Major in Language and Culture - for students who first enroll in IU Fall 2008 or later

Purpose 
The major in language and culture emphasizes language training through the third-year level in one of the East Asian languages (Chinese, Japanese, or Korean). In addition to language study, EALC majors take courses on the society's culture, including in-depth study in one of two subject areas, according to the student's primary interest: History/Literature/Culture or Politics/Social Science/Business. (It is also possible to design an individualized subject area in accordance with a student's special interests or goals, depending on course availability, in consultation with the departmental advisor.) This major is intended for students who wish to develop a solid foundation of language skills and knowledge in one of the three culture areas or to prepare for graduate studies.

Requirements
For Chinese and Japanese concentrations a minimum of 31 credit hours, and for Korean concentration a minimum of 29 credit hours in department-approved courses, including:

• Three years of Chinese, Japanese, or Korean language (or the equivalent). First-year language courses (i.e., C101/C102, J101/J102, K101/K102) are not credited towards the major.

• At least five culture courses (15 credit hours) above the 100 level. One of these must be E200.  Three of these must be at the 300-400 level, chosen from a single major Subject Area, either the History/Literature/Culture or the Politics/Social Science/Business Subject Area. Though it does not count toward the subject area requirement, one semester of fourth-year language may be counted as a required culture course. For courses by Subject Area, see the Subject Area Course List below.

Students must complete the degree requirements of the College of Arts and Sciences. Students should also read "Placement/Proficiency Examinations" in this departmental section.

Major in East Asian Studies - for students who first enroll in IU Fall 2008 or later

Purpose 
The major in East Asian Studies includes two years of language training in one of the three East Asian languages (Chinese, Japanese, or Korean), in addition to course work in aspects of East Asian society and culture. It has been designed as a flexible program for students who want basic language training as well as the opportunity to study a variety of topics and approaches to the culture and history of East Asian countries. This major is suitable for students pursuing careers in business, international relations, cultural exchanges, and other occupations with a focus on East Asia.

Requirements
A minimum of 26 credit hours in department-approved courses, including:

• Two years of Chinese, Japanese, or Korean (or the equivalent). First-year language courses (i.e., C101/C102, J101/J102, K101/K102) are not credited towards the major.  

• At least six culture courses (18 credit hours) above the 100 level.  One of these must be E200.   Culture courses must include least two culture areas (China, Japan, Korea). Three of the culture courses must be at the 300-400 level, selected from the Subject Area courses listed below.

Students must complete the degree requirements of the College of Arts and Sciences. Students should also read "Placement/Proficiency Examinations" in this departmental section.

Major in Language and Culture - for students who enrolled in IU prior to Fall 2008

Purpose
The major in language and culture emphasizes language training through the third-year level in one of the East Asian languages (Chinese, Japanese, or Korean). In addition to language study, EALC majors take courses on the society's culture, including in-depth study in one of three subject areas, according to the student's primary interest: Literature and Linguistics; Thought, Religion, and Art; or History and Society. (It is also possible to design an individualized subject area in accordance with a student's special interests or goals, depending on course availability, in consultation with the departmental advisor.) This major is intended for students who wish to develop a solid foundation of language skills and knowledge in one of the three culture areas or to prepare for graduate studies.

Requirements
A minimum of 25 credit hours in department-approved courses, including:

• Three years of Chinese, Japanese, or Korean language (or the equivalent). The first semester of a first-year language course (i.e., C101, J101, K101) is not credited towards the major. For information on placement and proficiency examinations, click here. [link to Language section portion on the exams]
• At least three culture courses (9 credit hours) above the 100 level. Two of these must be at the 300-400 level, chosen from one of three subject areas: Literature and Linguistics; Thought, Religion, and Art; or History and Society. Preferably, these two courses will be on the same East Asian society as the student's language course work. One semester of fourth-year language course work may substitute for the third required culture course. For courses by subject area, see the list below.

Students must also complete the general degree requirements of the College of Arts and Sciences.

Major in East Asian Studies - for students who enrolled in IU prior to Fall 2008

Purpose
The major in East Asian Studies includes two years of language training in one of the three East Asian languages (Chinese, Japanese, or Korean), in addition to course work in aspects of East Asian society and culture. It has been designed as a flexible program for students who want basic language training as well as the opportunity to study a variety of topics and approaches to the culture and history of East Asian countries. This major is suitable for students pursuing careers in business, international relations, cultural exchanges, and other occupations with a focus on East Asia.

