Requirements for the Major
Study Abroad in China
Study Abroad in Japan
Honors in the Major
Distinction in the Major
Courses
1212 Van Hise Hall, 1220 Linden Drive, Madison, WI 53706; 608/262-2291; eall@mailplus.wisc.edu; http://polyglot.lss.wisc.edu/easian/
Professors McGloin, Nienhauser; Associate Professors Csikszentmihalyi, D'Etcheverry, Huang, Mori, Zhang; Assistant Professors Geyer, Ridgely, Zhu
Undergraduate advisors in the major: Professor Yongping Zhu, Chinese Program, 1266 Van Hise Hall, 262-9688; and Professor Steven Ridgely, Japanese Program, 1206 Van Hise Hall, 262-1740
Faculty diversity liaison: Nicole Huang, nhuang@wisc.edu
The department has two major programs: one in Chinese language and literature and one in Japanese language and literature. Majors may be taken in either of the two.
In Chinese the following courses are required:
Complete E Asian 101-102 or equivalent.
(Note: 101 and 102 are counted toward the 80 credits required outside the major.)
Complete E Asian 201-202 or equivalent.
Complete E Asian 301-302.
Complete E Asian 321-322.
Complete either 351-352 or 431-432 or equivalent.
Complete 3-4 credits of department courses in Chinese studies from 400-699 (including certain 300-level courses). Select from: E Asian 336, 337, 338, 340, 350, 355, 356, 363, 364, 369, 371, 401, 402, 411, 421, 422, 431, 432, 436, 451, 452, 466, 501, 520, 521, 651, 652, 661, 662, 672, 681, 682, 691, 692, 699.
All students must fulfill the L&S requirement of at least 15 credits of upper-level work in the major completed in residence. Courses in Chinese that count toward this requirement are:
E Asian 301, 302, 321, 322, 329, 336, 337, 338, 340, 350, 351, 352, 355, 356, 363, 364, 369, 371, 401, 402, 421, 422, 431, 432, 436, 451, 452, 466, 501, 520, 521, 651, 652, 661, 662, 672, 681, 682, 691, 692, 699.
In Japanese the following courses are required:
Complete E Asian 103-104 or equivalent.
(Note: 103 and 104 are counted toward the 80 credits required outside the major.)
Complete E Asian 203-204 or equivalent.
Complete E Asian 303-304.
Complete E Asian 403-404.
Complete E Asian 353-354 or equivalent.
Complete History 453 (or History 454), or E Asian 253.
Complete 3-4 credits of department courses in Japanese studies from 300-699. Select from: E Asian 313, 314, 323, 324, 335, 357, 358, 364, 367, 377, 430, 434, 466, 563, 564, 573, 574, 681, 682, 691, 692, 699; Littrans 368, 372, 373.
All students are required to fulfill the L&S requirement of at least 15 credits of upper-level work in the major completed in residence. Courses in Japanese that count toward this requirement are:
E Asian 303, 304, 313, 314, 323, 324, 335, 353, 354, 357, 358, 364, 367, 377, 403, 404, 430, 434, 466, 503, 563, 564, 573, 574, 681, 682, 691, 692, 699; History 453, 454; Littrans 368, 372, 373.
Majors are urged to begin course work early, ideally in the freshman or sophomore year. If, however, this is not possible, summer courses at UW-Madison or elsewhere are available which speed the student's progress. Those who have Chinese or Japanese credits from high school or summer sessions may enter advanced courses on the basis of placement tests.
Students must maintain a 3.0 average in the first two years of the Japanese language in order to be admitted to the Japanese major.
Courses 101, 103, 121, 123, 140, 231, 251, 253, 340, 341-342, 350, 363, 367, 369, 370, 371, 434, and Littrans 261-262, 263-264, 368, 372, 373 may be taken with no previous knowledge of Chinese or Japanese. Courses listed under Literature in Translation are related to the Chinese and Japanese majors but are not counted in the 40 Credit Rule. Course 434 Introduction to Japanese Linguistics, has Linguistics 301 as a prerequisite and is normally scheduled in the spring semester to allow students to take the prerequisite in the fall. E Asian 101, 102, 201 (Chinese), or East A 103, 104, 203 (Japanese) will satisfy the L&S B.A. requirement of four semesters of a foreign language.
