East Asian Studies

The East Asian Studies department at Brown offers a unique opportunity to explore the dynamic and diverse cultures, languages and histories of East Asia. Through engaging courses and immersive experiences, you'll gain a deep understanding of this fascinating region and its role in the modern world.

East Asian Studies

Undergraduate Studies

This multidisciplinary concentration is designed to serve undergraduate students wishing to attain reasonable fluency in Chinese, Japanese, Korean, and/or Vietnamese and specialized familiarity with selected East Asian subjects.

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Faculty

Our faculty are leading scholars who produce innovative scholarship and teaching in a wide range of topics including literature, history, religion, art history, government, and linguistics.

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Courses

Explore East Asia through our diverse range of courses in the East Asian Studies department. From language and literature to history and politics, these classes offer a comprehensive and interdisciplinary perspective on this dynamic region.

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Professor Hieyoon Kim's Latest Publication

February 7, 2025

"Critical Times: Interventions in Global Critical Theory" has published East Asian Studies Professor Heiyoon Kim's latest article, "Standing with Myanmar: The Limits and Possibilities of South Korean Art Activism".

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