Bachelor of Arts in Pacific and Asian Studies

About this programme

Understand one of the world’s most influential regions while building language skills and global expertise. In this program, you’ll explore the histories, cultures and societies of East and Southeast Asia while developing proficiency in Chinese, Japanese or Indonesian/Malay. Through immersive learning experiences in Canada and abroad, you’ll gain the cultural insight and communication skills needed to work across cultures, industries and borders. Expand your global perspective through international study opportunities. Examples include: These experiences help you build confidence, independence and global connections. Improve your Chinese language skills through an intensive field school in the historic city of Chongqing. Travel to Osaka, Japan to study the origins, development and continuing influence of the Japanese empire. You’ll also take day trips to Nara, Kyoto and Hiroshima. This field school takes place in a small town in Japan and is offered in partnership with the Toyooka City government. You will Choose your current or most recent high school, college or university to see your admission requirements. The recommended admission average is an estimate based on data from recent admission cycles. The actual admission average required for entry may be higher in the future due to increased competition and limited capacity. Estimated admission average : Minimum 80% (based on the required grade 12 courses) Academic performance is the main criterion for an offer of admission, but a limited number of students graduating from Canadian high schools may also be conside