E Asian 101 and 102 together count as three units, and 201 counts as the fourth unit; however, 101 alone counts only as one unit. E Asian 121, 122, 221, and 222 count as one unit each. Note: Credit will not be granted for both 121 and 101 or for both 122 and 101. Similarly, credit will not be granted for both 221 and 102 or for both 222 and 102.
E Asian 103 and 104 together count as three units, and 203 counts as the fourth unit; however, 103 alone counts only as one unit. E Asian 123 and 124 count as one unit each. Note: Credit will not be granted for both 123 and 103 or for both 124 and 103.
For graduate courses offered by the department, consult the Graduate School Catalog.
Enrollment Information. The department requires that students who are new to the program take a placement test before enrolling in a language course beyond the first-semester level.
Students may receive residence credit for study abroad through two programs sponsored by the department: the Academic Year Abroad programs at Beijing Normal University and Peking University.
Students may receive resident credit for study abroad through four programs sponsored by the department: the Academic Year Abroad programs at Nanzan University in Nagoya; Hokkaido University in Sapporo, Sophia University in Tokyo; and Keio University in Tokyo.
In addition to the regularly required courses for the major, Honors in the Major candidates must take:
A grade point average of at least 3.3 in the major is required and an overall GPA of at least 3.3 in all courses taken at UW-Madison at the time of graduation.
Students majoring in Chinese or Japanese who are not enrolled in the honors program may earn distinction in the major by completing (a) the L&S general degree requirements, and (b) the junior-senior honors curriculum. Fifteen honors credits are required in courses at the 300 level or higher, including a Senior Honors Thesis of 6 credits, Chinese 681-682 or Japanese 681-682.
Occasionally offered courses. (Check with the department to see when these courses will be offered.)
Chinese: 251, 329, 333, 371, 421, 422, 451, 452, 461, 521, 571, 622.
Japanese: 323, 324, 367, 527, 528.
All classes listed in the course descriptions section will be offered regularly unless otherwise noted. Please check with the department office for information on specific courses.
101 First Semester Chinese. I; 6 cr (E). Introduces the basic grammar along with 900 Chinese characters of standard spoken Chinese. Eight hours weekly, three of which are lectures and five in small groups for oral practice. Within the year, students will have acquired elementary reading skill and the ability to communicate with native Chinese. P: Open to Fr.
102 Second Semester Chinese. II; 6 cr (E). Continuation of 101. P: E Asian 101.
103 First Semester Japanese. I; 6 cr (E). Phonological system and the basic grammatical patterns of modern colloquial Japanese, along with Hiragana, Katakana, and approximately 300 Chinese characters. Eight hours weekly. P: Open to Fr.
104 Second Semester Japanese. II; 6 cr (E). Continuation of 103. P: E Asian 103 or satisfactory placement test scores.
105 Elementary Korean. I; 4 cr (E). Essentials of modern spoken and written Korean. P: Open to Fr.
106 Elementary Korean. II; 4 cr (E). Continuation of E Asian 105. P: E Asian 105.
121 Elementary Chinese. II; 3 cr (E). Introduction to the fundamental phonetic system and grammar of standard spoken Chinese along with 400 characters. Meets four hours weekly with the emphasis on speaking. P: Open to Fr. Credit will not be granted for both 121 & 101.
122 Elementary Chinese. I; 3 cr (E). Continuation of 121. P: E Asian 121. Credit will not be granted for both 122 & 101.
123 Elementary Japanese. II; 3 cr (E). Elementary level skills in listening, speaking, reading and writing. P: Open to Fr. Credit will not be granted for both 123 & 103.
124 Elementary Japanese. I; 3 cr (E). Continuation of East Asian 123. P: E Asian 123 or satisfactory placement test scores. Credit will not be granted for both 124 & 103.
201 Third Semester Chinese. I, SS; 6 cr (I). Continuation of first year. Contact hours same as first year. P: E Asian 102.
202 Fourth Semester Chinese. II, SS; 6 cr (I). Continuation of 201. P: E Asian 201.
203 Third Semester Japanese. I, SS; 6 cr (I). Further practice in speaking, reading, and writing. Approximately 500 more characters introduced. Conducted in Japanese. Eight hours weekly. P: East Asian 104 or satisfactory placement test scores.
204 Fourth Semester Japanese. II, SS; 6 cr (I). Continuation of 203. P: E Asian 203 or satisfactory placement test scores.
