Department of Central Eurasian Studies
Bachelor of Arts in Central Eurasian Studies
Students on Summer 2024, Fall 2024, or Spring 2025 requirements CEUSBA1
Requirements
The major requires at least 30 credit hours, including the requirements listed below.
- Introductory Course. One (1) course:
- CEUS-R 290 Introduction to Central Asia, Mongolia, and Tibet
- CEUS-R 292 Introduction to Turkic and Iranian Civilization
- CEUS-R 294 Introduction to Hungary, Estonia, and Finland
CEUS-R 290 Introduction to Central Asia, Mongolia, and Tibet
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Central Asia, Mongolia, and Tibet have a unique legacy in the world today: nomads, Silk Road, Islam, Buddhism, Russo-Chinese rivalry, Communism, and resistance. This course will provide a broad overview of trends and issues in this crossroads of cultures and civilizations through a combination of lectures, discussions, and guest presentations.
- Spring 2025CASE GCCcourseFall 2024CASE GCCcourse
- Spring 2025CASE SHcourseFall 2024CASE SHcourse
CEUS-R 292 Introduction to Turkic and Iranian Civilization
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Introduction to the Turkic and Iranian peoples of Iran, Turkey, Afghanistan, and Central Asia. Introduces languages, literatures, and cultures; covers history, society, and economy with a focus on Islam and socio-political movements today. Includes guest lectures, films, museum visits, and musical and dance performances.
- Spring 2025CASE GCCcourseFall 2024CASE GCCcourse
- Spring 2025CASE SHcourseFall 2024CASE SHcourse
CEUS-R 294 Introduction to Hungary, Estonia, and Finland
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Introduction to Hungary, Estonia, and Finland, three European nations whose peoples speak unique Uralic languages. Covers their culture and history as shaped by their Uralic heritage and by Germanic, Turkish, and Slavic conquerors. Focuses on national awakenings, independence, communism, and their role in Europe today.
- Spring 2025CASE GCCcourseFall 2024CASE GCCcourse
- Spring 2025CASE SHcourseFall 2024CASE SHcourse
- Tracks. One (1) of the following options:
- Central Eurasian Studies.
- Central Eurasian Language through Second Year*. At least eight (8) credit hours in one (1) language:
- CEUS-T 201 Intermediate Finnish I
- CEUS-T 202 Intermediate Finnish II
- CEUS-T 203 Intermediate Estonian I
- CEUS-T 204 Intermediate Estonian II
- CEUS-T 211 Intermediate Uzbek I
- CEUS-T 212 Intermediate Uzbek II
- CEUS-T 231 Intermediate Uyghur I
- CEUS-T 232 Intermediate Uyghur II
- CEUS-T 241 Intermediate Hungarian I
- CEUS-T 242 Intermediate Hungarian II
- CEUS-T 251 Intermediate Persian I
- CEUS-T 252 Intermediate Persian II
- CEUS-T 261 Intermediate Mongolian I
- CEUS-T 262 Intermediate Mongolian II
- CEUS-T 271 Intermediate Tibetan I
- CEUS-T 272 Intermediate Tibetan II
- CEUS-T 281 Intermediate Turkish I
- CEUS-T 282 Intermediate Turkish II
CEUS-T 201 Intermediate Finnish I
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CEUS-T 102 or CEUS-U 122 with a grade of C or higher; or consent of department
- Description
- Geared to students who know the basics of Finnish to communicate in situations related to study, work, and leisure, while learning specific issues of Finnish culture and history. Methods are learner centered, communicative and often problem-based.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CEUS-T 201 or CEUS-U 221.
CEUS-T 202 Intermediate Finnish II
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CEUS-T 201 or CEUS-U 221 with a grade of C or higher; or consent of department
- Description
- Continues and reinforces language skills learned in CEUS-T 201 or CEUS-U 221.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CEUS-T 202 or CEUS-U 222.
CEUS-T 203 Intermediate Estonian I
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CEUS-T 104 or CEUS-U 112 with a grade of C or higher; or consent of department
- Description
- Builds on skills acquired in introductory courses. First year topics are reviewed in more detail and new topics, such as seasons, holidays, traditions, and customs are added. Longer reading texts are introduced. Video materials train listening comprehension. Development of conversation skills beyond the structured exchanges of the introductory level.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CEUS-T 203 or CEUS-U 211.
CEUS-T 204 Intermediate Estonian II
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CEUS-T 203 or CEUS-U 211 with a grade of C or higher; or consent of department
- Description
- Finishes covering Estonian structures (morphology and syntax) and develops skills by reading, conversation, discussion, oral presentations, a weekly journal and short essays, and listening. Materials used to introduce Estonian culture include current press sources (print and Internet), short fiction, poetry, documentaries, feature films, and news programs.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CEUS-T 204 or CEUS-U 212.
CEUS-T 211 Intermediate Uzbek I
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CEUS-T 112 or CEUS-U 172 with a grade of C or higher; or consent of department
- Description
- Increases fluency in speaking and develops listening and reading skills. With extensive conversation and reading practice, students extend their vocabulary and grammar fundamentals in the literary language of Uzbekistan. Journals, newspapers and authentic materials supplied via Internet, email, and Oncourse illustrate modern life and language in Uzbekistan.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CEUS-T 211 or CEUS-U 271.
