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Introduces main themes, intellectual approaches used in Asian Studies through a transdisciplinary perspective that focuses on interactions and links between geographic regions and national boundaries. Presents Asia as a concept, a powerful imaginary geography, and historically dynamic construct that has shaped / been shaped by global patterns of economic development, nation building, war and diplomacy, colonialism and aspirations for better lives.

Tibetan and Indonesian are available through the Center for Asian Studies.

Japanese, Chinese, Korean, Arabic, Hindi/Urdu are found in the Asian Languages and Civilizations Department.

Students takeÌýany 2 introductory courses, focusing on 2 different civilizations (6 credits minimum, LD).

Traditional Civilizations courses can explore East Asian, South Asian, West Asian, Southeast Asian and Tibetan/Himalayan and other civilizations. These courses tend to be lower division introductory courses offered by the Asian Studies cognate departments (Anthropology, Asian Languages and Civilizations, Geography, History, Religious Studies and many other Departments and Programs across the University).

Please work closely with the Asian Studies academic advisor, Christine Luft (christine.luft@colorado.edu) for a comprehensive list of course offerings that will fulfill your degree requirements.

You can also contact Asian Studies Program Director, Lauren Collins (Lauren.Collins@colorado.edu)

You can find Asia-related courses that have been offered in past semesters here.Ìý

Students take 1 course (3 credits, LD orÌýUD).

Modern Asian Civilizations courses can explore East Asian, South Asian, West Asian, Southeast Asian and Tibetan/Himalayan and other civilizations. These courses tend to be upper division courses that dive deeper into a variety of aspects of Asian civilization. Many of these are offered by Asian Studies cognate departments (Anthropology, Asian Languages and Civilizations, Geography, History, Religious Studies and many other Departments and Programs across the University).

Please work closely with the Asian Studies academic advisor, Christine Luft (christine.luft@colorado.edu) for a comprehensive list of course offerings that will fulfill your degree requirements.

You can also contact Asian Studies Program Director, Lauren Collins (Lauren.Collins@colorado.edu)

You can find Asia-related courses that have been offered in past semesters here.Ìý

Capstone course for Asian Studies Major. Participates in a discussion seminar on topics in Asian Studies, conducts research and writes a final paper or creates a final project on an approved Asian topic, following guidelines established by the program director. Required for an Asian Studies major but open to non-Asian Study majors. Requisites: Restricted to students with 57-180 credits (Junior or Senior) Asian Studies (ASIA) majors only.

Students take at least 3 courses (9 credits). Upper division credits are recommended for the electives, since the major as a whole requires 18 upper division credits.

Students may also choose to focus inÌýone of four cultural tracks within the Asian Studies major though this is not required.ÌýThe four cultural tracks currently offered by the department are theÌýSoutheast Asia Track,ÌýKorea Track, theÌýSouth Asia TrackÌýand theÌýWest Asia/Middle East Track. Information on the specific course requirements for each of these major tracks can be foundÌý.

These courses can be upper or lower division courses offered by the Asian Studies cognate departments (Anthropology, Asian Languages and Civilizations, Geography, History, Religious Studies and many other Departments and Programs across the University).

Please work closely with the Asian Studies academic advisor, Christine Luft (christine.luft@colorado.edu) for a comprehensive list of course offerings that will fulfill your degree requirements. You can also contact Asian Studies Program Director, Lauren Collins (Lauren.Collins@colorado.edu)

You can find Asia-related courses that have been offered in past semesters here.Ìý

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ASIA 1000 Origins of Contemporary Southeast Asia

Discover modern Southeast Asia and how its past shapes today's realities. This course explores the shared history of diverse Southeast Asian countries, looking at how colonialism, independence movements, and globalization have influenced the region. We'll discuss current issues important to Southeast Asian communities - from gender equality and religious beliefs to human rights, democracy, and economic development. Experience Southeast Asia through its creative works, examining stories, movies, art, news, and museum pieces that help us understand this vibrant region from multiple perspectives.

ASIA 1700 Introduction to Tibetan Civilization

Surveys the dynamic history of Tibet from its earliest known origins to the present. Offers interdisciplinary perspectives on Tibetan civilization, including religion and politics, society and culture, arts, and literature.

ASIA 2000 Gateway to Modern Asia

Introduces main themes, intellectual approaches used in Asian Studies through a transdisciplinary perspective that focuses on interactions and links between geographic regions and national boundaries. Presents Asia as a concept, a powerful imaginary geography, and historically dynamic construct that has shaped / been shaped by global patterns of economic development, nation building, war and diplomacy, colonialism and aspirations for better lives

ASIA 2300 Himalayan Arts of Enlightenment

This course explores Himalayan art and its connection to meditation practices. We'll study the history, meaning, and creation of beautiful art from this region, seeing how different cultures and traditions have shaped it over time. Students will learn how this art isn't just decorative—it's designed to support spiritual practice and inspire devotion. We'll also examine how Himalayan art continues to evolve today.

