EAS Language Programs
Learning a new language opens doors to new cultures, career opportunities, and personal growth. At the Department of East Asian Studies, we believe that language is more than just words – it is a gateway to understanding the world.
Our department offers three large language programs – Chinese, Japanese, and Korean – which, uniquely in Canada, provide semester and annual courses from introductory study through advanced 400‑level coursework.
For the East Asian Studies Specialist and Major programs, completion of 300‑level and 200‑level language courses, respectively, is required. In cases where language courses are divided into sequential half‑courses, completion of the second (more advanced) course is required. Students who are ready to move beyond 300‑level study can further develop advanced proficiency through 400‑level courses focused on academic, professional, and specialized language use.