CEUS-T 212 Intermediate Uzbek II
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CEUS-T 211 or CEUS-U 271 with a grade of C or higher; or consent of department
- Description
- Continues language skills of CEUS-T 211.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CEUS-T 212 or CEUS-U 272.
CEUS-T 231 Intermediate Uyghur I
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CEUS-T 132 or CEUS-U 116 with a grade of C or higher; or consent of department
- Description
- Expands grammatical, lexical, and functional skills. Listening activities involve narratives, interviews from RFA (Uyghur Erkin Asiya Radiosi), and Uyghur TV. Contemporary Eastern Turkestan's society is introduced to facilitate effective situational communication.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CEUS-T 231 or CEUS-U 215.
CEUS-T 232 Intermediate Uyghur II
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CEUS-T 231 or CEUS-U 215 with a grade of C or higher; or consent of department
- Description
- Further develops language skills and introduces contemporary Turkestan, its culture and mentality, so students communicate effectively. Also included are translation skills, partner work and discussions, authentic listening and video material. Independent work outside of class is essential.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one CEUS-T 232 or CEUS-U 216.
CEUS-T 241 Intermediate Hungarian I
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CEUS-T 142 or CEUS-U 132 with a grade of C or higher; or consent of department
- Description
- Helps students converse more fluently about personal and simple academic topics, articulate feelings and opinions, read short literary and scholarly texts, and write for basic personal, business, and academic purposes. Authentic texts and video teach about the lifestyle and socio-historical facts of Hungary.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CEUS-T 241 or CEUS-U 231.
CEUS-T 242 Intermediate Hungarian II
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CEUS-T 241 or CEUS-U 231 with a grade of C or higher; or consent of department
- Description
- Helps students converse more fluently about personal and simple academic topics, articulate their feelings and opinions, read short literary and scholarly texts, and write for basic personal, business, and academic purposes. Authentic texts and video teach about Hungary. Moderately complex grammatical forms are introduced.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CEUS-T 242 or CEUS-U 232.
CEUS-T 251 Intermediate Persian I
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CEUS-T 152 or CEUS-U 178 with a grade of C or higher; or consent of department
- Description
- Covers a wide range of topics and intermediate to advanced grammar.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CEUS-T 251 or CEUS-U 277.
CEUS-T 252 Intermediate Persian II
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CEUS-T 251 or CEUS-U 277 with a grade of C or higher; or consent of department
- Description
- Concentrates on complex grammatical structures and vocabulary acquisition with emphasis on reading and writing skills, and fluency in modern colloquial pronunciation (Tehran dialect). Studies texts drawn from modern Iranian publications, authentic materials, and Internet resources.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CEUS-T 252 or CEUS-U 278.
CEUS-T 261 Intermediate Mongolian I
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CEUS-T 162 or CEUS-U 142 with a grade of C or higher; or consent of department
- Description
- Expands the basic Mongolian conversation, grammar, reading, and writing skills mastered in first year. Introduces the most useful kinds of compound and complex sentences and develops skills to use them in conversation and writing. Furthers knowledge of Mongolian culture and tradition.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CEUS-T 162 or CEUS-U 142.
CEUS-T 262 Intermediate Mongolian II
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CEUS-T 261 or CEUS-U 241 with a grade of C or higher; or consent of department
- Description
- Expands basic Mongolian conversation, grammar, reading, and writing skills. Introduces the most useful kinds of compounds and complex sentences and voice infixes in conversation and writing. Furthers knowledge of Mongolian culture and tradition.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CEUS-T 262 or CEUS-U 242.
CEUS-T 271 Intermediate Tibetan I
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CEUS-T 172 or CEUS-U 152 with a grade of C or higher; or consent of department
- Description
- Further develops skills in Tibetan for effective communication. Speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills are developed throughout the course with attention to grammar. Special attention to classical Tibetan readings.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CEUS-T 271 or CEUS-U 251.
CEUS-T 272 Intermediate Tibetan II
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CEUS-T 271 or CEUS-U 251 with a grade of C or higher; or consent of department
- Description
- Further develops skills with basic features of Tibetan language. Materials such as short stories and articles used for writing and reading assignments.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CEUS-T 272 or CEUS-U 252.
CEUS-T 281 Intermediate Turkish I
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CEUS-T 182 or CEUS-U 162 with a grade of C or higher; or consent of department
- Description
- Expands communicative skills, grammar, and vocabulary skills. Class activities and homework involve listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Special attention paid to building richer vocabulary, developing competence in the vernacular, and improving reading. Recordings, films, handicrafts, and cartoons used in context.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CEUS-T 281 or CEUS-U 261.
CEUS-T 282 Intermediate Turkish II
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CEUS-T 281 or CEUS-U 261 with a grade of C or higher
- Description
- Continues skills learned in CEUS-T 281.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CEUS-T 282 or CEUS-U 262.
