Overview

By undertaking a multidisciplinary study of Asia, you will cultivate an understanding of Asian societies. We have a particular focus on China and Japan, but also offer courses related to Vietnam, Korea and India.

Features

The Asian Studies program at Saint Mary's University's is the largest program of its kind east of Montreal. With a focus on Asia-related studies, we offer courses in anthropology, geography, history, language, and religion.

Through the University's many international agreements, students can study overseas in China, Japan, and Korea.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Family in China

Survey of East Asian History

History of Japan

Chinese Film and Literature Geography of Japan

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-07-02 00:00:00

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Starting 2025-09-04 00:00:00

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Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

58

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TOEFL^® IBT

90

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Credits

120 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Halifax, Canada

Disciplines

Asian studies View 24 other Bachelors in Asian studies in Canada

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

58

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TOEFL^® IBT

90

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115

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Other requirements

General requirements

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English Proficiency

Students are required to have completed the equivalent of grade 12 level university preparatory English and 4 other university preparatory courses.

Students may be admitted if they have completed the IB Diploma with a total score of 24 points and a minimum grade of 3 in required courses.

For international applicants, the general requirements for admission for each program are comparable to those in 2b, with the noted exception that we will consider a senior-level language course in the applicant's native language in lieu of the grade 12 English language course requirement.

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

2450 CAD/module

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 2450 CAD per module during 48 months.
National

919 CAD/module

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 919 CAD per module during 48 months.

Nova Scotia , Canadian/Permanent Resident: $790.70 per course

Living costs for Halifax

1235 - 1956 CAD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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