231 Chinese Calligraphy. I or II; 2 cr (E). (No knowledge of language required.) History, aesthetic principles, and criticism of this art. Practical instruction in the design and writing of Chinese characters with traditional writing implements. The form and meaning of basic radicals (roots) of Chinese words. Various styles of calligraphy, major calligraphers and their art. Both original and reproduced models are examined. P: Open to Fr & all stdts.
235 Genres of Asian Religious Writing. (Crosslisted with Relig St, LCA) I or II or SS; 3 cr (b-H-I). Writing intensive course based on the conventions in which Asian writers have expressed religious ideas. Readings introduce major Asian religious traditions and expressive genres. P: Successful completion of or exemption from Com A requirement. Open to Fr.
251 Chinese Civilization. I or II; 3 cr (H-E). (No language credit.) The civilization of China studied through her literature, art, philosophy, and religions. Knowledge of Chinese language not required. P: Open to Fr.
253 Introduction to Japanese Culture and Civilization. I or II; 3 cr (H-E). An introduction to the culture, life-styles and thought of the Japanese people, with frequent reference to their history, literature and art. P: Open to Fr & all stdts.
273 Religion in History and Culture: The East. (Crosslisted with Relig St, LCA) I or II or SS; 3 cr (H-E). An interdepartmental, multidisciplinary survey of the major religious traditions of South Asia (India and adjacent countries); China; Japan; Southeast Asia; non-literate societies; and selected topics for comparative-historical study. P: Open to Fr.
277 Kendo: Integration of Martial Arts and Liberal Arts. (Crosslisted with PE Activ) I, II, SS; 2 cr (S-I). Kendo practice (martial art) supplemented by lecture describing its historical roots and philosophical background.
299 Directed Study. I or II or SS; 1-3 cr (I). P: Graded on a lettered basis; requires cons inst.
300 Humanities Topics in East Asian Studies. (Crosslisted with E A Stds) I, II, SS; 1-3 cr (H-I). Interdisciplinary approaches to specific humanities topics in East Asian studies. Topics may include comparative analysis of a theme across the countries in the East Asian region or focus on a theme within a single country. P: Open to Fr with cons inst.
301 Fifth Semester Chinese. I; 4 cr (H-A). Selections principally from modern Chinese literature and material in Chinese social studies, to expose students to reading a variety of styles. Classes conducted in Chinese. Three hours lecture, two hours discussion. P: E Asian 202.
302 Sixth Semester Chinese. II; 4 cr (H-A). Continuation of 301. P: E Asian 301.
303 Fifth Semester Japanese. I; 4 cr (H-A). Further practice in reading and writing. Extensive as well as intensive readings in contemporary texts. At least 1,000 more characters introduced. Videotape material also used. Conducted in Japanese. Five hours weekly. P: E Asian 204 or 328 or satisfactory placement test scores.
304 Sixth Semester Japanese. II; 4 cr (H-A). Continuation of 303. P: E Asian 303 or satisfactory placement test scores.
311 First Semester Chinese. I; 5-6 cr (E). Introduces the basic grammar along with 900 Chinese characters of standard spoken Chinese. P: Grad st.
312 Second Semester Chinese. II; 5-6 cr (E). Continuation of 311. P: E Asian 311 or satisfactory placement test scores, & Grad st.
317 Third Semester Chinese. I or SS; 5-6 cr (I). Continuation of first year. P: E Asian 312 or satisfactory placement test scores, & Grad st.
318 Fourth Semester Chinese. II or SS; 5-6 cr (I). Continuation of 317. P: E Asian 317 or satisfactory placement test scores, & Grad st.
319 First Semester Japanese. I; 5-6 cr (E). The phonological system and the basic grammatical patterns of modern colloquial Japanese, along with Hiragana, Katakana, and approximately 300 Kanji. Eight hours weekly. P: Grad st.
320 Second Semester Japanese. II; 5-6 cr (E). Continuation of 319. P: E Asian 319 or satisfactory placement test scores, & Grad st.
321 First Year Classical Chinese. I; 4 cr (L-I). Introduction to literary Chinese; emphasis on basic grammar to develop reading ability. Selections from: Philosophical and historical texts, essays, fictions, T'ang poetry, Sung lyrics, Yuan songs, and Ming drama. P: E Asian 202 or 318 or equiv.
