Master of Asian and Pacific Studies (7514) in Canberra Australia | The Australian National University

This two-year program enhances your specialized understanding of Asian and Pacific Studies through comprehensive knowledge and original research. MAPS provides an immersive exploration of national and cross-border dynamics involving populations, innovations, languages, and intellectual currents. You'll gain focused expertise by concentrating on specific Asian and Pacific territories, academic fields, or thematic concentrations (including governance and global relations, heritage and cultural studies, ecology, social equity, or linguistic interpretation). The curriculum supports language acquisition to strengthen your specialized research. Students interested in self-directed projects can undertake sophisticated investigation through a thesis component. The Master of Asian and Pacific Studies connects you with one of the world's premier academic communities specializing in Asia-Pacific scholarship. ANU leads globally in Asian and Pacific language instruction and provides exceptional overseas study options. Graduates emerge prepared for careers demanding sophisticated Asia-Pacific expertise, refined research capabilities, and advanced independent project execution.

Career Pathways
This qualification prepares graduates for professional fields requiring profound Asia-Pacific knowledge, superior research and communication abilities, and expert-level independent initiative. The thesis track creates a foundation for doctoral studies.

Program Objectives
Develop sophisticated comprehension of Asian and Pacific cultural systems, social structures, political frameworks, ecological contexts, and historical developments.

Employ cross-disciplinary approaches and advanced analytical techniques to investigate critical Asia-Pacific issues.