- Central Eurasian Studies Electives. Additional courses, as needed, to fulfill remaining requirements:
- Any CEUS-R 200–299
- Any CEUS-R 300–399
- Any CEUS-R 400–499 except CEUS-R 491
- Any CEUS-T 300–399
- Any CEUS-T 400–499
- Any CEUS-X 400–499
- Central Eurasian Language through Second Year*. At least eight (8) credit hours in one (1) language:
- Language and Civilization.
- Central Eurasian Language through Third Year*. At least 16 credit hours in one (1) language:
- CEUS-T 201 Intermediate Finnish I
- CEUS-T 202 Intermediate Finnish II
- CEUS-T 203 Intermediate Estonian I
- CEUS-T 204 Intermediate Estonian II
- CEUS-T 211 Intermediate Uzbek I
- CEUS-T 212 Intermediate Uzbek II
- CEUS-T 231 Intermediate Uyghur I
- CEUS-T 232 Intermediate Uyghur II
- CEUS-T 241 Intermediate Hungarian I
- CEUS-T 242 Intermediate Hungarian II
- CEUS-T 251 Intermediate Persian I
- CEUS-T 252 Intermediate Persian II
- CEUS-T 261 Intermediate Mongolian I
- CEUS-T 262 Intermediate Mongolian II
- CEUS-T 271 Intermediate Tibetan I
- CEUS-T 272 Intermediate Tibetan II
- CEUS-T 281 Intermediate Turkish I
- CEUS-T 282 Intermediate Turkish II
- CEUS-T 301 Advanced Finnish I
- CEUS-T 302 Advanced Finnish II
- CEUS-T 303 Advanced Estonian I
- CEUS-T 304 Advanced Estonian II
- CEUS-T 311 Advanced Uzbek I
- CEUS-T 312 Advanced Uzbek II
- CEUS-T 331 Advanced Uyghur I
- CEUS-T 332 Advanced Uyghur II
- CEUS-T 341 Advanced Hungarian I
- CEUS-T 342 Advanced Hungarian II
- CEUS-T 351 Advanced Persian I
- CEUS-T 352 Advanced Persian II
- CEUS-T 361 Advanced Mongolian I
- CEUS-T 362 Advanced Mongolian II
- CEUS-T 371 Advanced Tibetan I
- CEUS-T 372 Advanced Tibetan II
- CEUS-T 381 Advanced Turkish I
- CEUS-T 382 Advanced Turkish II
CEUS-T 201 Intermediate Finnish I
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CEUS-T 102 or CEUS-U 122 with a grade of C or higher; or consent of department
- Description
- Geared to students who know the basics of Finnish to communicate in situations related to study, work, and leisure, while learning specific issues of Finnish culture and history. Methods are learner centered, communicative and often problem-based.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CEUS-T 201 or CEUS-U 221.
CEUS-T 202 Intermediate Finnish II
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CEUS-T 201 or CEUS-U 221 with a grade of C or higher; or consent of department
- Description
- Continues and reinforces language skills learned in CEUS-T 201 or CEUS-U 221.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CEUS-T 202 or CEUS-U 222.
CEUS-T 203 Intermediate Estonian I
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CEUS-T 104 or CEUS-U 112 with a grade of C or higher; or consent of department
- Description
- Builds on skills acquired in introductory courses. First year topics are reviewed in more detail and new topics, such as seasons, holidays, traditions, and customs are added. Longer reading texts are introduced. Video materials train listening comprehension. Development of conversation skills beyond the structured exchanges of the introductory level.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CEUS-T 203 or CEUS-U 211.
CEUS-T 204 Intermediate Estonian II
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CEUS-T 203 or CEUS-U 211 with a grade of C or higher; or consent of department
- Description
- Finishes covering Estonian structures (morphology and syntax) and develops skills by reading, conversation, discussion, oral presentations, a weekly journal and short essays, and listening. Materials used to introduce Estonian culture include current press sources (print and Internet), short fiction, poetry, documentaries, feature films, and news programs.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CEUS-T 204 or CEUS-U 212.
CEUS-T 211 Intermediate Uzbek I
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CEUS-T 112 or CEUS-U 172 with a grade of C or higher; or consent of department
- Description
- Increases fluency in speaking and develops listening and reading skills. With extensive conversation and reading practice, students extend their vocabulary and grammar fundamentals in the literary language of Uzbekistan. Journals, newspapers and authentic materials supplied via Internet, email, and Oncourse illustrate modern life and language in Uzbekistan.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CEUS-T 211 or CEUS-U 271.
CEUS-T 212 Intermediate Uzbek II
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CEUS-T 211 or CEUS-U 271 with a grade of C or higher; or consent of department
- Description
- Continues language skills of CEUS-T 211.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CEUS-T 212 or CEUS-U 272.
CEUS-T 231 Intermediate Uyghur I
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CEUS-T 132 or CEUS-U 116 with a grade of C or higher; or consent of department
- Description
- Expands grammatical, lexical, and functional skills. Listening activities involve narratives, interviews from RFA (Uyghur Erkin Asiya Radiosi), and Uyghur TV. Contemporary Eastern Turkestan's society is introduced to facilitate effective situational communication.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CEUS-T 231 or CEUS-U 215.
