The Department of Asian Studies is one of the leading Asian Studies programs in Canada, offering over 80 courses that cover Asian culture, thought, religion, and languages.

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I changed my academic track to Asian Studies as it is such a unique program, enriched with highly specialized faculty members along with their profound research on Asia; particularly socio-cultural and historical concerns, and intersectional issues like gender, race and social justice.

Parboti Roy
PhD Candidate

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Sign up for the Carbon Footprint Challenge!

 
Join the Department of Asian Studies for an informational and engaging 6-week challenge to learn how we can positively change our behaviour to reduce our carbon footprints.

Punjabi-Canadian family of Onkarbir Singh Toor honours his memory through new enhancement fund

 
Learning about Punjabi language and culture through UBC’s Punjabi Oral History class made a lasting impression on former science student, Onkarbir Singh Toor (BSc’16).

Asian Studies Alumni Spotlight Featuring Chandima Silva

 
Interested in what you can do with a degree in Asian Studies? This interview features Chandima Silva (BA 2018). Chandima is the Director of Arts and Culture at the Asia Pacific Youth Council.
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