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Introduction to China and Japan

INTSTDS 2050: Introduction to China and Japan

Multidisciplinary survey of contemporary Asian civilizations: their geographical and racial backgrounds, historical and cultural heritages, social organizations, economic and political problems and international relations.
Prereq: Not open to students with credit for 235. GE soc sci orgs and polities and diversity global studies course.
Credit Hours
3.0

This course provides an introduction to the historical and social development of China and Japan.  The primary focus of the course is to demonstrate the contemporary similarities and differences between the two countries in regard to geography/ecology, social structure, religious beliefs, politics, and economics. This course will provide adequate preparations for students interested in pursuing other course work in the culture area of East Asia.

Prerequisites: None. GEC-R AND GE Social Science & International Issues course.

Semester(s) Offered:

Autumn
Spring