ASIAN 309

Transnational Asia: Korea and Neighbours

Description

Aims to critically engage 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, as well as 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)

Lecturer(s) Dr Changzoo Song

Reading/Texts

Readings will be available through CANVAS/Talis.

Assessment

Coursework only

Points

ASIAN 309: 15 points

Prerequisites

ASIAN 100 or KOREAN 120 and 30 points at Stage II in BA

Restrictions

ASIAN 209, 753