York University, Australia, Toronto

South Asian Studies, B.A.

Course Highlights

York has a joint Centre for Asia Pacific Studies. The Centre offers you the opportunity to explore contemporary issues as they relate to Canada, global partners and citizens of the South Asian region.

Career Opportunities

You can do a lot with this major! Global Studies majors go on to successful careers in international business, academics, advocacy, politics, government, publishing, the arts, research, and much more. All liberal arts degrees help students develop their Core Career Competencies, and Global Studies majors develop specific skills that are applicable to lots of different careers..These skills include: Strong verbal and written communication skills Deep understanding of the institutions and processes that shape the world Cross-cultural knowledge and understanding Critical thinking and creative problem-solving Ability to formulate clear and persuasive messages Listening, clarifying, questioning and responding skills Ability to work well independently and collaboratively

Course Overview

South Asia home to some of the world's oldest and most enduring cultures and to two of its most populous nuclear powers has increasingly demanded the attention of the West. Encompassing the nations of Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Nepal, Pakistan and Sri Lanka, the region is the ancestral home of more than 650,000 Canadians. The program recognizes the importance of understanding South Asia and its relationship to Canada and the rest of the world. Organized around carefully selected themes in culture, history, politics, religion, economics and development, you will gain a critical perspective while deepening your knowledge. Given that contemporary South Asia has emerged as a major world force faced with unprecedented social and political changes, the program offers grounded and expert analyses of challenges that face the region. I want to find another Bachelor Course You will be offered the opportunity to explore the following major themes: the experiences of colonialism; histories and state formations; human development; societies and cultures; the South Asian diaspora; social movements in South Asia; gender relations in South Asia. Unique to South Asian Studies at York: York's program is distinctive in several ways. It seeks to eschew the "orientalist" model of studying South Asia; focus on the contemporary realities of South Asian countries; and integrate the study of the region with that of the South Asian diaspora, in Canada and elsewhere. Our professors are actively engaged in research throughout the region and will bring their contemporary findings into the classroom. Possible Career Paths: International development worker Lawyer Researcher Translator As a graduate, your expertise will put you in demand for such careers as journalism, international trade and marketing, business, public relations, education and development aid, and in government and international organizations.

Subjects

Programme Structure Courses include: Introduction to South Asian Studies Advanced Topics in South Asian Studies Anthropology, Islam and Muslim Societies Diaspora Theory

Academic Entry Requirement

Academic Requirements For most countries, we consider the same academic preparation as is required for university entrance in that country: successful graduation from an academic secondary school program or equivalent.Students who have the International Baccalaureate (IB) DiplomaMinimum admission requirements:IB diploma with passes in six subjects: Three passes at the Standard Level and three passes at the Higher Level, OR Two passes at the Standard Level and four passes at the Higher Level. Minimum IB Diploma point scores of 30 or higher recommended (scores of 28 will be considered). Transfer credit granted for IB courses with Higher-level final grades of 5 or better, depending on the program (maximum of 30 credits).

English Entry Requirement

6.5

Contact Details

York University