East Asian Studies Abroad
Picture entering an ornate temple in Taiwan and listening to its whispers of antique tales. Imagine attending Songkran, a water festival in the middle of the hottest month of the summer, and being a part of a country-wide celebration. Visualize yourself sitting front row at a Japanese theater witnessing a powerful and colorful Kabuki performance. Studying abroad gives you the ability to experience all of the above.
Japan
PROGRAM SUGGESTIONS
The programs highlighted on this page are a good fit for students studying East Asian Studies.
FACULTY-LED PROGRAMS
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Location |
Program, Host Institution, or University Name |
Program Type |
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Available Courses |
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Japan |
Faculty Led |
Students will register for a total of 6 credits |
EAS 333: Japanese Theatre (3 credits) AND JPN 285: Japanese Language in Practice (3 credits) Honors students: HNR 300, HNR 401, or HNR 499 |
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Vietnam |
Faculty Led |
Classes are asynchronous prior to departure |
HST 380: The Vietnam War in Vietnam (3 credits) AND EAS 333: Vietnam: History, Culture, and Society (3 credits) Honors students: HNR 300, HNR 401,or HNR 499 |
SEMESTER AND ACADEMIC YEAR PROGRAMS
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Location |
Program, Host Institution, or University Name |
Program Type |
Notes |
Courses |
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China |
Exchange |
Limited selection of courses taught in English, focusing on Chinese culture and society through the Global Curriculum Program |
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China |
Exchange |
ESSCA uses the European Credit Transfer System (ECTS). 2 ECTS credits is equivalent to 1 US credit. |
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Indonesia |
Provider |
Mandatory orientation and excursions integrated into learning |
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Japan |
Exchange |
Plan to study abroad after completing EAS 101 & EAS 201 prerequisites |
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Japan |
Exchange |
Courses at APS are delivered in both English and Japanese . |
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Singapore |
Provider |
Courses are typically small (under 30 students), ideal for close academic engagement . |
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South Korea |
Exchange |
Free Korean Clinic for Personalized Language Help |
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Taiwan |
Exchange |
No prior Mandarin is required to enroll in English-based classes. |
SUMMER PROGRAMS
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Location |
Program, Host Institution, or University Name |
Program Type |
Notes |
Courses |
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China |
Provider |
Trips to iconic sites like Mount Qingcheng (Daoism’s birthplace), Dujiangyan irrigation system, and Leshan Giant Buddha |
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Japan |
Provider |
Can complete up to 1.5 years of Chinese language coursework in a single semester. |
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South Korea |
Provider |
Exposure to Regional Politics and Economy through electives and guest lectures |
EXPLORE OTHER PROGRAM OPTIONS
There are other program options available. Schedule a study abroad advising appointment to learn more or browse our other program options:
INTERNSHIPS
Gain real-world experience globally and build your international network by participating in East Asian Studies internship abroad.
ACADEMIC ADVICE
FIRST YEAR AND SOPHOMORE STUDENTS
- The earliest you can go abroad is the summer of your first year.
- Students may fulfill General Education Foundation and Issues requirements abroad.
- Students taking at least 3 credits abroad will fulfill their Global Perspectives requirement.
GENERAL ADVICE
- Students may take courses that satisfy some requirements in their East Asian Studies major or the General Education program. Be sure to begin planning at least six months in advance.
- Students should make sure they will have met prerequisites such as language and other foundation courses before they go abroad; it is important that students have prepared themselves adequately in the language of the country they will be visiting to maximize their study abroad learning experience.
- Many study abroad programs offer a wide selection of courses, including East Asian Studies for your minor and History courses.
To determine the GVSU Course Equivalencies for courses taken abroad, please visit our Course Approval page.
Once you have selected a program, schedule a meeting with your academic advisor to discuss your plans.
For more information email the Department Contact.
SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
The William & Amy Crawley Japanese Scholarship
Apply for these scholarships: myScholarships
Explore more scholarship opportunities through our Scholarship Page.
DEPARTMENT CONTACT
Meghan Cai
[email protected]
(616) 331-2870
