo Chuukyuu J301.
2. - Kiso kara Chuukyuu e. Tokyo: 3A Corporation.
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KOREAN LANGUAGE 6
LEARNING OUTCOMES
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3.
Interpret the meanings and contents of Korean language essays correctly.

Design communication methods based on knowledge and skills acquired.
Solve various questions and problems when leaning Korean.

Students will substantially learn more formal and informal Korean. At this stage, more complicated
sentence structures are introduced to expand students knowledge. Students are expected to have the
ability and confidence to speak, write and read Korean in order to be able to effectively communicate.
MAIN REFERENCES
1. <Text> Korea 3, Language Education Institute Seoul National University, Seoul Korea, 2000/2003.
2. <Reading> Korea 4, Language Education Institute Seoul National University, Seoul, Korea,2000/2005.
3. <Writing/Test Of Proficiency in Korean>
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EAST ASIAN SOCIETY
LEARNING OUTCOMES
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Relate socio cultural characteristics of East Asian society.

Analyze socio cultural changes chronologically in East Asian society.
Trace various aspects of East Asian society through report writing and presentations.
Verify factors which have contributed to the changes in East Asian society.
Differentiate questions relating to social issues pertaining to East Asian society.

This is an introductory course on East Asian societies, particularly in China, Japan and Korea, within the
context of changes that have taken place and modernization processes. Some of the main themes
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include education development, westernization, economic dynamism, cultural revolution and rapid
political changes which have become ingrediants that have contributed towards changes and
modernization of these societies.
MAIN REFERENCES
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5.
Hendry, Joy. 2006. Understanding Japanese Society. London and New York: RoutledgeCurzon.
Eades. J.S., Gill, Tom, Befu, Harumi. 2005. Globalization and Social Change in Contemporary Japan.
Melbourne: Trans Pacific Press.
Befu, Harumi.Guichard-Anguis, Sylvie. 2003. Globalizing Japan: Ethnography of the Japanese
Presence in Asia, Europe and America. London and New York: RoutledgeCurzon.
Tu, Wei Ming. 1994. China in Transformation. Cambridge: Harvard University Press.
Man Gap, Lee. 1984. Sociology and Social Change in Korea. Seoul: Seoul Nation University Press,
1984.
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SECURITY ISSUES OF EAST ASIA
LEARNING OUTCOMES
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Analyze existing issues and conflicts in East Asia which have an impact on regional security.
Distinguish hyperpower interactions between the United States and its allies in relation to East
Asian security issues.
Trace the various questions and issues related to East Asian security.
Identify model treaties and United States security cooperation with its allies in East Asian.
Suggest a mechanism for conflict resolution which can be applied to decrease tensions relating to
existing security issues.

This course discusses security issues which were a result of economic dynamism and power rivalry
between East Asian nations. Some of these security issues include the nuclear problem, military
modernization and the existence of American military bases in East Asia. The continuing post Cold War
syndrome as well as the ideological complexity in the region greatly impacts on the regional security
agenda which desperately needs some sort of conflict resolution initiatives. The course also deals with
the various conflict resolution mechanisms applied through international and regional institutions,
based on a multilateral approach in order to sustain East Asian peace and security.
MAIN REFERENCES
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Emmott, Bill, 2008. Rivals: How the Power Struggle Between China, India and Japan Will Shape Our
Next Decade, London: Penguins Books.
Harrison, Selig S. (Ed.), 1996. Japan's Nuclear Future: The Plutonium Debate and East Asian Security.
Washington D. C.: Carnegie Endowment of International Peace.
Hoadley, Stephen & Ruland, Jurgen (eds.), 2006. Asian Security Reassessed, Singapore: ISEAS.
Harrison, Selig S., 2002. Korean Endgame: A Strategy for Reunification and U.S. Disengagement.
Princeton: Princeston University Press.
Samuels, Richard J., 2007. Securing Japan, London: Cornell University Press.
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THE DEVELOPMENT OF EAST ASIAN ECONOMY
LEARNING OUTCOMES
1.
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5.
Analyze the factors that contributed towards the East Asian economic development.
Differentiate the developments of rapid economic growth of the East Asian nations.
Trace various aspects of East Asian economic developments through the preparation of report
writing and power point presentations.
Display role of each East Asian nations economy in ensuring a sustainable economic growth.
Suggest an economic strategy to respond to regional economic competitiveness.

