Offered By	ANU College of Asia and the Pacific
Academic Contact	Professor Ann Kumar

General Requirements for the Cognitive Major

A cognitive major comprises the equivalent of 8 courses (48 units), of which at least 6 courses (36 units) must come from the Faculty of Asian Studies offerings. The cognitive major may not normally include more than 12 units at first-year level. The cognitive major may include up to 12 units in relevant courses from outside the Faculty. These are listed in the section Summary of Courses', under Further Information.

There is great flexibility in constructing this major and students are invited to select a field of study which best meets their academic need. Ideally the cognitive major will achieve two aims: it will support the study of a chosen Asian society, and it will give exposure to theoretical or disciplinary approaches.

NB: Degree rules allow that students taking the Asian language major (Japanese) may also take the Japanese linguistics major in-lieu of the cognitive major. Students working towards the major in any of these areas are strongly urged to consult the convenor of the relevant field. The convenor will help them design a personal selection of courses that best combines study of an Asian society with disciplinary or theoretical insights.

NB: Students considering taking MEAS2104 Islam History and Institutions, please note that this course is incompatible with ASIA2165

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