Requirements
A minimum of 25 credit hours in department-approved courses, including:

• Two years of Chinese, Japanese, or Korean (or the equivalent). The first semester of a first-year language course (i.e., C101, J101, or K101) is not credited towards the major. For information on placement and proficiency examinations, click here. [link to Language section portion on the exams]
• At least five culture courses (15 credit hours) above the 100 level, including course work on at least two culture areas (China, Japan, Korea). Three of the culture courses must be at the 300-400 level, selected from among the subject areas listed below.

Students must complete the degree requirements of the College of Arts and Sciences.

Double Major

Purpose
Each of the majors described above may be pursued in combination with a major in another department. Students whose broader interests include preparation for such careers as business, law, or telecommunications, and who desire some background in East Asian cultures, may consider a program leading to the double major degree given by the College of Arts and Sciences.

Requirements
Course requirements are the same for the double major as for the single major leading to the standard B.A. degree. A double major within the department is not permitted.

Minor in East Asian Languages

Students must complete the third year of Chinese, Japanese, or Korean language. At least 6 credit hours must be completed in this department; the remaining credit hours may be earned either through taking course work or by meeting the requirements for special credit.

Minor in East Asian Studies

Students must complete 15 credit hours from courses taught in the department or cross-listed under East Asian Studies (below), excluding language courses and courses at the 100 level. At least 6 credit hours taken toward the minor must be at the 300 level or above.

Program for Teacher Certification

A program for secondary teacher certification in modern East Asian languages is jointly administered by the Department of East Asian Languages and Cultures and the School of Education. For information and advising, candidates should contact Dr. David W. Kinman, Education 4135, (812) 856-8501.

EALC Major Subject Area Course List 

Course lists for History/Literature/Culture and Politics/Social Science/Business Subject Area

I:  History/Literature/Culture Subject Area

E300 Studies in East Asian Literature
E301 Chinese Language and Culture
E303 Korean Folk and Elite Cultures
E321 Traditional Japanese Literature
E322 Modern Japanese Literature
E331 Traditional Chinese Literature
E332 Chinese Literature since 1300
E333 Studies in Chinese Cinema
E351 Studies in East Asian Thought
E352Studies in East Asian History
E371 Twentieth-Century Chinese Literature
E372 Japanese Fiction and Culture
E374 Early Chinese Philosophy
E384 East Asian Nationalism and Cultural Identity
E385 Asian American: Cultural Conflict and Identity
E473 History of Japanese Theatre and Drama 

cross-listed courses: 

CMLT C365 Japanese-Western Literary Relations
CMLT C375 Chinese-Western Literary Relations
THTR T468  NonWestern Theater and Drama
FINA A360  Topics in East Asian Art
FINA A464  Early Chinese Art and Archaeology
FINA A466  Early Chinese Painting
FINA A467 Later Chinese Painting
FOLK F305 Asian Folklore/Folklife/Folk Music
HIST G357  Premodern Japan
HIST G358  Early Modern Japan
HIST G369  Modern Japan
HIST G372  Modern Korea
HIST G382  China: The Age of Glory
HIST G383  Chin: The Later Empires
HIST G385  Modern China
HIST G387  Contemporary China
REL R350 East Asian Buddhism
REL R357 Religions in Japan
REL R369 The Taoist Tradition
REL R450 Topics in the Buddhist Tradition
REL R452 Topics in East Asian Religions
REL R469 Topics in Taoism and Chinese Religion 

II: Politics/Social Science/Business Subject Area

E302 Geographic Patterns in China
E316 Computer Enhanced Language Learning
E350 Studies in East Asian Society
E354 Society and Education in Japan
E384 East Asian Nationalism and Cultural Identity
E385 Asian American: Cultural Conflict and Identity
E386 United State-East Asian Relations
E390 Contemporary Chinese Politics
E392 Chinese Foreign Policy
E392 China’s Political Economy
E394 Business and Public Policy in Japan
E395 Japan in World Trade and Politics

cross-listed courses

HIST G357  Premodern Japan
HIST G358  Early Modern Japan
HIST G369  Modern Japan
HIST G372  Modern Korea
HIST G382  China: The Age of Glory
HIST G383  Chin: The Later Empires
HIST G385  Modern China
HIST G387  Contemporary China
POLS Y333 Chinese Politics
POLS Y334 Japanese Politics 

Special Courses designated to either track depending on subject matter

E495
E496
E497
E498
H399
H499