This course examines the problems faced by and economic achievements of East Asian nations. Through
this course, students will be exposed to economic policies of the region and the challenges facing these
East Asian nations in competing globally. The course will also discuss the threat as well as opportunities
facing Malaysia as a result of the rapid economic growth of East Asia.
MAIN REFERENCES
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Campos, J.E and Root L. Hilton. 2002. The Key To The Asian Miracle, The Brookings Institute,
Washington DC.
Burton, David, Wanda Tseng, and Kenneth Kang. 2006. "Asia's Winds of Change. Finance and
Development 43 (2) ". http://www.imf.org/esternal/pubs/ft/fandd/2006/06/burton.htm
Wang, Seok-Dong, and Lene Andersen. 2003. Regional Financial Cooperation in East Asia: The Chiang
Mai Initiative and Beyond. Bulletin on Asia-Pacific Perspective 2002/2003. United Nations Economic
and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific. Bangkok.
Amsden, Alice. 1989. Asia's Next Giant. Oxford University Press. New York.
Krum, Kathie and Homi Kharas. EDS. 2004. East Asia Integrates: A Trade Policy Agenda for Shared
Growth. World Bank. Washington D.C.
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ISLAM IN CHINA
LEARNING OUTCOMES
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Analyze the historic development, changes and the unique position of Islam in China.
Explain the contributions of Chinese Muslims towards the developments of astronomy and in the
medical field.
Trace the various aspects pertaining to Islam in China through the preparation of report writing and
presentations.
Outline the development of religious sects and Sufism, translations activities of religious texts and
the Al Quran as well as madrasah based education in China.
Investigate the policies of Chinese leadership of every dynasty towards the Hun nation and their
religion (Islam).

This course discusses the development, position and the uniqueness of Islam in China. It also reflects on
the Islamic contributions towards astronomy, the medical sector and madrasah education, the
development of sufism, translations of the Al Quran, the political movements of the Muslims as well as
discusses the Chinese leaderships policies, the clash of culture, arts and literature.
MAIN REFERENCES
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2.
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4.
5.
6.
Mi Shoujing, Translated by Jia You Min Chang. 2004. Islam in China. China Intercontinental Press.
Jean A. Berlie. 2004. Islam in China: Hui and Uyghurs Between Modernization and Sinicization. White
International Press, Lotus.
Aliya Ma-Lymn. Translated by Cheng Fang. 2007. Muslims in China. University of Indianapolis, USA.
The Huai Zhong and Yu Zhen GUI. 1995. Yishilan zhnggu Yu Wenhua (Islam and the Culture of
China), Ningxia Renmin Chuban She, Ningxia China.
Huibin Qin Yu Zhuan Jiao zhnggu Yishilan Dong Wenhua (Islam and Cultural Traditions of China),
Kexue zhnggu Shehui Chuban She, 1995.
Michale Dillon, 1999. China's Muslim Hui Community: Migraton, Settlement and Sects GURZON.
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THE DEVELOPMENT OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY IN JAPAN
LEARNING OUTCOMES
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Analyze factors that contributed towards the development of science and technology in Japan.
Distinguish Japans science and technology policies.
Trace various aspects of the development of science and technology in Japan through the
preparation of written report and presentations.
Follow the role of government and the private sector in the development of science and technology
in Japan.
Relate progress in science and technology with the development of Japans economy.

