Study Asia from an Interdisciplinary Perspective
Our Asian Studies curriculum offers courses in fields such as politics, history, society, art, religion, philosophy and literature. You will gain the knowledge and skills to understand and intellectually engage with the countries and regions of Asia.
Academic Offerings
- Major in Asian Studies
- Major in Chinese
- Minor in Arabic
- Minor in Asian Studies
- Minor in Asian American Studies
- Minor in Chinese
- Minor in Japanese
When you are ready to apply, submit your application online at admissions.temple.edu/apply.
Our certificate programs are designed to enhance career opportunities in the public, private and nonprofit sectors. Certificates require completion of six skill-based courses, starting with basic language studies for the true beginner.
- Certificate of Specialization in Arabic
- Certificate of Specialization in Chinese
- Certificate of Specialization in Japanese
- Certificate in Asian Business and Society
If you are interested in taking a course as a non-matriculated student, please contact the Office of Continuing Education.
Studies in Hebrew, Hindi and Korean
We offer courses to help you develop a usable proficiency in Hebrew, Hindi and Korean. With these skills, our students go on to careers in education, government, business and more. Students also use their knowledge of these languages to pursue advanced studies.