CEUS-T 232 Intermediate Uyghur II
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CEUS-T 231 or CEUS-U 215 with a grade of C or higher; or consent of department
- Description
- Further develops language skills and introduces contemporary Turkestan, its culture and mentality, so students communicate effectively. Also included are translation skills, partner work and discussions, authentic listening and video material. Independent work outside of class is essential.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one CEUS-T 232 or CEUS-U 216.
CEUS-T 241 Intermediate Hungarian I
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CEUS-T 142 or CEUS-U 132 with a grade of C or higher; or consent of department
- Description
- Helps students converse more fluently about personal and simple academic topics, articulate feelings and opinions, read short literary and scholarly texts, and write for basic personal, business, and academic purposes. Authentic texts and video teach about the lifestyle and socio-historical facts of Hungary.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CEUS-T 241 or CEUS-U 231.
CEUS-T 242 Intermediate Hungarian II
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CEUS-T 241 or CEUS-U 231 with a grade of C or higher; or consent of department
- Description
- Helps students converse more fluently about personal and simple academic topics, articulate their feelings and opinions, read short literary and scholarly texts, and write for basic personal, business, and academic purposes. Authentic texts and video teach about Hungary. Moderately complex grammatical forms are introduced.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CEUS-T 242 or CEUS-U 232.
CEUS-T 251 Intermediate Persian I
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CEUS-T 152 or CEUS-U 178 with a grade of C or higher; or consent of department
- Description
- Covers a wide range of topics and intermediate to advanced grammar.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CEUS-T 251 or CEUS-U 277.
CEUS-T 252 Intermediate Persian II
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CEUS-T 251 or CEUS-U 277 with a grade of C or higher; or consent of department
- Description
- Concentrates on complex grammatical structures and vocabulary acquisition with emphasis on reading and writing skills, and fluency in modern colloquial pronunciation (Tehran dialect). Studies texts drawn from modern Iranian publications, authentic materials, and Internet resources.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CEUS-T 252 or CEUS-U 278.
CEUS-T 261 Intermediate Mongolian I
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CEUS-T 162 or CEUS-U 142 with a grade of C or higher; or consent of department
- Description
- Expands the basic Mongolian conversation, grammar, reading, and writing skills mastered in first year. Introduces the most useful kinds of compound and complex sentences and develops skills to use them in conversation and writing. Furthers knowledge of Mongolian culture and tradition.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CEUS-T 162 or CEUS-U 142.
CEUS-T 262 Intermediate Mongolian II
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CEUS-T 261 or CEUS-U 241 with a grade of C or higher; or consent of department
- Description
- Expands basic Mongolian conversation, grammar, reading, and writing skills. Introduces the most useful kinds of compounds and complex sentences and voice infixes in conversation and writing. Furthers knowledge of Mongolian culture and tradition.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CEUS-T 262 or CEUS-U 242.
CEUS-T 271 Intermediate Tibetan I
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CEUS-T 172 or CEUS-U 152 with a grade of C or higher; or consent of department
- Description
- Further develops skills in Tibetan for effective communication. Speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills are developed throughout the course with attention to grammar. Special attention to classical Tibetan readings.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CEUS-T 271 or CEUS-U 251.
CEUS-T 272 Intermediate Tibetan II
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CEUS-T 271 or CEUS-U 251 with a grade of C or higher; or consent of department
- Description
- Further develops skills with basic features of Tibetan language. Materials such as short stories and articles used for writing and reading assignments.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CEUS-T 272 or CEUS-U 252.
CEUS-T 281 Intermediate Turkish I
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CEUS-T 182 or CEUS-U 162 with a grade of C or higher; or consent of department
- Description
- Expands communicative skills, grammar, and vocabulary skills. Class activities and homework involve listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Special attention paid to building richer vocabulary, developing competence in the vernacular, and improving reading. Recordings, films, handicrafts, and cartoons used in context.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CEUS-T 281 or CEUS-U 261.
CEUS-T 282 Intermediate Turkish II
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CEUS-T 281 or CEUS-U 261 with a grade of C or higher
- Description
- Continues skills learned in CEUS-T 281.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CEUS-T 282 or CEUS-U 262.
CEUS-T 301 Advanced Finnish I
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CEUS-T 202 or CEUS-U 222 with a grade of C or higher
- Description
- Teaches advanced skills desirable for academia and work. The goal is to communicate effectively in demanding oral and written situations, and to handle both writing and speech on demanding topics. Also widens knowledge of Finnish culture and history.
CEUS-T 302 Advanced Finnish II
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CEUS-T 301 with a grade of C or higher
- Description
- Teaches advanced skills desirable for academic life and work. Teaches effective communication in demanding oral and written situations, and an understanding of writing and speech on demanding topics. Also widens knowledge of Finnish culture and history.