This course investigates the development of Japans science and technology from the modernization era
till now. Through this course, students will be exposed to explanations of Japans science and
technology related policies as well as the challenges Japan faces because of international
competitiveness. The negative and positive implications of such policies will also be discussed in the
course is positf and the negative impact of developments in Japanese science and technology.
MAIN REFERENCES
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2.
3.
Hayashi, Takeshi. 1990. The Japanese Experience in Technology: From Transfer to Self Reliance.
Tokyo: United University Press.
Moritani, Masanori. 1985. Technology of Japan. Kuala Lumpur: Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka
Campos, J.E and Root L. Hilton. 2002. The Key To The Asian Miracle. D.C Washington: The Brookings
Institute.
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INDUSTRY AND JAPANS INDUSTRIAL POLICY
LEARNING OUTCOMES
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Analyze Japans industrial policy was established.

Identify the importance of Japans industrial policy to the countrys economic progress.
Trace the various aspects related to Japans industrial policy through the preparation of report
writing and presentations.
State how Japanese industrial model can be applied to the regional and world economies.
Explain the role of government and the private sector in the creation of industrial policies.
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This course emphasizes the ties between industry and the creation of industrial policies in Japan before
and after World War Two. It discusses the development of particularly chosen industries till 1975. This is
followed by an examination of a few heavy industries and high technology related industries which
catapulted Japan into the sophisticated industrialised era. The course also discusses why and how these
main industries are facing economic changes internationally and equally investigates the main aspects of
the creation of Japans industrial policies.
MAIN REFERENCES
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5.
Abe, Etsuno and Fitzgerald, Robert (eds.). 1995. The Origins of Japanese Industrial Power. Frank
Cass.London.
Kinsley, E. Dean. 1991. Industrial Harmony in Modern Japan: The Invention of a Tradition. Routledge.
U.S.A.
Komiya, Ryataro. 1993. The Japanese Economy: Trade, Industry and Government. University of
Tokyo Press Japan.
Latham, A.J.H. and Kawatsu, Heita. 1994. Japanese Industrialization and the Asian Economy.
Routledge. U.S.A.
Naster, William R. 1991. Japanese Industrial Targetting: The Neomercantilist Past to Economic
Superpower. St. Martin's Press. Hong Kong
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JAPANS FOREIGN POLICY
LEARNING OUTCOMES
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Analyze concepts pertaining to Japans foreign policy.

Distinguish relevant actors as well as domestic institutions which decided Japanese foreign policies.
Trace various aspects regarding Japanese foreign policies through the preparation of report writing
and presentations.
Reproduce the theoretical framework of Japanese foreign policy.
Suggest critically the role of Japan in regional and international institutions.

This course looks at the evolution and the course of Japanese foreign policies followed since World War
Two till now. Explanation given will include the role of domestic institutions involved in the creation of
foreign policies as well as the deciding factors of foreign policies like that of wealth and economic
strength which helps Japan actively implement its policies. The main focus will be on Japanese foreign
policy towards the United States, Russia, European Union and the Asian states. This course explains the
policies and role of Japan in regional as well as international institutions including the United Nations,
APEC, G8, WTO and ASEAN+3.
MAIN REFERENCES
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4.
Drifte, Reinhard, 1998. Japan's Foreign Policy for the 21st Century: From Economic Power to What
Power?(2nd Edition). London: Macmillan Press.
Inoguchi, Takashi, 1993. Japan's Foreign Policy in an Era of Global Change. London: Pinter Publishers
Ltd.
Katzenstein, Peter J. And Takashi Shiraishi (eds.). 1997. Network Power: Japan and Asia. Itchaca:
Cornell University Press.
Pyle, Kenneth B. The Japanese Question: Power and Purpose in a New Era. Washington D. C.: The
AEI Press.
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ASEAN-JAPAN RELATIONS
LEARNING OUTCOMES
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Analyze concepts and cooperation mechanisms which exists between ASEAN member countries
and Japan.
Compare the role of Japanese MNCs in the investment sector of the ASEAN member countries.
Trace various aspects related to Japanese foreign policies through the preparation of report writing
and presentations.
Exhibit the existing multilateral cooperation between ASEAN and Japan in order to realize the
creation of an East Asian Community.
Suggest the significance of ASEAN Japan ties in the political, trade and socio cultural aspects.

