Programme structure
NB! The programme structure below is new as of Autumn 2014. Students that were admitted before Autumn 2014, should refer to the old programme structure.
The course of study consists of a total of 120 credits that are distributed in the following manner:
- Compulsory courses, 30 credits
- Elective courses, 30 credits
- One out of four 60 credits "packages" in the 3rd and 4th semester
Recommended order of the course of study
| 4. semester |
EAST4591 – Master's Thesis in East Asian Culture and History (discontinued) or EAST4593 – Master's Thesis in East Asian Culture and History |
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| 3. semester |
EAST4010 – Research Methodology in East Asian Studies (discontinued) and or AMS4900 – International Project Term in Asia and the Middle East or |
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| 2. semester | |||
| 1. semester | EAST4510 – Multiple Modernities in East Asia: Approaches to the Study of Culture and History (discontinued) | Compulsory course according to language of specialization | |
| 10 ECTS credits | 10 ECTS credits | 10 ECTS credits | |
Compulsory courses
In addition to this, you should choose one of the following courses according to your language of specialisation:
- JAP4520 – Traditional Culture in Modern Japan (discontinued)
- KIN4340 – Taiwan Studies
- KOR4504 – Korea: History, Society, Politics (discontinued)
- REL4270 – Tibetan Literary Culture (discontinued)
Elective courses
Available for all students in East Asian Culture and History:
- EAST4010 – Research Methodology in East Asian Studies (discontinued)
- EAL4020 – Topics in the History of East Asian Languages (discontinued)
- EAST4110 – Readings in East Asian Culture and History
- EAST4504 – Religious Traditions in East Asia
- EAST4530 – Topics in East Asian Culture and History (discontinued) (highly recommended)
- EAST4520 – Topics in East Asian Societies and Politics (discontinued)
- EAST4610 – Voices from East Asia: How to Communicate Research Results
- REL4160 – Buddhist Modernities (discontinued)
- REL4181 – Historical Religious Texts (discontinued)
- KIN4111 – Classical Chinese (discontinued)
Available for students with qualifications in Chinese:
- KIN4520 – Recent Developments in Chinese Society
- KIN4530 – Topics in Chinese Ideas and Ideologies (discontinued)
- KIN4540 – Topics in Chinese Society and Politics 2
- KIN4111 – Classical Chinese (discontinued)
Available for students with qualifications in Japanese:
- JAP4110 – Classical Japanese
- JAP4320 – Modern Japan Through Novels
- JAP4530 – Topics in Japanese Society and Politics
- KIN4111 – Classical Chinese (discontinued)
It is possible to apply for recognition of up to 30 credits taken in other subjects from the University of Oslo or other universities when these can be seen as relevant for the candidate’s subject area for the Master's thesis. This form (only in Norwegian) should be filled out and sent to the student adviser if you wish to do so.
Master's thesis and courses prepating the student for thesis work
During your 3rd and 4th semester, you should choose one of the following options:
Option 1:
- EAST4010 - Research Methodology in East Asia Studies (20 credits)
- EAST4610 - Voices from East Asia: How to Communicate Research Results (10 credits) or EAST4110 – Readings in East Asian Culture and History
- EAST4593 - Master's Thesis in East Asian Culture and History (30 credits)
Option 2:
- AMS4900 - International Project Term in Asia and the Middle East (30 credits)
- EAST4593 - Master's Thesis in East Asian Culture and History (30 credits)
Option 3:
Option 4:
Practical information for Master students at IKOS
On the department's web site you will find important information and relevant links for Master students at IKOS, especially concerning the Master's thesis.
Diploma and degree
The diploma is issued when you have completed the courses that meet the requirements for a degree. Read more about diplomas.