BA East Asian Studies

Study or work in another country

Spending time abroad during your degree is a great way to explore different cultures, gain a new perspective and experience a life-changing opportunity and one you will never forget. 

For the majority of our courses you can apply to spend a year abroad after you've joined the University. There are also some courses which have a compulsory year abroad as part of the degree.

We have partner universities worldwide. You can apply to spend time in destinations including Australia, Canada, Europe, India, New Zealand, Singapore and the USA.

Spending time abroad during your degree is a great way to explore different cultures, gain a new perspective and experience a life-changing opportunity and one you will never forget. 

On this course you have the opportunity to apply to add a year abroad, usually between the second and third year. We have over 250 University partners worldwide and popular destinations for our students include Europe, the USA, Canada, Australia, Singapore and Hong Kong. 

Find out more on the Global Opportunities website.

Short-term international experiences

Summer schools give you the chance to study abroad during the summer break. Some degrees offer field trips. We also offer support for students who volunteer internationally and undertake work placements abroad.

Find out more about the scheme

See which destinations are available to East Asian Studies students

Student experience

There’s no better way to gain life experiences that will stay with you forever then studying in another country.

Tia Darrington BA East Asian Studies

Tia is studying on our BA East Asian Studies programme and applied for a year abroad through the University Global Opportunities programme. She was successful in securing a place at Seoul National University.

East Asian fieldwork

The East Asian Fieldwork trip is an optional second year modules available to our BA East Asian Studies students. The module involves a two week trip to East Asia to undertake in country research.

This is an exciting opportunity for you to spend time in one of the countries you are studying as part of your degree. You’ll travel to East Asia as a group along with academic staff. During your stay you’ll be able to immerse yourself in local culture, explore your host city and conduct in-country research which will enhance your understanding of East Asia and contribute to your overall degree.

This trip is designed, not only as a chance for you to visit East Asia but provides you with an opportunity to develop a better understanding of the region and improve your research skills, ability to learn independently and manage projects effectively.

Funding your East Asian field trip

The East Asian field trip is funded by the school, with students only needing to pay visa costs and living expenses whilst abroad such as food, drinks and social activities.