This course discusses the evolution of ties between the ASEAN member countries with Japan since 1967
and evaluates the significance of Japan in the economic, political and social development of ASEAN
nations. Main topics that will be discussed include the 1973 informal ASEAN-Japan ties, 1977 Fukuda
Doctrine, Plaza Accord 1985, 1997 Asian Currency Crisis as well as ASEAN + 1 which brought about the
strengthening of economic and investment ties under the ASEAN +3 framework. Apart from that,
security and political issues will also be discussed. In the second section, the main focus will be on
Malaysia-Japan bilateral relations, from the perspective of trade and investments, politics and security as
well as socio cultural aspects.
MAIN REFERENCES
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Ong-Webb, Graham Gerard, 2007. Piracy, Maritime Terrorism and Securing the Malacca Straits,
Singapore: ISEAS.
Sudo, Sueo, 2002. The International Relations of Japan and Southeast Asia: Forging a New
Regionalism. London: Routledge.
Shinoda, Tomohito, 2007. Labor Koizumi: Japan's Kantei Approach to Foreign and Defense Affairs,
Seattle: University of Washington Press.
Sudo, Sueo, 2005, Evolution of ASEAN-Japan Relations, Singapore: ISEAS.
Yuzawa, Takeshi, 2007. Japan's Security Policy and the ASEAN Regional Forum, Oxon: Routledge.
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JAPANESE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
LEARNING OUTCOMES
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Analyze the history of Japanese management system and its influence towards current Japanese
management system.
Explain how Japanese management system strengthens Japanese organization.
Trace various aspects related to Japanese management system through the preparation of report
writing and presentations.
Reproduce ides of Japanese management which can be applied to organizations in Malaysia.
Suggest factors that have to be considered in creating a first rate management system.

This course looks at and evaluates the Japanese management system which is viewed as unique and
effective as well as different from western management systems. It explores the background and
history of Japanese culture which has influenced the management style, implementation, objectives,
motivation, preparedness as well as
research on the effectiveness in management itself. Not
forgetting, the course also explores the impact of interactions between humans and management style.
Students are expected to understand Japanese management through the above mentioned topics.
MAIN REFERENCES
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2.
3.
4.
5.
Chen, Min. 1995. Asian Management Systems. Routledge.

Fujimoto, Toyoharu. 1993. The Management Challenge: The Japanese Management System in an
International Challenge. McGraw-Hill Book Company.
Hayashi, Shuji. 1989. Culture and Management in Japan. University of Tokyo.
Mannari, Hiroshi. 1989. The Japanese Business Leader. University of Tokyo Press. Tokyo.
Reed, Steven R. 1993. Making Common Sense of Japan. University of Pittsburgh.
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ENVIRONMENT AND DISASTER MANAGEMENT IN JAPAN
LEARNING OUTCOMES
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Linking the events relation to geographic and natural disasters in Japan.

Analyze how the Japanese face of natural disasters and their effects on the stability of their
economy.
Merungkai various aspects of monitoring and Reserach pen to paper to prepare the report.
Assessing the role of government agencies on the development and economic recovery after
disasters occur.

The emphasis of this course is given to the situation during and after natural disasters occur. Issues and
management measures after the disaster, the efforts of monitoring and the role of government also
discussed.
MAIN REFERENCES
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2.
3.
4.
Kathryn Gow, Douglas Paton. 2008. The Phoenix of Natural disasters: Community Resilience. Nova
Science Publishers, Inc.
Christopher W. Hughes, 2004. Japan's Security Agenda: Military, Economic, and Environmental
Dimensions. Lynne Rienner Publishers.
Pradyumna Prasad Karan, 2004. Japan in the 21st Century: Environment, Economy, and Society.
Hiroshi Sasaki and Shuji Yamakawa, 2004, Natural Harzard in Japan. Nihon University.
ASSESSMENT METHODS
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ASEAN-KOREA RELATIONS
LEARNING OUTCOMES
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Analyze concepts and cooperation mechanisms between ASEAN and Korea.

Differentiate Korea foreign policy towards Southeast Asia nations.
Trace various aspects of ASEAN-Korea relations through the preparation of report writing and
presentations.
Follow current bilateral relations between Southeast Asian nations and Korea.
Study current issues which are related to international relations.

