University General Course Catalog 2026-2027 
    
    Oct 23, 2026  
University General Course Catalog 2026-2027

GEOG 489 - East Asia

(3 units)
Regional and national analysis of the physical, political and cultural geography of China, Japan, and Korea. Comparison of varied development experiences.

Grading Basis: Graded
Units of Lecture: 3
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. discuss the major biophysical and/or social patterns in the East Asia and the key drivers that give rise to those patterns.
2. analyze these regional patterns using geographical concepts.
3. apply critical thinking, writing, and creative skills to analyze cultural and social relationships and processes in a regional context.


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