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East Asian Languages, Literatures & Cultures

JAPN 3010 Third-Year Japanese I
Fall 2026

Emphasizes comprehension and active reproduction of modern Japanese beyond the basic patterns of speech and writing. Various topics on current Japanese culture and society are introduced. Prerequisite: Must have earned …

3.9
Rating
4.3
Difficulty
3.54
GPA
JPTR 3010 Survey of Traditional Japanese Literature
Fall 2025

This course provides an introduction to Japanese literature from earliest times through to the nineteenth century. We will read selections from representative texts and genres, including myth, poetry, prose fiction, …

4.4
Rating
2.5
Difficulty
3.47
GPA
KOR 3010 Advanced Korean I
Fall 2026

A continuation of Intermediate Korean. All four basic skills (listening, speaking, reading, and writing) are equally stressed. Readings and discussions are related to various aspects of modern Korea. Prerequisite: Must …

4.3
Rating
3.8
Difficulty
3.49
GPA
CHIN 3015 Language House Conversation
Fall 2026

For students residing in the Chinese group in Shea House. Prerequisite: instructor permission.

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GPA
JAPN 3015 Language House Conversation
Fall 2026

For students residing in the Japanese group in Shea House. Prerequisite: instructor permission.

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Difficulty
1.30
GPA
KOR 3015 Language House Conversation
Fall 2026

Korean conversation for residents of the Shea language house.

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GPA
CHIN 3020 Pre-Advanced Chinese II
Spring 2026

This course is a continuation of CHIN 3010. Readings and discussion are related to various aspects of modern China. The class is conducted mainly in Mandarin Chinese. All four basic …

4.8
Rating
3.3
Difficulty
3.72
GPA
CHTR 3020 Survey of Modern Chinese Literature
Fall 2026

The Revolutionary Tradition in Modern Chinese Literature and Film is a general introduction to modern Chinese literary culture.

4.0
Rating
3.0
Difficulty
3.64
GPA
JAPN 3020 Third-Year Japanese II
Spring 2026

Continuation of Third-Year Japanese, emphasizing comprehension and active reproduction of modern Japanese beyond the basic patterns of speech and writing. Continued introduction of topics on current Japanese culture and society. …

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Difficulty
3.31
GPA
JPTR 3020 Survey of Modern Japanese Literature
Spring 2026

This is an introductory course to Japanese literary traditions from the late 19th century to the present. By reading a broad range of writings including political accounts, fictional narratives and …

3.7
Rating
3.0
Difficulty
3.75
GPA
KOR 3020 Advanced Korean II
Spring 2026

The second part in a two-semester sequence. All four basic skills (listening, speaking, reading, and writing) are equally stressed. Readings and discussions are related to various aspects of modern Korea. …

5.0
Rating
3.0
Difficulty
3.74
GPA
KRTR 3020 Survey of Modern Korean Literature
Fall 2025

A general introduction to modern Korean literature. Examines the major texts through selected readings of representative writers. Taught in English. Fulfills the non-Western perspectives and Second Writing requirement.

2.4
Rating
4.3
Difficulty
2.98
GPA
TBTN 3020 Advanced Modern Tibetan II
Spring 2021

A continuation of the Advanced Modern Tibetan I language sequence, focusing on advanced grammar, syntax, and structures. Additional emphasis will be placed on mastering oral communication skills through conversation, utilizing …

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3.93
GPA
CHIN 3025 Language House Conversation
Spring 2026

For students residing in the Chinese group in Shea House. Prerequisite: instructor permission.

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GPA
JAPN 3025 Language House Conversation
Spring 2026

For students residing in the Japanese group in Shea House. Prerequisite: instructor permission.

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Difficulty
GPA
KRTR 3030 Survey of Korean Cinema
Spring 2025

A general introduction to Korean cinema. Examines the major films through selections by representative directors. Taught in English. Fulfills the non-Western perspectives requirement

1.6
Rating
4.7
Difficulty
2.99
GPA
TBTN 3040 Advanced Modern Tibetan IV
Spring 2021

A continuation of the Advanced Tibetan language sequence, focusing on advanced grammar, syntax, and structures. Additional emphasis will be placed on mastering oral communications skills through conversation, utilizing grammatical structures …

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Difficulty
4.00
GPA
CHIN 3050 One Book at a Time: Reading China from Cover to Cover
Fall 2026

Students of second or above levels can select a book from a list of great Chinese literary works curated by the instructor to read. Some graded readers will be included …

3.9
Rating
3.3
Difficulty
3.75
GPA
JAPN 3050 Fundamentals of Comprehending Advanced Japanese
Fall 2026

This course focuses on establishing a foundation for advanced Japanese language study by introducing strategies for developing reading and listening comprehension on everyday topics, including skimming, scanning, and kanji-recognition. Students …

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Difficulty
3.55
GPA
JPTR 3100 Myths and Legends of Japan
Spring 2025

A seminar exploring Japan's earliest myths describing the origins of its islands, their gods, and rulers through close readings in English of eighth-century chronicles and poems. Fulfills the Non-Western and …

Rating
Difficulty
3.55
GPA