Nov 23, 2024
OHIO University Undergraduate Catalog 2019-20

POLS 4440 - East Asia in World Politics


Examines the evolution of East Asia in world politics in the postwar era, including both the historical antecedents and alternative theoretical perspectives, as well as a variety of contemporary, political, economic, and security issues related to this region.

Requisites: POLS 2300 or 2500
Credit Hours: 3
Repeat/Retake Information: May be retaken two times excluding withdrawals, but only last course taken counts.
Lecture/Lab Hours: 3.0 lecture
Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I
Learning Outcomes:
  • Compare and contrast the experience of different countries in East Asia.
  • Describe and explain the basic histories and current challenges faced by states in East Asia.
  • Identify the causes and consequences of key moments of social, economic, and political change that have taken place in East Asia.
  • Use theories of comparative politics and international relations to analyze and explain political outcomes in East Asia.


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