Honolulu,
HI,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Graduate Certificate in Korean Studies in Honolulu United States | University of Hawaii at Manoa
University of Hawaii at Manoa
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Honolulu United States
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Qualification
Graduate Certificate
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
33,648
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months
The Graduate Certificate in Asian Studies equips students with (and validates their acquisition of) advanced expertise on Asia or particular Asian subregions. This certificate program functions as a strategic career enhancement for graduate students in specialized disciplines (such as PhD or MA candidates in sociology, political science, music, or law) as well as for professionals across diverse sectors including business, government, education, legal practice, and public health - fields where interdisciplinary understanding of Asian cultures is increasingly valued. Participants can customize the certificate curriculum to align with their academic aspirations and professional objectives.
Graduate Certificate Learning Outcomes
Upon completing the required coursework for the Graduate Certificate, students will:
Exhibit comprehension of key themes and challenges in arts, humanities, and social sciences as they pertain to Asia or specific Asian regions.
Show proficiency in interpreting research and conducting Asia-focused studies utilizing methodologies from various academic disciplines, including humanities, arts, and social sciences.
The Asian Studies Graduate Program provides seven distinct Graduate Certificates available to all qualified graduate students. Certificate candidates must complete five approved courses (totaling 15 credits) and prove fundamental proficiency in an Asian language.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
A GPA of 3.0 or better in the last four semesters or approximately 60 semester credits (or the equivalent in quarter credits) of work as an undergraduate,
The UHM Graduate Admissions Application form, with fees.
Official copy of academic transcript from each post-secondary school attended. The transcript should be sent from the school you attended directly to UHM Graduate Division. Do not send the transcripts yourself.
International applicants: TOEFL score. The minimum TOEFL score required for acceptance at UHM is 100 on the IBT, lower scores above 61 will be considered on a case by case basis. Students who are admitted with TOEFL scores between 61-100 will be required to attend courses in the English Language Institute, in addition to all Asian Studies Program requirements.
TOEFL iBT - Minimum score 61 TOEFL iBT
IELTS- Minimum score is 6.00 for the IELTS Academic overall band test results.
The UHM Graduate Admissions Application form, with fees.
Official copy of academic transcript from each post-secondary school attended. The transcript should be sent from the school you attended directly to UHM Graduate Division. Do not send the transcripts yourself.
International applicants: TOEFL score. The minimum TOEFL score required for acceptance at UHM is 100 on the IBT, lower scores above 61 will be considered on a case by case basis. Students who are admitted with TOEFL scores between 61-100 will be required to attend courses in the English Language Institute, in addition to all Asian Studies Program requirements.
TOEFL iBT - Minimum score 61 TOEFL iBT
IELTS- Minimum score is 6.00 for the IELTS Academic overall band test results.
Tuition
USD
33,648