322 First Year Classical Chinese. II; 4 cr (L-I). Continuation of 321. P: E Asian 321.
323 First Year Classical Japanese. I or II; 3 cr (L-D). Introduction to the grammar of classical Japanese to develop reading ability. Specially annotated texts of such works as Hojoki and Oku No Hosomichi are the principal reading material. P: E Asian 204 or cons inst.
324 First Year Classical Japanese. I or II; 3 cr (L-D). Continuation of 323. P: E Asian 323.
325 Elementary Korean. I; 3 cr (E). Essentials of modern spoken and written Korean. P: Grad st.
326 Elementary Korean. II; 3 cr (E). Continuation of E Asian 325. P: E A 325 & Grad St.
327 Third Semester Japanese. I or SS; 5-6 cr (I). Further practice in speaking, reading, and writing. Approximately 500 more kanji introduced. Conducted in Japanese. Eight hours weekly. P: E Asian 320 or satisfactory placement test scores, & Grad st.
328 Fourth Semester Japanese. II or SS; 5-6 cr (I). Continuation of 327. P: E Asian 327 or satisfactory placement test scores, & Grad st.
330 Basic Technical Japanese I. (Crosslisted with EPD) I; 3 cr (E). Introduces the three types of Japanese writing and most grammar necessary for reading technical writing in the sciences. P: Sr or Grad st.
331 Intermediate Chinese Conversation. Irr.; 2 cr (I). A practical course with the two-fold aim of improving speaking abilities and helping prospective teachers to teach pronunciation. P: One yr of Chinese.
332 Basic Technical Japanese II. (Crosslisted with EPD) II; 3 cr (D). Completes the grammar necessary for reading technical writing in the sciences. Concludes with individual projects in specialized fields. P: EPD/E Asian 330.
335 Intermediate Japanese Conversation. I or II; 3 cr (I). For students who wish to concentrate on speaking. Videotape material also used. Two hours weekly. P: E Asian 204.
336 Social & Intellectual History of China, 1400 BC-589 AD. (Crosslisted with History) I or II or SS; 3-4 cr (Z-I). Social and cultural background of the rise of ancient Chinese philosophies; the doctrines and evolution of classical Confucianism, Taoism, Moism, and Legalism; the establishment of the Chinese imperial state and its impact on Chinese thought; Han Confucianism; the introduction of Buddhism to China and the rise of Neo-Taoism. P: So st or Hist 103.
337 Social and Intellectual History of China, 589 AD- 1919. (Crosslisted with History) I or II or SS; 3-4 cr (Z-I). The culture of the literati in the T'ang; major trends of Neo-Confucianism during the Sung and Ming; the Confucian response to the West in the nineteenth century; the emergence of the modern Chinese intelligentsia and iconoclasm in the early May Fourth period. P: So st or Hist 103.
338 Social and Intellectual History of Modern China, 1911-1949. (Crosslisted with History) I or II or SS; 3-4 cr (Z-I). Major topics in the history of twentieth century Chinese intellectual and cultural developments: the origins and nature of Chinese nationalism and its relationship to radical antitraditionalism and conservatism, the failure of Chinese liberalism, the major trends in modern Chinese literature and humanities, and the origins and development of Chinese Marxism. P: So st or Hist 103.
340 Introduction to the I-Ching: Book of Change. (Crosslisted with Relig St) I or II; 3-4 cr (H-I). Early religious and historical background of the Book of Changes, the composition of the I-Ching, the formation and structure of the hexagrams and their symbolism, the interpretations of the texts associated with the hexagrams, and techniques of divination. P: So st; Undergrad majors, 4 cr; non-major Undergrads & Grad majors, 3 cr. No prev knowledge of Chinese required for non-major Undergrads.
341 Classical Chinese for Non-Majors. I; 4 cr (L-E). Basic grammar and syntax of classical Chinese to develop reading ability. The texts include Meng-tzu, Lao-tzu, the I-Ching and other Confucian and Taoist works. P: Cons inst.
342 Classical Chinese for Non-Majors. II; 4 cr (L-E). Continuation of 341. P: Cons inst.
345 Third Semester Korean. I; 3-4 cr (I). Further practice in speaking, reading and writing Korean. P: E Asian 326 or satisfactory placement test scores. 4 cr for Undergrads, 3 cr for Grads.