CEUS-T 303 Advanced Estonian I
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CEUS-T 204 or CEUS-U 212 with a grade of C or higher
- Description
- Builds students' confidence as language users via class discussion of newspaper articles, fiction and poetry, class presentations, journal entries, summaries of articles, film and news clips, short essays, TV broadcasts, and audiotape recordings. Focuses on structures of formal written Estonian and different registers of oral production.
CEUS-T 304 Advanced Estonian II
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CEUS-T 303 with a grade of C or higher; or consent of department
- Description
- Consolidates students' knowledge of Estonian structure, and adds to vocabulary, especially in students' areas of interest. While speaking, reading, listening, and writing are developed, this course has more emphasis on reading and writing. Independent work and student contribution a must; class is tailored to individual interests.
CEUS-T 311 Advanced Uzbek I
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CEUS-T 212 or CEUS-U 272 with a grade of C or higher
- Description
- Increases oral fluency, and develops listening, reading and writing based on literary Uzbek. Enables students to do research in history, culture, and politics. Extensive conversation and reading practice uses journals and newspapers illustrating modern Uzbekistan, websites, videos, TV, and audiotapes.
CEUS-T 312 Advanced Uzbek II
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CEUS-T 311 with a grade of C or higher
- Description
- Increases oral fluency and develops listening, reading, and writing skills to enable students to do research in history, literature, and culture. Extensive conversation and reading practice using newspapers and journals illustrating Uzbek history, literature, and modern life, plus Uzbek videos, TV programs, and audiotapes.
CEUS-T 331 Advanced Uyghur I
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CEUS-T 232 or CEUS-U 216 with a grade of C or higher
- Description
- Students give oral, reading, and writing presentations; participate in class discussions; and practice translation. Excerpts from novels, movies, newspapers, and other media develop knowledge of Uyghur culture.
CEUS-T 332 Advanced Uyghur II
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CEUS-T 331 with a grade of C or higher
- Description
- Students give oral, reading, and writing presentations; participate in class discussions; and practice translation. Excerpts from novels, movies, newspapers, and other media develop knowledge of Uyghur culture.
CEUS-T 341 Advanced Hungarian I
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CEUS-T 242 or CEUS-U 232 with a grade of C or higher
- Description
- Assumes four semesters of Hungarian and substantial knowledge of grammar, syntax, and vocabulary. Enables students to converse about moderately complex personal, social, and academic topics; to read and understand a full range of literary genres; and to write and translate to meet most personal and academic needs.
CEUS-T 342 Advanced Hungarian II
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CEUS-T 341 with a grade of C or higher
- Description
- Students continue to learn how to converse about moderately complex personal, social, and academic topics; read and understand a range of genres; and write and translate for personal and academic needs. Through readings, students extend vocabulary and develop a more academic style for conversation and writing.
CEUS-T 351 Advanced Persian I
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CEUS-T 252 or CEUS-U 278 with a grade of C or higher
- Description
- Students examine the classical Persian tradition's rich legacy of historical, literary, and religious writings and learn the grammatical and lexical differences distinguishing classical from modern Persian. Introduction to basic research tools and reference works. Readings cover the range of classical Persian texts.
CEUS-T 352 Advanced Persian II
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CEUS-T 351 with a grade of C or higher
- Description
- Continues and builds upon skills learned in CEUS-T 351.
CEUS-T 361 Advanced Mongolian I
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CEUS-T 262 or CEUS-U 242 with a grade of C or higher
- Description
- Review of compound and complex sentences. Develops a sense of Mongolian literary style through the reading of diverse materials. In-class oral presentations, discussions, and role-play increase fluency. Translation exercises enhance knowledge of Mongolian culture and history.
CEUS-T 362 Advanced Mongolian II
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CEUS-T 361 with a grade of C or higher
- Description
- Development of a sense of Mongolian literary style through the reading of diverse materials; improvement of fluency by oral presentations, class discussions, and role-playing; practice of formal translation using Internet and newspaper materials. Further develops knowledge of Mongolian culture and literary history.
CEUS-T 371 Advanced Tibetan I
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CEUS-T 272 or CEUS-U 252 with a grade of C or higher
- Description
- Expands knowledge of grammar with reading and composition exercises, and translation of general texts from Tibetan into English. Focuses on reading in modern and classical Tibetan.
CEUS-T 372 Advanced Tibetan II
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CEUS-T 371 with a grade of C or higher
- Description
- Further develops advanced skills for academic and professional work. Materials are selected from writings and translations of classical and modern Tibetan. Daily writing and translation assignments. Expands knowledge of Tibetan culture and history.
CEUS-T 381 Advanced Turkish I
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CEUS-T 282 or CEUS-U 262 with a grade of C or higher
- Description
- Requires written reports after watching Turkish TV news. Class activities improve language skills of listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Opportunity to interact with native speakers outside of class.
CEUS-T 382 Advanced Turkish II
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CEUS-T 381 with a grade of C or higher
- Description
- Expands language proficiency using innovative methods described in CEUS-T 381.
