ASIAN 209

Transnational Asia: Korea and Neighbours

Description

Critically engages the current debates surrounding the concept and movement of “transnational Asia” and the possibility of reconciliation among China, Japan and the two Koreas. Examines the historical, cultural and ideological sources and recent development of this new form of regionalism, in addition to such challenges as Chinese hegemony and competing nationalism in the region.

Assessment

Coursework only

For full course information see the Digital Course Outline.

Digital Course Outlines for 2025 will be refreshed around November/December. 

Availability 2025

Summer School

Lecturer(s)

Coordinator(s) Dr Changzoo Song

Reading/Texts

Readings will be available through CANVAS/Talis.

Assessment

Coursework only

Points

ASIAN 209: 15 points

Prerequisites

ASIAN 100 or KOREAN 120 and 45 points at Stage I in BA

Restrictions

ASIAN 309, 753