346 Fourth Semester Korean. II; 3-4 cr (I). Continuation of East Asian 345. P: E Asian 345 or satisfactory placement test scores. 4 cr for Undergrads, 3 cr for Grads.
347 Fifth Semester Korean. I; 3 cr (H-A). Further practice in reading and writing. Extensive as well as intensive readings in contemporary texts. Videotape material also used. Conducted in Korean. P: E Asian 346 or equiv.
348 Sixth Semester Korean. II; 3 cr (H-A). Continuation of E Asian 347. Further practice in reading and writing. Extensive as well as intensive readings in contemporary texts. Videotape material also used. Conducted in Korean. P: E Asian 347 or equiv.
350 Introduction to Taoism. (Crosslisted with Relig St) I or II; 3-4 cr (H-I). A study of the writings attributed to Lao-tzu and Chuang-tzu and their concepts, and the history and various aspects of religious Taoism. Consideration is given to Taoist influences on literature. Undergraduate majors register for 4 cr; non-majors and graduate majors register for 3 cr. P: So st; Undergrad majors register for 4 cr, Undergrad non-majors and Grad stdts register for 3 cr.
351 Survey of Chinese Literature. I; 4 cr (L-I). A critical introduction to the literature of China throughout the ages. Most representative traditional and modern works of Chinese literature in poetry, fiction and drama. A research paper using original Chinese sources is required. Two semesters may be taken independently. P: Two yrs of Chinese or equiv & E Asian 321-322 or equiv.
352 Survey of Chinese Literature. II; 4 cr (L-I). Continuation of E Asian 351. A research paper using original Chinese sources is required. The Two semesters may be taken independently. P: Two yrs of Chinese or equiv & E Asian 321-322 or equiv.
353 Survey of Japanese Literature. I; 4 cr (L-I). Historical introduction to the important literary works of Japan. This course will cover the classical period, from the eighth through the mid-nineteenth century. Each student will be required to do one independent project using Japanese language sources if appropriate. P: Two yrs of Japanese or equiv.
354 Survey of Japanese Literature. II; 4 cr (L-I). This course covers the development of Japanese literature from the late nineteenth through the present century, and may be taken independently of E Asian 353. Students will be required to complete a project using Japanese language materials. P: Two yrs of Japanese or equiv.
355 Arts of China. I or II; 3-4 cr (H-I). Meets with Art History 370. See art History 370 for information. P: So st.
356 Chinese Painting. I or II; 3-4 cr (H-I). Meets with Art History 371. See Art History 371 for information. P: So st.
357 Arts of Japan. I or II; 3-4 cr (H-I). Meets with Art History 372. See Art History 372 for information. P: So st.
358 Language in Japanese Society. Alt yrs.; 3 cr (H-I). Exploration of dynamic relationships between the language and the social structure in Japan. Study of films, TV programs, and conversations as well as research articles. Basic knowledge of Japanese is assumed, but the instruction is in English. P: E Asian 104 or 320 or cons inst.
363 Introduction to Confucianism. (Crosslisted with Relig St) I or II; 3 cr (H-I). The development of Confucianism in pre-Buddhist China emphasizing interactions with competing viewpoints. Particular attention to issues of morality and human nature, stressing the roots of Confucianism in more general theories of value. All readings in translation. P: So st.
364 Introduction to Buddhism. (Crosslisted with LCA, Relig St) Irr.; 3 cr (H-I). The basic thought, practices and history of Buddhism, including selflessness and relativity, practices of meditation, merit-making and compassion from both local and translocal perspectives. Includes a discussion of Buddhism as a contemporary, North American religion. P: Open to Fr.
367 Japanese Poetic Tradition. I or II; 3-4 cr (L-A). An introduction to the major types of Japanese poetry, ancient and modern. Although some attention to historical context is given, the emphasis is on critical reading and appreciation of Japanese poetry in translation. To qualify for four credits, students must complete a project based on their reading of Japanese poetry in the original language or of scholarly work on the subject in Japanese. P: Jr st; Undergrad majors, 4 cr; non-major Undergrads & Grads, 3 cr.