- Language and Civilization Electives. At least four (4) courses:
- Any CEUS-R 200–299
- Any CEUS-R 300–399
- Any CEUS-R 400–499 except CEUS-R 491
- Any CEUS-T 400–499
- Any CEUS-X 400–499
- Central Eurasian Language through Third Year*. At least 16 credit hours in one (1) language:
- Central Eurasian Studies.
- Capstone. One (1) course:
- CEUS-R 491 Capstone Seminar in Central Eurasian Studies
CEUS-R 491 Capstone Seminar in Central Eurasian Studies
- Credits
- 3
- Prerequisites
- CEUS major; senior standing; and consent of supervising faculty
- Description
- Requires the preparation of an original thesis or research project that brings together the student's interests, region, and language of specialization and demonstrates accumulated training in the field. The project must be produced under the supervision of a faculty member.
- Major GPA, Hours, and Minimum Grade Requirements.
- Major GPA. A GPA of at least 2.000 for all courses taken in the major—including those where a grade lower than C- is earned—is required.
- Major Minimum Grade. Except for the GPA requirement, a grade of C- or higher is required for a course to count toward a requirement in the major.
- Major Upper Division Credit Hours. At least 18 credit hours in the major must be completed at the 300–499 level.
- Major Residency. At least 18 credit hours in the major must be completed in courses taken through the Indiana University Bloomington campus or an IU-administered or IU co-sponsored Overseas Study program.
- College Breadth. At least 58 credit hours must be completed in courses from College of Arts and Sciences disciplines outside of the major area.
Notes
Major Area Courses
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Unless otherwise noted below, the following courses are considered in the academic program and will count toward academic program requirements as appropriate:
- Any course at the 100–499 level with the
CEUSsubject area prefix—as well as any other subject areas that are deemed functionally equivalent - Any course contained on the course lists for the academic program requirements at the time the course is taken—as well as any other courses that are deemed functionally equivalent—except for those listed only under Addenda Requirements
- Any course directed to a non-Addenda requirement through an approved exception
- Any course at the 100–499 level with the
Exclusions
The following courses cannot be applied toward major requirements or the College Breadth requirement (unless otherwise noted) :
- CEUS-T 101 Introductory Finnish I *
- CEUS-T 102 Introductory Finnish II *
- CEUS-T 103 Introductory Estonian I *
- CEUS-T 104 Introductory Estonian II *
- CEUS-T 111 Introductory Uzbek I *
- CEUS-T 112 Introductory Uzbek II *
- CEUS-T 113 Introductory Kazakh I *
- CEUS-T 114 Introductory Kazakh II *
- CEUS-T 115 Introductory Tajik I *
- CEUS-T 116 Introductory Tajik II *
- CEUS-T 117 Introductory Turkmen I *
- CEUS-T 118 Introductory Turkmen II *
- CEUS-T 131 Introductory Uyghur I *
- CEUS-T 132 Introductory Uyghur II *
- CEUS-T 141 Introductory Hungarian I *
- CEUS-T 142 Introductory Hungarian II *
- CEUS-T 151 Introductory Persian I *
- CEUS-T 152 Introductory Persian II *
- CEUS-T 153 Introductory Pashto I *
- CEUS-T 154 Introductory Pashto II *
- CEUS-T 161 Introductory Mongolian I *
- CEUS-T 162 Introductory Mongolian II *
- CEUS-T 171 Introductory Tibetan I *
- CEUS-T 172 Introductory Tibetan II *
- CEUS-T 181 Introductory Turkish I *
- CEUS-T 182 Introductory Turkish II *
- CEUS-T 183 Introductory Azerbaijani I *
- CEUS-T 184 Introductory Azerbaijani II *
CEUS-T 101 Introductory Finnish I
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- An introduction to Finnish for students with no previous knowledge of Finnish language. Emphasizes skills for everyday situations in Finland. Aids understanding of simple spoken Finnish for familiar topics and the main points of brief messages. Students also study Finnish culture and history.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CEUS-T 101 or CEUS-U 121.
CEUS-T 102 Introductory Finnish II
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CEUS-T 101 or CEUS-U 121 with a grade of C or higher; or consent of department
- Description
- Concentrated practice in Finnish pronunciation, grammar, elementary conversation, reading, and writing. Increase of vocabulary.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CEUS-T 102 or CEUS-U 122.
CEUS-T 103 Introductory Estonian I
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Assumes no previous knowledge of Estonian. Emphasizes oral communication with attention to reading, writing, speaking, and listening. With basic vocabulary and structures, students can talk about themselves and immediate surroundings, interact in service encounters, read short texts and write notes. Introduction to Estonian culture.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CEUS-T 103 or CEUS-U 111.
CEUS-T 104 Introductory Estonian II
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CEUS-T 103 or CEUS-U 111 with a grade of C or higher; or consent of department
- Description
- Uses a communicative approach to introduce Estonian pronunciation and basic grammar (morphology and syntax), and teach vocabulary and structures for everyday conversation. Textbooks, audio- and videotapes, and authentic materials (newspapers, schedules, advertisements, the Internet) used to enhance learning and provide cultural information.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CEUS-T 104 or CEUS-U 112.