This course focusses on the evolution of Koreas relations with ASEAN within the context of political,
security, economic and cultural aspects. Important issues like that of Koreas foreign policies towards
Southeast Asian nations, its participation in ASEAN +3, ASEAN Regional Forum, East Asian Summit, the
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creation of an East Asian community and ASEAN-Korea FTA will also be discussed.
MAIN REFERENCES
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2.
3.
Daljit Singh, and Reza Y. Siregar. 1995. ASEAN and Korea: Emerging Issues in Trade and Investment
Relations. Singapore: Institute of South East Asian Studies.
Ho Khai Leong. 2007. ASEAN-Korea Relations: Security, Trade and Community Building. Singapore:
Institute of South East Asian Studies.
Journal-k s rules, like the ASEAN Economic Bulletin, Journal of Asian Studies, Journal of East Asian
Affairs, Korean and World Affairs, Annual Korea, and Korea Focus Korea Journal.
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KOREAN FOREIGN POLICY
LEARNING OUTCOMES
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2.
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Analyze Koreas international relations before and after the Cold War.
Identify current Korean diplomatic issues with current happenings in East Asia and the world.
Trace various aspects of Korean foreign policies through the preparation of report writing and
presentations.
Follow new developments in Korean foreign policy and how that foreign policies are carried out.
Describe questions regarding contemporary issues in Korean international relations.

This course introduces students to the main aspects of Korean diplomacy and politics. It focuses on
Koreas relations with four important actors who are involved in matters relating to Korea. They are the
United States of America, Japan, China and Russia. Koreas relationship with Southeast Asia is also
discussed, especially with Malaysia. This course follows an analytical approach through the use of
psychology, history, politics and the comparison of how foreign policies are created. Leadership,
institutional changes, structure of relations and outside factors which compliment each other in
understanding foreign policies are also discussed. Students have the opportunity to expand their
knowledge about this course through presentations and discussions.
MAIN REFERENCES
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2.
3.
4.
John H. Koo & Andrew C. Nahm. 2000. A Introduction to Korean Culture. Seoul: Hollym.
Korean National Commission for UNESCO. ed. 2002. Korean Politics: Striving for Democracy and
Unification, Anthology of Korean Studies, vol 2.
Korean National Commission for UNESCO. ed., 2002. Korean Anthropology: Contemporary Korean
Culture in Flux. Anthology of Korean Studies, vol 3.
2003. The Korean Overseas Information Service. Handbook of Korea. Seoul: Jung Moon Sa.
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ORGANIZATIONAL CULTURE OF KOREA
LEARNING OUTCOMES
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Identify between concepts and roles of organizational culture.

Trace the relations between organizational culture and the efficiencies of organized management.
Exhibit unique characteristics of Korean business organizational culture.
Generate critical thinking through preparation of assignments and presentations on topics
pertaining to Korean organizational culture.
Share knowledge of Korean organisational culture when dealing with Korean citizens.

Students will study the definition of organizational culture, compare western and oriental value systems,
Korean Confucianism, characteristics of Korean organizational culture, Chaebol management systems,
comparison of Korean organizational culture with other countries and local case studies about Korean
organizational culture.
MAIN REFERENCES
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2.
3.
4.
Eun Young Kim.1996. A cross-cultural REFERENCES of business practices in a new Korea. Westport,
Conn. Quorum Books.
Kreitner, R. and Kinichi.A 1995. Organizational Behaviour. Irwin.
Richard Saccone.1994. The Business of Korean Culture.Seoul.Hollym.
Wanki Paik.1990.Korean Administrative Culture. Seoul. Korea University Press.
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MALAYSIA-CHINA RELATIONS
LEARNING OUTCOMES
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2.
3.
Explain the history of Malaysia-China relations.

Analyze the cooperative mechanisms which exist between Malaysia and China.
Trace various aspects in regards to Malaysia-China relations through the preparation of reports and
presentations.
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5.
Trace strategies of Malaysia-China diplomatic relations through the preparation of assignments and
presentations.
Describe the significance of Malaysia-China relations politically, in trade and socio-cultural aspects.