ASIA 2500 Catastrophe and Resilience: Asia’s Experiences of Climate Change

This class explores the intricate relationship between climate and society in Asia, examining both historical patterns and contemporary challenges while emphasizing the importance of place-based perspectives in understanding climate change's human impacts. Through an interdisciplinary lens combining climate sciences, geography, anthropology, and other fields, students engage with seminal works and develop practical skills while focusing on how Asian societies have been shaped by and are responding to environmental changes.

ASIA 2852 Contemporary Southeast Asia: Environmental Politics

Examine globally pressing questions of environmental sustainability, regional inequality and development in the dynamic and heterogeneous landscapes of contemporary Southeast Asia. Focuses on interactions between histories of uneven development and contemporary debates over energy and infrastructure, food security, governance and access to land, forest and water-based resources.

ASIA 4001/4002 Culture and Languages Across the Curriculum Co-Seminars

Varies by topic. See department for details.

ASIA 4200 Memory Politics in Asia

This course explores the uses of memory and heritage in the present-day politics of Asia. We will examine how the past – historical events, heritage sites, shared memories – fuel environmental and nationalist movements, diplomatic disputes, grassroots activism, nostalgic tourism, and popular media.

ASIA 4500 Urban Asia

Explores change in urban Asia, the representation of Asian cities, and the challenges of urban life through a transdisciplinary and thematic approach. The class discusses the role of tradition, concepts of modernity, the impact of tourism, rural to urban migration, poverty, the effects of war, legacies of colonialism, and environmental challenges.

ASIA 4600 Encounters: Tibet, the Himalayas, and the West

Explores the rich history of encounters between Tibet and the West from classical antiquity to the modern era. We'll discover how medieval Europeans imagined this mysterious mountain kingdom, follow the journeys of Western missionaries and adventurers through the Himalayas, and examine how colonial powers competed for influence in the region. The course also covers the growing popularity of Tibetan Buddhism in Western countries over the past century, alongside the experiences of Tibetan refugees and immigrants establishing new communities in Europe and America.

ASIA 4650 Art and Science of Meditation

Broadly interdisciplinary and skill-based, this course offers an in-depth theoretical, practical, and experiential exploration of meditation informed by cutting-edge scientific studies. Students read traditional contemplative masterworks in translation, survey current neuroscientific and psychological research on meditation, and employ critical subjectivity in the application of evidence-based contemplative techniques.

ASIA 4700 Enlightened Visionaries, Dirty Tricksters, and Warrior Heroes

Explores Tibet’s great literary masterworks, from folktales and trickster stories to heroic warrior epics to the aftermath of enlightenment in Buddhist biographies. Students become familiar with the various cultural, intellectual, and historical movements that shaped the Tibetan literary landscape. In lieu of quizzes and exams, students rely upon Tibetan symbolism, tropes, episodic elements, and other literary devices to construct an original narrative, which is workshopped over the course of the semester.

INDO 1110 First Year Indonesian Language First Semester

A comprehensive introduction to Bahasa Indonesia focusing on basic grammar, essential vocabulary, and fundamental communication skills, with an emphasis on speaking, listening, reading and writing while incorporating aspects of Indonesian culture.

INDO 1120 First Year Indonesian Language Second Semester

Continuation of INDO 1110.

INDO 2110 Second Year Indonesian Language First Semester

Building upon foundational knowledge of Bahasa Indonesia, this course deepens students' mastery of complex grammatical structures and vocabulary while developing more sophisticated communication skills through authentic materials, discussions, and cultural exploration.

INDO 2120 Second Year Indonesian Language Second Semester Second Semester

Continuation of INDO 2110.

TBTN 1110 First Year Tibetan Language First Semester

This course introduces students to Modern Standard or Literary Tibetan, covering basic grammar, pronunciation, and writing systems while incorporating elements of Tibetan culture and traditions to develop fundamental communication skills. See department for additional information.

TBTN 1120 First Year Tibetan Language Second Semester

Continuation of TBTN 1110.

TBTN 2110 Second Year Tibetan Language First Semester

Students advance their Tibetan language skills through intensive practice with complex grammatical structures and vocabulary, engaging with authentic texts and media while deepening their understanding of Tibetan culture and contemporary usage.

TBTN 2120 Second Year Tibetan Language Second Semester

Continuation of TBTN 2120.