Asian Languages

  • Minor
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Expand Your Global Skills

Montclair’s Minor in Asian Languages is an 18-credit program where you study two Asian languages in one flexible curriculum. Choose one of Chinese, Japanese or Korean as your primary concentration and add one of the other two as your secondary language, building language proficiency in both.

  • Focus your studies: Select Chinese, Japanese, or Korean as your primary language concentration
  • Broaden your expertise: Pursue a secondary language from Chinese, Japanese or Korean for dual-language proficiency
  • Take courses at every level – from beginner to advanced – in both languages, boosting communication skills and intercultural awareness
  • Explore engaging electives such as Contemporary Chinese Cinema and Society, Japanese Conversation and Culture, Conversational Korean through K-Pop and Popular Culture, and more
  • Gain cultural insight – connect with Asia’s societies through study of film, media, music, literature and business practices
  • Prepare for international opportunities in business, journalism, education, global organizations and more
  • Join a vibrant community that fosters language practice, cultural exchange and participation in exciting cultural events

The Minor in Asian Languages equips you with authentic communication skills, cultivates cultural competence and adaptability, and prepares you to thrive in any career or academic path where global understanding matters. 

See the curriculum.

Related Programs

Montclair State University offers a BA in Asian Languages and Cultures, with minors in Chinese, Japanese and Korean. Students can also choose a minor in Asian Studies, providing additional cultural exploration alongside other academic interests. These programs allow for tailored combinations of language proficiency and multicultural understanding to support diverse career and educational goals.

Global Learning Opportunities
Pair your studies with international programs for a truly global experience. Broaden your perspective and gain real-world skills by taking part in study abroad and international opportunities. These programs let you explore diverse cultures, challenge yourself academically and personally, and prepare for global careers with firsthand knowledge of our interconnected world.

Featured Faculty

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How Language Opened My World

Pamela Hernandez was awarded the prestigious C.Y. Tung Scholarship ($25,000) to join the Semester at Sea program, a study abroad voyage partnering with the United Nations Association of the USA to more than a dozen countries across three continents, dedicated to fostering global understanding.

Pamela Hernandez poses under a tree on Montclair campus.
As an Asian Languages minor, learning Chinese and Korean opened my eyes to the richness of other communities and inspired me to become a bridge between cultures. These languages have deepened my appreciation for cultural exchange and meaningful dialogue.

Pamela Hernandez, C.Y. Tung Scholar – Semester at Sea Fall 2025

Program: Double major Film and Television and Business Administration with a Marketing concentration; Asian Languages minor:

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