This course discusses the development of Malaysia-China relations in the post World War Two period. It
also evaluates the significance of China in Malaysias economic, politics and social aspects. One of the
main topics of discussion will be on the many forms of Malaysia-China cooperation that exists currently.
MAIN REFERENCES
1.
Zhou, Weiming and Tang Lingling. 2002, "China and Malaysia Cultural Exchange History", Hainan
Publishing House.
2. Kong, Yuanzh. 2000. "Voyage of Zheng He and the Malay World", Publication of SMEs
3. Leo, Suryadinata. 2005. "Admiral Zheng He & Southeast Asia", published by Institute of Southeast
Asian Studies, Singapore.
4. Leo, Suryadinata. 1985. "China and the ASEAN States: The Ethnic Chinese Dimension, Singapore
University Press.
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SOCIAL AND ECONOMIC GEOGRAPHY OF JAPAN
LEARNING OUTCOMES
1.
2.
3.
4.
Linking relationship between the geographical, social economic development in Japan

Analyze how the Japanese built their economic success and stability.
Merungkai various aspects of the geographical, social and economic development by preparing
reports.
Assessing the role of government policy on the development of Japanese economy

The emphasis of this course is given to the relationship in terms of geography and economic
development for the role played by government, bureaucrats and business organizations in shaping the
economic development of Japan. Issues of depopulation, changes in local government and economic
policy in shaping the development of the Japanese economy is also discussed.
MAIN REFERENCES
1.
2.
3.
4.
Pradyumna Prasad Karan, 2004. Japan in the 21st Century: Environment, Economy, and Society.
David Flath, 1995. The Japanese Economy. Oxford University Press.
James Vestal, 1993, Industial Policy and Japanese Economic Development 1945-1990, New York:
Oxford University Press.
Komiya, Ryataro. 1993. The Japanese Economy: Trade, Industry and Government. University of
Tokyo Press. Japan.
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6.
7.
William M. Tsutsui 2009, A Companion to Japanese History, Wiley-Blackwell.

Abe, Etsuno and Fitzgerald, Robert (eds.). 1995. The Origins of Japanese Industrial Power. Frank
Cass. London.
Naster, William R. 1991. Japanese Industrial Targetting: The Neomercantilist Past to Economic
Superpower. St. Martin's Press. Hong Kong.
ASSESSMENT METHODS
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CHINA-RUSSIAN RELATIONS
LEARNING OUTCOMES
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Analyze existing concepts and cooperative mechanism between China and Russia.
Describe the evolution of China-Russia relations.
Trace the various aspects of China- Russia relations through the preparation of report writing and
presentations.
Investigate bilateral China-Russia cooperation strategies in realizing closer relations.
Menjelaskan the significance of China-Russia relations in political, trade and socio cultural aspects.

This course discusses the evolution of China-Russia relations from the inception of diplomatic relations
on 2 October 1949 till the present era. It also evaluates the significance of China to the Russian economy,
politics and social aspects. Main topics of discussion includes informal China - Russia relations before
diplomatic relations were established and post diplomatic endevours which strengthened cooperation
between both nations. Apart from that, comtemporary political and security issues between the two
nations will also be discussed.
MAIN REFERENCES
1.
2.
3.
Paine, S. C. M. 1996. "Imperial rivals: China, Russia, and their disputed Frontier." Publisher: M.E.
Sharpe.
Short, Philip. 1982. "The dragon and the bear: inside China and Russia today." Publisher: Hodder and
Stoughton.
Stoessinger, John George. 1971. "Nations in Darkness: China, Russia, and America." Publisher:
Random House.
Mancall, Mark. 1971. "Russia and China: their diplomatic relations to 1728." Publisher: Harvard
University Press.
ASSESSMENT METHODS
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AYEA3338
: 20%
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60%
EAST ASIAN POLITICAL ISSUES AFTER 1900
LEARNING OUTCOMES
1.
2.
3.
Infer how East Asian political conflicts can be solved.

