Asian Religions majors choose their main language concentration in Chinese, Japanese, Korean, South Asian, or Southeast Asian languages, while simultaneously acquiring broad cultural competence by taking courses in religion from at least four countries or areas across Asia. This provides them with a combination of strong language skills and the ability to analyze and interpret multiple religious traditions in a part of the world where religion still matters enormously in many facets of life. Students who complete this major have the linguistic and cultural competence to work in various fields related to Asia, including business, finance, trade, journalism, diplomacy, cultural institutions and non-profit organizations, education, and academia.
 

Mga Resulta ng Pagkatuto

1. Appreciation of the central place of religion in Asian cultures, with a focus on the chosen region of expertise and tradition of focus

2. Understanding of the crucial role of language and written documents in the development of religious beliefs and practices

3. Clear and effective writing on topics in the field, in a way that is sensitive to the complex dynamics and transformations of religion across Asian cultural boundaries

4. Formulation of research projects using primary and secondary source materials, making effective and critical use of primary and secondary source materials

5. Demonstrated working knowledge of one Asian language at an intermediate level

6. Demonstrated basic exposure to the Buddhist argot of one Asian language