371 Topics in Chinese Literature. Irr.; 2-3 cr (L-I). Development of a particular theme, period, or genre in Chinese literature. Possible topics: Love and friendship in Chinese literature; the role of nature in Chinese poetry; and conflict between individual freedom and duty to society in modern Chinese literature. Translations of literary merit serve as the principal texts, but students of Chinese are required to do some reading in the original. Open to Fr with cons inst. P: So st.
374 Intermediate Technical Japanese I. (Crosslisted with EPD) I; 3 cr (E). Fundamentals of Japanese grammar and the most frequent 300 Kanji in the physical sciences; reading, comprehending and translating Japanese scientific texts. P: E Asian 203 or cons inst. Does not satisfy L&S language or major requirement.
375 Intermediate Technical Japanese II. (Crosslisted with EPD) II; 3 cr (D). Continuation of 374; development of a Kanji frequency list and translation of a technical article. P: EPD/E Asian 374 or cons inst. Does not satisfy L&S language or major requirement.
377 Business Japanese Communication. (Crosslisted with EPD) Alt yrs.; 3 cr (I). Improvement of oral and written communication skills that are specific to business contexts. Review of essential grammar and honorific expressions for proper styles of communication. Development of the understanding of cultural and geographical factors that influence business practices in Japan. P: E Asian 203-204 or equiv prev lang training (consult instr).
401 Seventh Semester Chinese. I; 3-4 cr (L-A). Extensive reading and study for students of advanced competence. Students learn to interpret and analyze important modern literary texts. A research paper using original Chinese sources is required. P: E Asian 302; cons inst. Undergrad majors, 4 cr; non-major Undergrads & Grads, 3 cr.
402 Eighth Semester Chinese. II; 3-4 cr (L-A). Continuation of E Asian 401. A research paper using original Chinese sources is required. P: E Asian 401; cons inst. Undergrad majors, 4 cr; non-major Undergrads & Grads, 3 cr.
403 Seventh Semester Japanese. I; 3 cr (H-A). Extensive readings in advanced general and specialized texts in contemporary Japanese, and discussion on the content of the reading materials. Videotape materials also used. Conducted in Japanese. Three hours weekly. P: E Asian 304 or satisfactory placement test scores.
404 Eighth Semester Japanese. II; 3 cr (H-A). Continuation of 403. P: E Asian 403 or satisfactory placement test scores.
405 Seventh Semester Korean. I; 3 cr (H-A). Extensive readings in advanced general and specialized texts in Korean, and discussion on the content of the reading materials. Videotape material also used. Conducted in Korean. P: E Asian 348 or equiv.
406 Eighth Semester Korean. II; 3 cr (H-A). Continuation of E Asian 405. Extensive readings in advanced general and specialized texts in Korean, and discussion on the content of the reading materials. Videotape material also used. Conducted in Korean. P: E Asian 405 or equiv.
411 Introduction to Business Chinese. (Crosslisted with EPD) I or II; 3 cr (A). Introduction to business language and practices in contemporary Chinese society. P: 3 yrs Chinese or equiv.
421 Second Year Classical Chinese. I or II; 4 cr (L-A). Selected readings in prose and verse, primarily from early and medieval China. P: E Asian 322.
422 Second Year Classical Chinese. I or II; 4 cr (H-A). Continuation of 421. P: E Asian 421.
430 Japanese for Business and Industry. (Crosslisted with EPD) I; 3 cr (A). Business language and commercial practices in contemporary Japanese society. P: EPD/E Asian 375 or E Asian 304 or cons inst.
431 Introduction to Chinese Linguistics. I or II; 3-4 cr (H-A). Phonology, morphology and syntax of the modern standard colloquial language, including historical, philological, and dialectal aspects. Undergraduate majors register for 4 cr; non-majors and graduate majors register for 3 cr. P: E Asian 202 or equiv; Undergrad majors, 4 cr; non-major Undergrads & Grads, 3 cr.
432 Introduction to Chinese Linguistics. I or II; 3-4 cr (H-A). Continuation of E Asian 431. Undergraduate majors register for 4 cr; non-majors and graduate majors register for 3 cr. P: E Asian 431 or equiv; Undergrad majors, 4 cr; non-major Undergrads & Grads, 3 cr.
434 Introduction to Japanese Linguistics. I or II; 3 cr (H-A). Phonology, morphology and syntax of the modern standard colloquial Japanese, including historical and dialectal aspects. P: Linguis 301 or cons inst.