Analyze East Asian political issues since 1900.
Trace various aspects of East political issues through the preparation of report writing and
presentations.
4. Outline organizations that formulate policies, political parties and conflicts that exist in East Asia
through research.
5. Distinguish how East Asian nations built political and economic successes despite facing difficult
periods but now have gained respect from their neighbours.
This course makes a general attempt to investigate political issues faced by East Asia since 1900. The
focus is on three main states Japan, South Korea and China. Emphasis is in explaining how these issues
developed, were solved and their impact domestically in particular as well as to the East Asian region in
general.
MAIN REFERENCES
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Asmadi Hassan, Md. Nasrudin Md.. End. 2007. Japan's 21st century: Issues and Challenges. Kuala
Md. Nasrudin Md. End. 2006. East Asia Era of Globalisation: Challenges and Future. Kuala Lumpur:
University of Malaya Press.
Md. Nasrudin Md. Akhir, Asmadi Hassan, 2008. Japan and East Asian Regionalism, Kuala Lumpur:
Department of East Asian Studies.
Warren Cohen. 2000. East Asia at the Center. New York: Colombia University Press.
LAN Marsh, Jean. 2000. Democracy, governance, and Economic Perfomance: East and Southeast
Asia. Tokyo: United Nations University Press.
Soong Hoom Kil, Chung-In Moon (EDI), 2004, Understanding Korean Politics: An Introduction Seoul:
Suny Series in Korean Studies.
ASSESSMENT METHODS
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JAPANESE ORGANIZATION CULTURE
LEARNING OUTCOMES
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1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Analyze Japanese organization culture which includes family system, administration and businesses.
Identify how Japanese organizational culture has produced a nation which is successful and
respected worldwide.
Trace various aspects of Japanese organizational culture through the preparation of written reports
and presentations.
Reproduce the function, role and responsibilities of each member of an organization.
Suggests as to how the Japanese have managed to retain their organizational characteristics
despite challenges emanating from globalization.

This course focuses on the Japanese organizational culture. It begins with a brief explanation of
Japanese organizational culture followed by the introduction of Japanese organizational related
terminologies. This is followed by detailed discussions of the terminologies as well as their application in
the Japanese organizational culture. Discussions will also include organization of families, business
management, companies and state administrations.
MAIN REFERENCES
1.
2.
3.
4.
Kumuzawa, M. 1996. "Portraits of the Japanese Workplace", Westview Press, USA.

Davies, Roger J and Osamu Ikeno. 2002. The Japanese Mind: Understanding Contemporary Culture.
Charles E Tuttle Co.
R.P Dore. 1971. Aspect of Social Change in Modern Japan. New Jersey: Princeton University Press.
Takie Sugiyama Lebra. 1992. Japanese patterns of behavior. Honolulu: University of Hawaii Press.
ASSESSMENT METHODS
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Final Examination
AYEA3341
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CONTEMPORARY POLITICS OF SOUTH KOREA
LEARNING OUTCOMES
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Analyze the South Korean democratization process.

Identify South Koreas contemporary political developments and changes.
Trace various aspects of contemporary Korean politics through the preparation of report writing
and presentations.
Reproduce South Koreas structure and political institutions.
Distinguish South Koreas democratization and political processes from other East Asian states.
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This course examines the changed South Korean structure and political institutions since the states
inception in 1948. South Korean leadership during every era is evaluated and analyzed. The focus of the
course is to examine South Koreas political democratization process and the result of citizens efforts in
fighting for a South Korean democracy. The course also compares modernization and political
democratization process between South Korea and other East Asian states.
MAIN REFERENCES
1.
2.
3.
4.
Brian Bridges. 2001. "Korea After the Crash - The politics of economic recovery" London and New
York: Routledge.
Kim, Hyung-A. 2004. Korea's Development under Park Chung Hee: Rapid industrialization, 1961-79,
Routledge Curzon.
Kim, Samuel, 2 003. "Korea's democratization." Cambridge University Press.
Soong Hoom Kil, Chung In Moon, 2001, "Understanding Korean Politics" State Univ of New York
Press.
ASSESSMENT METHODS
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Activity
Final Examination
AYEA3342
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: 5%
: 5%
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60%
CHINAS INTERNATIONAL TRADE AND INVESTMENTS
LEARNING OUTCOMES
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Analyze changes and trends in Chinas international trade.

