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2018-2019 College Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Asian Studies Pre-Major, AA-DTA Planning Guide
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Where does my path start?
You will complete an Associate of Arts - Direct Transfer Agreement (AA-DTA) at Shoreline.
Use the AA -DTA Degree Planning Guide, with this sheet, to understand the requirements for graduation.
Once you complete your Shoreline degree, you can transfer to a four-year school to earn a baccalaureate degree in Asian Studies.
Asian Studies is also an excellent program for graduate work in Comparative Cultures, International Relations, Public Policy, Political Science, Social Sciences, Education, Linguistics, Law and Medicine.
Where can I go for help?
Asian Studies Faculty Advisors
Mayumi Steinmetz
206-546-5887 msteinme@shoreline.edu Rm 5372
Keith Takechi
206-546-5809 ktakechi@shoreline.edu Rm 2051
Neal Vasishth
206-546-4736 nvasisht@shoreline.edu Rm 5344
General Academic Advising
FOSS (5000) Building, Rm. 5229
206-546-4559
advising@shoreline.edu
www.shoreline.edu/advising
Career Planning
www.shoreline.edu/job-career-services/
International Student Academic Advising
9000 Building, Rm. 9302
206-546-4697
ieadvisors@shoreline.edu
www.shoreline.edu/international/advising/
Where can I transfer and what does my chosen four-year school require?
Before choosing classes, become familiar with the four-year program where you want to apply: visit the website, email the department, and/or speak with a Shoreline advisor. Below are examples from Washington schools with different admissions and graduation requirements. Check with the school for world language requirements. (Non-native speakers of English are often exempt from this requirement.)
What courses should I take?
This unofficial guide is intended to support you as you prepare for your major. Please consult with an advisor and your chosen four-year school(s), as program and admissions requirements vary and may change without notice.
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General Education Requirements - 20 Credits
Communication (10 Credits)
Quantitative/Symbolic Reasoning (5 Credits)
Choose one of the following classes. (MATH& 107 , MATH& 146 , or PHIL& 120 recommended.)
MATH& 107 , MATH 111 , MATH& 141 , MATH& 142 , MATH& 146 , MATH& 148 , MATH& 151 , MATH& 152 , MATH& 163 , MATH 207 , MATH 208 , MATH 211 , MATH& 264 , PHIL& 120
* Students planning to transfer to the University of Washington must consult Math Advising, mathadvising@shoreline.edu.
Distribution Requirements - 45 Credits
Humanities (15 Credits)
Select from at least two different disciplines (e.g., Art and Drama) in Humanities . Maximum of 5 credits allowed in Performance/Skills courses. No more than 5 credits in a world language at the 100 level. Recommended: ARTH 204 , ARTH 210 , ENGL 154 , HUM 140 , PHIL 210
Natural Sciences (15 Credits)
Select from at least two different disciplines (e.g.Biology and Physics) in Natural Sciences . At least 10 credits required in Physical, Earth, and/or Biological Sciences, including at least 5 credits of lab science. Maximum 5 credits from Other Science courses. Recommended: ENVS& 101 , GEOG 204 , MATH& 146 , OCEA& 101
What is Asian studies?
Asian Studies provides an interdisciplinary approach to understanding the complexities and diversity of Asia and Asian societies. Through courses such as Asian languages, literature, history, Asian arts, eastern philosophy, geography, economics, sociology and political science, students develop a deep understanding and knowledge of Asian civilization.
Contemporary issues in Asian Studies: Asian Languages and Culture, Asian Arts and Literature, Modern China and Japan, History of China, Japan and Southeast Asia, Political Systems, Foreign Policy and Asian Religions.
What can I do with a Bachelor’s Degree in Asian Studies?
Asian Studies is an excellent course of study to prepare future leaders for work with an area of the world that has become increasingly important in global affairs. Asian Studies majors become teachers and professors, researchers, diplomats, counselors, administrators, advocates, curators, publicists, and business leaders.
Potential employers include: Local, State and Federal and Government Agencies, Foreign Service, Public and Private Schools, Hospitals and Health Care Facilities, Law Firms, Community and Social Service Organizations, Public Advocacy Groups, Non-Profit Organizations, Foundations, Historical Societies, Asia Society, Museums, Libraries, Colleges and Universities, Business and Industry. For more, please visit http://www.shoreline.edu/counseling-center/career-counseling.aspx.
Shoreline Community College
16101 Greenwood Ave N
Shoreline, WA 98133-5696
(206) 546-4101
www.shoreline.edu
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