University of California, Los Angeles College of Letters and Science 29 courses
The Asian Languages minor is designed to recognize a serious commitment to the study of Asian languages. It is especially suited for students who wish to augment their major program in the College of Letters and Science with mastery of an Asian language. The lower-division survey course in civilization or religious tradition provides students with an essential introduction to the diverse cultural heritages of Asia. In the upper-division languages courses, students gain advanced skills in speaking, aural comprehension, reading, and writing an Asian language.
The Minor: Required Lower-Division Courses (10 units)
Complete two courses as follows:
The Minor: Required Lower-Division Courses (10 units): Intermediate Sequence of Asian Language
Select one intermediate sequence in an Asian language offered by the department (e.g., courses listed or equivalent):
The Minor: Required Lower-Division Courses (10 units): Asian 30, Civilization, Introduction to Religions, or Culture
Select Asian 30 or one civilization, introduction to religions, or culture course within the department:
The Minor: Required Lower-Division Courses (10 units): Asian 30, Civilization, Introduction to Religions, or Culture: Asian 30
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ASIAN 30 | Languages and Cultures of Asia | 5 |
The Minor: Required Lower-Division Courses (10 units): Asian 30, Civilization, Introduction to Religions, or Culture: Civilization
E.g., courses listed here.
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CHIN 50 | Chinese Civilization | 5 |
| JAPAN 50 | Japanese Civilization | 5 |
| JAPAN 70 | Images of Japan: Literature and Film | 5 |
| KOREA 50 | History of Korean Civilization | 5 |
The Minor: Required Lower-Division Courses (10 units): Asian 30, Civilization, Introduction to Religions, or Culture: Introduction to Religions
E.g., courses listed here.
The Minor: Required Lower-Division Courses (10 units): Asian 30, Civilization, Introduction to Religions, or Culture: Culture
E.g., courses listed here.
The Minor: Required Upper-Division Courses (20 units)
Complete five courses as follows: three language courses in one Asian language offered by the department and two electives within the department.
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