Differentiate Chinas international trade policies.
Trace various aspects of Chinese international trade and investments through the preparation of
report writings and presentations.
Follow current issues and the prospects for Chinas international trade.
Suggest the impact of Chinas international trade on its neighbours, especially on Malaysia.

This course focuses on Chinas current international trade and investments. Emphasis is on the
development of Chinese imports and exports. By knowing the developments of its imports and exports,
students will gain knowlegde about overall Chinas commodity trading which includes domestic and
international imports and exports, especially its top ten partners which includes Malaysia as well.
Emphasis will be on important issues pertaining to Chinas international trade and investments. On the
last week, the future prospects of Chinas international trade will be discussed.
MAIN REFERENCES
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1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Ismail, Mohd Nazari and Aida Idris (2001), International Business Management, Prentice Hall.
Czinkota et al. (2002), International Business, Six ed. Harcourt College Publishers China Statistical
Yearbook (various years), China Statistics Press, National Bureau of Statistics of China.
2004-2007: ICS Working Paper Series: On Malaysia, ASEAN and China Trade. Kuala Lumpur: Institute
of Chinese Studies.
Internet sources: Ministry of Commerce of the People's Republic of China, Brief Statistics on China's
Imports and Exports (http://english.mofcom.gov.cn/column/statisticsie.shtml).
Ministry of Commerce of the People's Republic of China, Counselor's Report
http://english.mofcom.gov.cn/counselorsreport/counselorsreport.html
ASSESSMENT METHODS
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DEPARTMENT OF EAST ASIAN STUDIES

Introduction to East Asian Studies

Language Courses (Choose 1)

East Asian Political Economy (3)

Language Courses (Choose 1)

Chinese Language 1 (4)

Chinese Language 2 (4)

(Requirement : A Pass in preferred language in Semester

(Requirement : A Pass in preferred language in

Research Method (3)

Administrative System and

Territorial Disputes in The East

Nation Building in Japan (3)

Korean Culture and Society (3)

Political Economy of Korea (3)

Chinese Language 4 (4)

East Asian International Relations

Chinese Culture and Society (3)

Politics and Economy China (3)

DEPARTMENT OF EAST ASIAN STUDIES

(Requirement : Pass in preferred language in Semester II,

(Requirement : Pass in preferred language in Semester

Chinese Language 5 (4)

Security Issues of East Asia (3)

The Development of Science and

ASEAN-Korea Relations (3)

SHORT SEMESTER (YEAR THREE)

East Asian Society (3)

Industry and Japans Industrial

Chinese Language 6 (4)

Japans Foreing Policy (3)

Islam in China (3)

DEPARTMENT OF EAST ASIAN STUDIES

Korean Foreign Policy (3)

Malaysia-China Relations (3)

DEPARTMENT OF EAST ASIAN STUDIES

Majoring (73 credit)

Japan/ Korea/ China Program

Minoring (33 credit)

Choose any courses offered in each semester EXCEPT for Language

DEPARTMENT OF EAST ASIAN STUDIES

Acquire comprehensive knowledge through an interdisciplinary approach to East Asian Studies

INTRODUCTION TO EAST ASIAN STUDIES

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Albert M.Craig. 2001. The Heritage of Chinese Civilization.Harvard University.Pretince-Hall.

Han Woo-keum.1970. The History of Korea. Seoul. Eul-Yoo Publishing Company.

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Write Japanese characters.

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After completion of the course, students are able to:

Be able to write Chinese characters.

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Rewrite the meanings of kanji learnt.

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1998. Minna No Nihongo 1. Tokyo: 3A Network.

Comprehend the contents of exercises through reading, writing and discussions.

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Adapt a research question based on specific readings and discussions.

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Show language skills based on written questions and oral presentations.

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Apply language skills based on written questions and oral presentations.

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