Coursework
The department of Chinese Studies contributes to the offering of three interdisciplinary coursework postgraduate degrees in Asian Studies. These are:
- Master of Asian Studies (MAsianStud)
- Graduate Diploma in Asian Studies (GradDipAsianStud)
- Graduate Certificate in Asian Studies (GradCertAsianStud).
The coursework degrees are intended for graduates of humanities or social science programs who wish to broaden and deepen their understanding of the Asian region. Master of Asian Studies students who hope to qualify for admission to research postgraduate candidature should include the dissertation option in their program.
There is one more degree program that allows students to mix research and coursework. This is the:
This option is suitable for (1) graduates who would like more training before applying for admission to an advanced research degree (MPhil or, if appropriately qualified, PhD); and (2) graduates who would like a taste of research but do not wish to commit themselves to an MPhil or PhD.
For more information about how you can specialize in Chinese Studies within the Master of Asian Studies, please refer to the units of study outlines page here.
For more information about the Master’s, Graduate Diploma and Graduate Certificate in Asian Studies, please click here.




