Politics and Media in East Asia
School of East Asian Studies,
Faculty of Arts and Humanities
Course description
This course offers comprehensive training addressing both international political issues and media trends in East Asia. You will learn about major international and domestic political trends in the region, while developing a comprehensive understanding of the role media plays in these developments.
Modules
Core modules
- International Politics of East Asia
- Media, Culture, and Society in East Asia
- Project
Optional modules
Choose from a range of modules which may include:
- Contemporary Chinese Society and Media
- Media and Public Communication in Japan
- Global Governance and Japan
- The Political Economy of China
- Chinese, Japanese, Korean language
Teaching
There are lectures and small-group seminars.
Assessment
You’ll be assessed on your essays, exams, presentations and an extended project.
Duration
1 year full-time
Entry requirements
You will need a good first degree in any subject. This will normally mean a 2:1 from a university in the UK.
English language requirements
Overall IELTS score of 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each component, or equivalent.
Fees and funding
I’m currently looking into the transition from G7 to G20. I’m interested in the global rebalancing of power with the rise of countries like China and India. In particular, I'm interested in understanding how Japan as a 'risen' power is managing this process in a forum like the G20.
Apply
You can apply for postgraduate study using our Postgraduate Online Application Form. It's a quick and easy process.
Contact
eastasianstudies-admissions@sheffield.ac.uk
+44 114 222 8400
The course information set out here may change before you begin, particularly if you are applying significantly in advance of the start date.