Embark on a transformative academic journey with the Bachelor of Arts, Major in Asian Studies at Kwantlen Polytechnic University. This interdisciplinary program is designed for students eager to understand the complex histories, diverse cultures, and dynamic societies of East and South Asia, regions of growing global significance. You will develop critical analytical skills and a deep appreciation for intercultural communication, preparing you to engage thoughtfully with local and international communities. This undergraduate degree provides a robust foundation for careers that require a nuanced understanding of Asian contexts and global interconnectedness.
Over four years of full-time, on-campus study, you will explore topics ranging from East Asian history and contemporary Japanese society to the geography of South Asia and comparative politics. The curriculum emphasizes rigorous academic inquiry, including language acquisition in Mandarin, Japanese, or Punjabi, and culminates in a capstone course, ASIA 4350, focusing on Asian Communities in Canada. You will graduate with a Bachelor of Arts, equipped with valuable research, communication, and cross-cultural competencies, ready for diverse professional pathways in international relations, cultural exchange, public service, and beyond.