In Asianet´s online courses you gain key knowledge of Asian history and contemporary societies as well as business environments.
The Finnish University Network for Asian Studies (Asianet) promotes education and research on Asia in Finland. The Network offers online courses on both introductory and advanced levels. Some of the courses can also be completed at an open university.
The coordination unit of the Asia Network is located in the Centre for East Asian Studies at the University of Turku (CEAS). CEAS is the only academic research centre in Finland that focuses on contemporary East Asia from the perspective of social sciences in both research and teaching.
The courses of the Asia Network offered as open university education are organized in cooperation with CEAS. On Asianet's website you can find more information about all the network's courses.
Introduction to Chinese History 5 ECTS credits
The course introduces students to Chinese history from the Stone Age to the present. The focus is on the political development and change of the Chinese state and society, classical Chinese political philosophy and statecraft, dynastic political system and its cycles of rise and fall, the dynamics of the interaction between ‘barbarians’ and the Chinese civilization as well as Western influence in China. Also the modern and contemporary histories of China are introduced and the historical roots of the modern Chinese society discussed during the course.
Online course 1.10.2024 - 31.7.2025. Lectures 24 h and home exam on lectures and literature.
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> Registration 3.12.2024. - 31.1.2025 See in English
Introduction to Business in Asia 3 ECTS credits (MOOC)
This course provides you with basic information about business in this macro-region. Students will learn transferable skills such as searching and summarizing new information, and identifying and understanding key issues related to business in Asia.
The course covers the three major regions in Asia: East, South and Southeast Asia, with specific focus on China and India.
Online course in the spring term 2025. Students take the course independently in the DigiCampus-learning environment during the course period.
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> Study guide
> Registration 3.12.2024 - 2.1.2025 See in English
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