ASIA20001 Media and Urban Culture in Asia

University of Melbourne · Level 2 · 12.5 points · Not running in 2026.

Is ASIA20001 hard?

ASIA20001: About average. Not running in 2026, so it isn't on the lists. Makes it easier: No final exam. No student reviews yet — based on the Handbook only.

What you learn

Film, music, fashion and city life in East and Southeast Asia, and how media and cities have shaped politics and identity.

After it you can

What you need first

None

How it’s assessed

Assignments 40%, Reports and essays 50%, Presentations 10%

Student reviews and ratings

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Quick answers

When is ASIA20001 offered?
Not running in 2026.
What do I need before taking ASIA20001?
No prerequisites.
Does ASIA20001 have a final exam?
No, there is no final exam. Assessment: Assignments 40%, Reports and essays 50%, Presentations 10%.
Can I take ASIA20001 as breadth?
Yes, for: Bachelor of Biomedicine, Bachelor of Commerce, Bachelor of Design, Bachelor of Fine Arts (Acting), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Animation), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Dance), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Film and Television), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Music Theatre), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Production), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Screenwriting), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Theatre), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Visual Art), Bachelor of Music, Bachelor of Science.
Can I rate ASIA20001?
Yes. If you've taken it, rate it anonymously on this page (difficulty, workload, marking, would you recommend it) and leave a tip for next year's students. Averages show once 3 students have rated it; tips are checked before they appear.

Source: University of Melbourne Handbook 2026

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