HIST 5337 - Modern Asia

3 hour(s)

Survey of Indian, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, and Vietnamese civilizations; includes Pakistan and Indonesia, with the world’s largest Muslim population; focus on Asian changes after contact with West in the 19th century; examines Asia’s growing importance in world trade/politics. Incorporates interactive digital resources on modern China and public history venues on Japan, Korea and India.
Grading Basis: Letter Grade
Is this course repeatable for credit? No
Prerequisite: Advanced standing or instructor approval.
Offered: Fall of Even Years.