Asian Studies, BA, Two-Year Plan
Transfer plan for the Bachelor of Arts in Asian Studies
Sample Plan for New Students
The example below assumes that you enter Seattle University with junior standing (90 credits), have earned a transferable associate degree, and have
successfully completed an equivalent to the following:
| Seattle University Course Number and Title | Washington State Community College Common Course Number |
|---|---|
| Chinese or Japanese 1150, 1250, and 1350 | CHIN or JAPN 121, 122 and 123 or demonstrated proficiency |
| HIST 1210 Constructing Past and Present II | HIST 128 |
For more information, visit the Transfer Equivalency Guide. Some courses not listed on the Transfer Equivalency Guide may still transfer to SU. For courses not
found on this tool, compare course descriptions with SU’s course catalog to determine equivalent courses at your college/university:
http://catalog.seattleu.edu/ .
Degree Requirements
- Total Credits Required for Degree: 180
- Credits in Core: 60
- Credits in College: 20
o HIST 1200, 1210 or 2310
o Modern Language 1150, 1250, 1350 or demonstrated
proficiency - Credits in Major: 60
- Minimum Cumulative GPA: 2.0
- Minimum Major GPA: 2.0
Resources for Success
- Use MySeattleU to plan courses.
- Meet with a Career Advisor from the Career Engagement Office.
- Access academic support through Learning Assistance Programs.
- Visit Advising Services for additional guidance.
Two-Year Plan for Students with Junior Standing
| Course | Fall | Winter | Spring |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course 1 | UCOR Module II* (5) | UCOR Module II* (5) | UCOR Module II* (5) |
| Course 2 | AIST 2000 Intro to Asian Studies (5) |
AIST Elective Area II (5) | AIST Elective Area II (5) |
| Course 3 | CHIN/JPAN 2150 Language IV* (5) | CHIN/JPAN 2250 Language V* (5) | CHIN/JPAN 2350 Language VI* (5) |
Year 1 Steps for Success
- Meet with your academic advisor quarterly for registration approval.
- Meet with Career Engagement Office
- Submit Course Plan for approval via MySeattleU
| Course | Fall | Winter | Spring |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course 1 | UCOR Module III* (5) | AIST 4900 Senior Capstone in Asian Studies (5) |
AIST Elective Area III (5) |
| Course 2 | AIST Elective Area III (5) | AIST Elective Area III (5) | AIST Elective Area III (5) |
| Course 3 | AIST Elective Area III (5) | General Elective (5) | General Elective (5) |
Year 2 Steps for Success
- Meet with Advisor for Senior Graduation Check
- Apply for Graduation
- Continue Post Graduation Planning
University Core Requirements
Satisfied in Major: Module I
- UCOR 1100 Academic Writing Seminar
- UCOR 1200 Quantitative Thinking
- UCOR 1300 Creative Expression & Interpretation
- UCOR 1400 Inquiry Seminar in the Humanities
- UCOR 1600 Inquiry Seminar in the Social Sciences
- UCOR 1800 Inquiry Seminar in the Natural Sciences
Module II:
- UCOR 2100 Theological Explorations
- UCOR 2500 Philosophy of the Human Person
- UCOR 2900 Ethical Reasoning
Module III:
- Satisfied in Major: UCOR 3100 Religion in a Global Context
- UCOR 3400 Humanities and Global Challenges OR
- UCOR 3800 Natural Sciences and Global Challenges
Curriculum Notes
- No more than 15 credits from this major will count toward any minor.
- 10 credits of Modern Themes of Asian Studies electives in Area II, options include AIST 3250/ANTH 3320, AIST/PLSC 4650, ECON 3750, PSYC 4830, and approved special topics.
- 30 credits of department-approved electives in Area III from at least three disciplines, including AIST 4900 and select courses from ANTH, ENGL, HIST, PHIL, PLSC, THRS, and approved special topics.
- Cross-listed courses with University Core may not double-count with Core requirements.