CEUS-T 111 Introductory Uzbek I
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Introduction to Uzbekistan's literary language, using Latin and Cyrillic alphabets. Conversation, reading practice, journal writing, newspapers illustrating modern Uzbekistan, Uzbek videos, TV programs, and audiotapes used.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CEUS-T 111 or CEUS-U 171.
CEUS-T 112 Introductory Uzbek II
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CEUS-T 111 or CEUS-U 171 with a grade of C or higher; or consent of department
- Description
- Continues coursework from previous semester.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CEUS-T 112 or CEUS-U 172.
CEUS-T 113 Introductory Kazakh I
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- No previous knowledge of Kazakh required. Introduction to basic communication skills in Kazakh. Upon finishing, students will be able to use Kazakh in basic communicative contexts. Readings, class discussions, listening activities adapted from Kazakh language media programs. Films and extracurricular activities develop awareness of Kazakh culture.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CEUS-T 113 or CEUS-U 175.
CEUS-T 114 Introductory Kazakh II
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- None
- Notes
- R: Grade of C or higher in CEUS-T 113 or CEUS-U 175; or consent of department
- Description
- Continues basic communication skills and basic grammar of CEUS-T 113 needed to master simple to complex sentences. Kazakh language media programs, film viewing, and cultural activities develop awareness of Kazakh culture.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CEUS-T 114 or CEUS-U 176.
CEUS-T 115 Introductory Tajik I
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Introduction to the language and culture of the Tajiks of Tajikistan and Uzbekistan. Teaches basic speaking skills: simple greetings and conversation, handling basic survival needs, such as reading signs and short narratives, completing forms, and taking messages. Introduction to the culture of Tajikistan.
CEUS-T 116 Introductory Tajik II
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CEUS-T 115 with a grade of C or higher; or consent of department
- Description
- Continues and expands knowledge from CEUS-T 115.
CEUS-T 117 Introductory Turkmen I
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- No previous knowledge of Turkmen required. Follows the communicative approach to enable learners to interact successfully in everyday and workplace situations. Authentic Turkmen language materials used include videos, audiotapes, and printed texts. Focused drills present grammatical structures; explanations and paradigms are minimized.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CEUS-T 117 or CEUS-U 107.
CEUS-T 118 Introductory Turkmen II
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CEUS-T 117 or CEUS-U 107 with a grade of C or higher; or consent of department
- Description
- Continues coursework in Turkmen from CEUS-T 117.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CEUS-T 118 or CEUS-U 108.
CEUS-T 131 Introductory Uyghur I
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- No previous knowledge of Uyghur required. Introduces basic Uyghur language—the Uyghur script, phonetic rules, and basic grammar of the literary Uyghur language—and Uyghur lifestyle, society, and culture. Daily class activities involve conversations, pronunciation, vocabulary, grammar exercises, simple dialogues and texts. Considerable independent preparation outside of class required.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CEUS-T 131 or CEUS-U 115.
CEUS-T 132 Introductory Uyghur II
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CEUS-T 131 or CEUS-U 115 with a grade of C or higher; or consent of department
- Description
- Continues previous semester coursework. Develops skills in listening, reading, speaking and writing, to begin mastering literary Uyghur language. Uyghur audio and video cassettes and visual materials illustrate contemporary Uyghur cultural life. Opportunity for personal expression through partner and group work.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CEUS-T 132 or CEUS-U 116.
CEUS-T 141 Introductory Hungarian I
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Enables students to converse about basic topics, meet basic communicative needs, and read and write short texts with simple sentence patterns and everyday topics. Students learn to use fundamental Hungarian structures with comfort and confidence while learning about Hungarian lifestyle, society, and culture.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CEUS-T 141 or CEUS-U 131.
CEUS-T 142 Introductory Hungarian II
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CEUS-T 141 or CEUS-U 131 with a grade of C or higher; or consent of department
- Description
- Daily classes focus on listening to and conducting conversations, intonation exercises, grammar exercises, and writing simple dialogues and essays. Topics include travel, work, housing, shopping, post office, bank, and family. Introduction of important possessive structures and sentences as well as verb conjugations.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CEUS-T 142 or CEUS-U 132.
CEUS-T 151 Introductory Persian I
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- No previous knowledge of Persian required. Introduces basic communication skills in modern standard Persian and familiarizes students with Persian's sounds, alphabet, and basic grammar. Students learn to read, write, speak, and comprehend simple to moderately complex sentences. Readings, class conversations, media programs, film viewing, and cultural activities introduce Persian cultures.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CEUS-T 151 or CEUS-U 177.
CEUS-T 152 Introductory Persian II
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CEUS-T 151 or CEUS-U 177 with a grade of C or higher; or consent of department
- Description
- Continues Introductory Persian I. Further work on basic sentence structure to develop greater fluency in pronunciation, reading, and writing. With the aim of a working vocabulary of 700 words, students study compound verbs and other idiomatic expressions. Internet resources used extensively.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CEUS-T 152 or CEUS-U 178.
