Course Description

Courses

APS501 Experiential Learning and External Engagement 1 3 Credits
Focuses on practical, hands-on learning experiences through engagement with external organizations, such as communities, institutions, and industry partners. The course aims to develop professional skills, critical thinking, and a deeper understanding of the relationship between educational institutions and external stakeholders. 
     
APS501 Experiential Learning and External Engagement 2 3 Credits
Builds upon prior experiential learning, focusing on applying theories and concepts to solve real-world problems and develop innovations in collaboration with external organizations. The course emphasizes project management, teamwork, and fostering strategic relationships with community or institutional partners.
     
APS503 Experiential Learning and External Engagement 3 3 Credits 
Focuses on integrating advanced knowledge and practical experience. Students collaborate with external organizations to conduct research or develop impactful strategies that benefit communities or institutions. Emphasizes systems thinking, leadership, and creating positive social change.
     
APS600 Foundation and Futures of Asia-Pacific Region  3 Credits
This focuses on exploring the Asia-Pacific region from multiple perspectives, including history, economy, politics, and culture, while examining factors influencing the region’s future. Students will gain foundational knowledge and tools for analyzing and forecasting future trends, enabling them to apply these insights in strategic development and management contexts within the Asia-Pacific region.
     
APS601 Principles of Foresight 3 Credits
This focuses the development of skills in forecasting and analyzing future trends by utilizing various methods and tools such as Scenario Planning, Visioning, Horizon Scanning, and Systems Thinking. These approaches aim to support a holistic perspective and prepare for possible future changes across social, technological, economic, environmental, policy, and international relations dimensions. Additionally, this involves training in strategic analysis skills and generating options for decision-making.
     
APS602 Research Methodology 3 Credits
The purpose of this course is to familiarize student with research process in field of Asia-Pacific Studies, both qualitative and quantitative research, and also help formalize their own research interests. In class, students will explore how to develop  a research problem and research purpose, how to evaluate and choose research methodology, how to develop a theoretical framework and conduct empirical field research. Students will also learn how to critically present and discuss research issues arise in the thesis as well as how to write up their working paper, thesis, and defend their thesis.
     
APS710 Seminar on International Strategy and Policy Implications 3 Credits
This focuses on analyzing strategy and policy issues in the international arena within the context of contemporary changes and challenges. Students will study core theories and concepts in international relations, international politics, and foreign policy analysis, examining case studies related to security, economics, the environment, and human rights. The course provides opportunities for in-depth discussions and hones students’ skills in assessing policy strategies on a global scale.
     

 

Thesis

APS 803 Thesis 36 Credits
This is an in-depth study and research  focused on developing knowledge and research skills in Asia-Pacific studies and futures thinking. Students are required to conduct research on topics related to the Asia-Pacific region, which may include areas such as economics, society, politics, culture, and sustainable development, along with trend analysis and future forecasting. In this course, students will learn research design, data collection, and data analysis, as well as effective presentation of research findings. The course also provides training in critical thinking, academic writing, and professional communication skills.
     
APS 802 Thesis 24 Credits
This is a study and research-oriented  focused on developing knowledge and skills in Asia-Pacific studies and futures thinking. Students are required to conduct research on topics related to the Asia-Pacific region, including trend analysis and future forecasting. In this course, students will learn research design, data collection and analysis, as well as effective presentation of research findings. The course also provides training in critical thinking, academic writing, and professional communication skills.