466 Buddhist Thought. (Crosslisted with LCA, Relig St) Irr.; 3 cr (H-I). Survey of the fundamental trends in Buddhist thought through the works of major philosophers. Themes include the concept of "selflessness" and concomitant theories of essencelessness, perception, language and rationality. Previous study of Buddhism or philosophy is strongly recommended. P: So st or cons inst. Prev study of Buddhism or philos strongly recommended.
520 Popular Culture and Film in Twentieth-Century China. I; 3 cr (H-A). A historical narrative of popular culture from the turn of the century to contemporary China, Taiwan, and Hong Kong. Offered in a seminar format. P: Jr st & cons inst; no knowledge of Chinese required.
563 Readings in Modern Japanese Literature. I; 3 cr (L-A). Extensive readings in modern Japanese literature and discussion of literary content. P: E Asian 404.
564 Readings in Modern Japanese Literature. II; 3 cr (L-A). Continuation of 563. P: E Asian 563.
573 Readings in Classical Japanese Literature. I; 3 cr (L-A). A close reading and translation of selected texts in Classical Japanese literature. Includes such works as Genji Monogatari, plays of the Noh Theatre, and Saikaku. P: E Asian 404 or equiv.
574 Readings in Classical Japanese Literature. II; 3 cr (L-A). Continuation of 573. P: E Asian 573 or equiv.
576 Buddhism and Literature. (Crosslisted with LCA, Relig St) Irr.; 3 cr (L-A). Examination of Buddhist involvement in literary culture in South and East Asia. P: LCA/E Asian/Relig St 273 or 364 or LCA/Relig St 416.
623 Teaching of Japanese as a Foreign Language. I or II or SS; 3 cr (A). Methods of foreign language teaching in general and Japanese language teaching in particular; with emphasis on special problems in teaching Japanese to English-speaking students. P: Current enrollment in the Grad program in Japanese, or cons inst.
631 History of the Chinese Language. I or II; 3 cr (H-A). Introduction to Chinese historical linguistics, including the sound systems of the Shih-ching, T'ang poems, and Yuan songs, and their historical relations to the sounds of modern Mandarin, and syntactic interaction between classical and vernacular Chinese. P: Cons inst.
632 History of the Chinese Language. I or II; 3 cr (H-A). Continuation of 631. P: Cons inst.
651 History of Chinese Literature. I or II; 3 cr (A). First semester: period up to and including the T'ang dynasty; Second semester: period since the T'ang. P: E Asian 422 or cons inst.
652 History of Chinese Literature. I or II; 3 cr (A). Continuation of 651. P: E Asian 651 or cons inst.
653 History of Japanese Literature. I or II; 3 cr (A). An intensive study of the development of Japanese literature; the development of poetry and prose; the flowering of literature in the Heian period; war tales, the Noh, and other types of medieval literature; popular novels, plays and Haiku of the Tokugawa period; Japanese literature under Western influence. P: Cons inst.
654 History of Japanese Literature. I or II; 3 cr (A). Continuation of 653. P: Cons inst.
661 History of Chinese Thought, Part 1. I; 3 cr (A). The first half of a two-course sequence promoting a familiarity with the fundamentals of Chinese thought, philosophical and religious. The focus is on the pre-Qin period, paying particular attention to competing theories of value. P: Cons inst.
662 History of Chinese Thought, Part 2. II; 3 cr (A). The second half of a two-course sequence promoting a familiarity with the fundamentals of Chinese thought, philosophical and religious. The focus is on the dynastic period, from Qin Han through Qing, emphasizing the cross-fertilization between traditions and the role of commentary. P: Cons inst.
672 Studies in Chinese Fiction. I or II; 3 cr (A). Intensive study of selected short story and novel texts. P: E Asian 462 or cons inst.
681 Senior Honors Thesis. I or II; 3 cr (A). P: Cons inst.
682 Senior Honors Thesis. I or II; 3 cr (A). P: Cons inst.
691 Senior Thesis. I; 3 cr (A). P: Cons inst.
692 Senior Thesis. II; 3 cr (A). P: Cons inst.
698 Directed Study. I or II; 2-3 cr (A). P: Jr or Sr st. Graded on a Cr/N basis; requires cons inst.
699 Directed Study. I or II; 2-3 cr (A). P: Jr or Sr st. Graded on a lettered basis; requires cons inst.