CEUS-T 153 Introductory Pashto I
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Introduction to the Pashto language of Afghanistan. By practicing listening, speaking, reading, and writing, students become familiar with the alphabet and sound system, basic structures, and ordinary usage. By the end of the semester, students will have mastered simple sentences and can ask and answer simple questions on familiar topics.
CEUS-T 154 Introductory Pashto II
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CEUS-T 153 with a grade of C or higher; or consent of department
- Description
- Strengthens and improves skills gained in CEUS-T 153. Students move into new topics such as personal information, daily activities, and expanded grammar structures. By the end of the course, students can read simple prose texts, deal with everyday situations, and respond to requests on familiar topics.
CEUS-T 161 Introductory Mongolian I
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Introduction to Modern Mongolian in the Cyrillic script and to basic Mongolian pronunciation and grammar, along with knowledge of Mongolian culture and traditions. Students learn to conduct everyday conversations and use Mongolian's main cases and verb tenses in conversation and writing.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CEUS-T 161 or CEUS-U 141.
CEUS-T 162 Introductory Mongolian II
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CEUS-T 161 or CEUS-U 141 with a grade of C or higher; or consent of department
- Description
- Expands the competencies mastered in CEUS-T 161. Students use the main cases and finite verb tenses, as well as some modals (converbs) and simple compound sentences. Students also learn about Mongolian culture by reading simple folktales.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CEUS-T 162 or CEUS-U 142.
CEUS-T 171 Introductory Tibetan I
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Introduces Tibetan language basics to students with no previous background in Tibetan. Students begin speaking, listening, reading, and writing basic grammar, building vocabulary, and developing idiomatic usage needed in everyday communication. Introduction to Tibetan culture and daily life.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CEUS-T 171 or CEUS-U 151.
CEUS-T 172 Introductory Tibetan II
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CEUS-T 171 or CEUS-U 151 with a grade of C or higher; or consent of department
- Description
- Further introduction to the basics of Tibetan language through the use of daily written, reading, and audio home assignments. Conversation preparation required. Coffee hours enable students to talk to Tibetan native speakers.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CEUS-T 172 or CEUS-U 152.
CEUS-T 181 Introductory Turkish I
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Introduces English-speaking students to Turkish. Builds basic proficiency in modern Turkish for effective communication at beginning level in everyday situations. Listening, speaking, reading, and writing are covered in classroom activities and at-home practice. Establishes a solid linguistic and cultural foundation for future studies of Turkish.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CEUS-T 181 or CEUS-U 161.
CEUS-T 182 Introductory Turkish II
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CEUS-T 181 or CEUS-U 161 with a grade of C or higher; or consent of department
- Description
- Continues learning begun in CEUS-T 181, expanding basic competencies. Students develop communicative skills as they assimilate the basics of Turkish grammar. In addition to the textbook, students use other media, such as short video clips from Turkish television, songs, and newspaper articles.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CEUS-T 182 or CEUS-U 162.
CEUS-T 183 Introductory Azerbaijani I
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- None
- Description
- Stresses a communicative/interactive approach. Students learn to handle basic everyday situations, such as greetings, asking for information, buying things, travel, phone calls, and writing letters. A portion of each class day is devoted to cultural aspects of Azerbaijani society.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CEUS-T 183 or CEUS-U 105.
CEUS-T 184 Introductory Azerbaijani II
- Credits
- 4
- Prerequisites
- CEUS-T 183 or CEUS-U 105 with a grade of C or higher; or consent of department
- Description
- Continues language learning introduced in CEUS-T 183.
- Repeatability
- Credit given for only one of CEUS-T 184 or CEUS-U 106.
Courses marked with an asterisk (*) will count toward the College Breadth requirement.
This program of study cannot be combined with the following:
- Minor in Central Eurasian Studies (CEUSMIN)
- Minor in Central Eurasian Studies with Language Certification (CEUSLNGMIN)
Exceptions to and substitutions for major requirements may be made with the approval of the unit's Director of Undergraduate Studies, subject to final approval by the College of Arts and Sciences.
The Bachelor of Arts degree requires at least 120 credit hours, to include the following:
- College of Arts and Sciences Credit Hours. At least 100 credit hours must come from College of Arts and Sciences disciplines.
- Upper Division Courses. At least 42 credit hours (of the 120) must be at the 300–499 level.
- College Residency. Following completion of the 60th credit hour toward degree, at least 36 credit hours of College of Arts and Sciences coursework must be completed through the Indiana University Bloomington campus or an IU-administered or IU co-sponsored Overseas Study program.
- College GPA. A College grade point average (GPA) of at least 2.000 is required.
- CASE Requirements. The following College of Arts and Sciences Education (CASE) requirements must be completed:
- CASE Foundations
- CASE Breadth of Inquiry
- CASE Culture Studies
- CASE Critical Approaches: 1 course
- CASE Foreign Language: Proficiency in a single foreign language through the second semester of the second year of college-level coursework
- CASE Intensive Writing: 1 course
- CASE Public Oral Communication: 1 course
- CASE Sustainability Literacy: 1 course
- Major. Completion of the major as outlined in the Major Requirements section above.
Most students must also successfully complete the Indiana University Bloomington General Education program.