Students read widely in a Southeast Asian language about politics, popular culture, society, economics, litreature and religion of the country concerned.

Students critically read texts (in the case of Bahasa Indonesia, from the newsmagazine "Tempo") aspreparation for weekly discussions ina 90-minute class.

In addition, students prepare two short reports during the semester and one 2,000 word final essay.

By the end of the course learners of the Southeast Asian language will have significantly increased their proficiency in reading and writing, and will be able to discuss complex ideas about contemporary issues. They will also have gained substantial knowledge about recent social, plitical and cultural developments in the country they study.

Two 750 word critical reports (totalling 20%)

One 2,000-word final essay (40%)

Performance and participation in fortnightly discussions (totalling 25%).

Weekly 90-minute class sessions.

Completion of Year in Asia, or a Distinction average in third year language.

with SEAI3004

Students are strongly advised to take a supporting course (focused on historical background culture, linguistics, anthropology etc) before enrolling in this vernacular language Reading Course.