However, they all recognise the need to gain an understanding of the languages, societies, histories, politics and economies of the Asian region. If you have an interest in Asia, please read this guide book. Feel free to approach staff members regarding course structures and unit offerings, and to discuss how an Asian Studies degree can contribute to your career development. Over fifty years, the ANU has become well established as one of the world's leading centres for research and teaching on Asia. The Faculty of Asian Studies offers units that cover East Asia, Southeast Asia, South Asia, and West Asia.
All degrees offer a unique integration of a language major and an analytical major.
I hope you will agree that the ANU offers an extraordinary range of opportunities. Whether you intend to develop a career or just wish to expand your horizons, I encourage you to enrol in Asian Studies at the Australian National University. Why Asian Studies is Important The economic and political turmoil that has occurred in a number of parts of the Asian region during the last few years actually underlines the importance of Asian studies for Australia. Those in government or business or the military who need to assess current developments in Asian countries, and to predict future trends, require a knowledge of the deeper social, political, and cultural processes that are underway. It is essential for the welfare and security of Australia, in fact, that we have a language-based expertise of the region in which we live.