East Asian Studies

East Asian Studies is an interdisciplinary area studies field focusing on the culture, society, history, geography, economics, politics, diplomacy, etc. of East Asian countries. This field mainly studies China, Japan, Korea, Vietnam, and Southeast Asian nations.

Overview

The purpose of the East Asian Studies program is to provide students with comprehensive, in-depth knowledge about the East Asian region. Graduates will be capable of working in international enterprises and organizations operating in East Asian markets like Korea, China and Japan. At the same time, students can also work in various fields such as: diplomacy, tourism, education, foreign enterprises, media...

Undergraduate course

Teaching Language: Vietnamese

Training Duration: 4 years

Requirements: Based on the regulations of the Vietnamese Ministry of Education and Training.

Short courses for foreigners

Short courses on Vietnamese Language and Culture

Teaching Languages: Vietnamese, English, Korean, Japanese, Chinese.

Duration: Based on the needs of students (1 week, 1 month, 3 months, 6 months…)

Sample subjects for foreigners

Vietnamese language
Vietnamese culture
Vietnamese corporate culture
Vietnamese tourism

Extra activities

Participating in cultural experiential activities
Joining domestic tour packages (City Tour, Mekong Delta, Central Region Tour, Highland Tour...)
Participating in exchange activities with local students

Should you have any inquiries, feel free to contact us via: van.dinh@vlu.edu.vn

Key Features of the Curriculum

East Asian Studies is an interdisciplinary program integrating knowledge of languages, cultures and histories of East Asian countries. The program emphasizes developing research skills, professional skills and intercultural communication skills for students.

Regional Studies

The program focuses on teaching knowledge about the East Asian region, including: history, geography, culture, society, political economy, diplomacy...

Country Studies

In addition to regional knowledge, students will gain in-depth access to one country in Northeast Asia (country studies), including: China, Korea and Japan.

International Study and Internship Opportunities

During the course of study, students will have opportunities for exchange study or practical internships in one of the three aforementioned countries. This helps improve their skills.

Diverse Career Opportunities

After graduation, students will have various career choices in different fields and the ability to work in multicultural environments.

Program learning outcomes

After completing the training program, students will gain specialized knowledge in regional and country studies. At the same time, they will acquire necessary professional skills to meet the demands of enterprises in the East Asian region. Moreover, students will develop moral qualities and a spirit of lifelong learning in order to work independently in an international environment, becoming experts and managers contributing to building Vietnam and a peaceful world.

Knowledge

Learners will gain overview and in-depth knowledge about the East Asian region (East Asian studies) across various interdisciplinary fields (history, culture, economics, etc.) focusing on one of the three countries - China, Korea or Japan.

Skills

Learners will be able to use one of the three foreign languages - Chinese, Korean or Japanese. Learners will also be able to apply professional skills to life such as: interpretation, office secretary, event organization, etc.

Autonomy and Responsibility

Learners will build good qualities, aiming to become exemplary Vietnamese citizens and responsible global citizens for humanity. At the same time, learners will also gain more self-study, self-training and self-improvement abilities after graduation.

Curriculum Structure

Chinese Studies

Korean Studies

Japanese Studies

1ST YEAR

Philosophy of Marxism and Leninism

Social-Emotional Learning: Essential to Student Success

Introduction to Chinese Studies

Listening to - Intermediate Chinese

Chinese Speaking - Intermediate

Chinese Reading - Beginner

Chinese Writing - Intermediate

Marxist-Leninist Political Economy

Fundamentals of Vietnamese Culture

Basic Informatics

East Asian Studies

Scientific Socialism

Introduction to Linguistics

2ND YEAR

History of Vietnamese Communist Party

21st Century Skills for Global Citizens

Scientific research method

Chinese Listening - Intermediate

Chinese Speaking - Intermediate

Chinese Reading - Intermediate

Chinese Writing - Intermediate

General law

Eastern Civilization

Asia-Pacific Economy

Vietnamese Text Writing

General Sociology

General Psychology

Social science statistics

Critical thinking skills

3RD YEAR

History of Oriental Thought

Theory of State and Eastern State

Oriental Language Typology

China Geography

Chinese history

Chinese-Vietnamese translation and interpreting

Chinese Culture

Chinese Literature

Business tourism

Foreign trade business

PR business

Diplomatic Receptionist

China's Economy - Politics

Chinese characters and culture

Vietnam – China Intercultural communication

Methods of teaching Chinese

General Modern Chinese

Advanced Chinese

Business Chinese

Chinese presentation skills

Translation of economic, cultural and social issues

4TH YEAR

Internship

Graduation thesis

Chinese correspondence documents

Specialized Chinese

Relations between China and East Asian countries

Teaching, Learning and Assessment Methods

With the principle of respecting liberal education, learners are trained and encouraged to give personal perspectives on everything in the world, realizing the good values that humanity is moving towards based on respecting the values and worldviews of others.

Learning methods

Providing basic knowledge and emphasizing independent thinking skills, knowing how to analyze issues on a scientific basis. At the same time, learners will also be trained to respect opposing views and personal perspectives. Prioritizing self-study, discovery, and direct experimentation to build analytical and conclusive abilities about the knowledge learned.

Teaching methods

The teaching methods combine tradition and modernity, increasing the use of 4.0 Technology to create the most convenient and comfortable conditions for learners in the process of acquiring knowledge.

Assessment Methods

Courses will be evaluated through various methods to maximize necessary skills besides testing learners' knowledge and thinking abilities.

Career Prospects

With exposure to knowledge about the cultures of many countries, East Asian Studies graduates have opportunities to study and work in Korea, China and Japan. Thereby realizing the dreams of young people who love exploring the world and energetic jobs.

Translator - Interpreter

International News Reporter

External Relations Officer

Specialists of Foreign Affairs Departments and Embassies

Study Abroad Consultant

International Tour Guide

Foreign Language Teacher

Lecturer at colleges and universities

"With knowledge, one has no doubts. With benevolence, one has no worries. With courage, one has no fear."

— Confucius

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