ASIA20008 Digital Asia

University of Melbourne · Level 2 · 12.5 points · Runs in 2026: Semester 2.

Is ASIA20008 hard?

ASIA20008: Easier. Makes it easier: No final exam, Only 2.5 class hours a week. No student reviews yet — based on the Handbook only.

What you learn

How digital technology, from social media to platforms and AI, is changing Asian societies and their links with the world.

After it you can

What you need first

None

How it’s assessed

Reports and essays 75%, Presentations 25%

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Quick answers

When is ASIA20008 offered?
Runs in 2026: Semester 2.
What do I need before taking ASIA20008?
No prerequisites.
Does ASIA20008 have a final exam?
No, there is no final exam. Assessment: Reports and essays 75%, Presentations 25%.
How many class hours a week does ASIA20008 have?
2.5 h a week in class
Can I take ASIA20008 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 ASIA20008?
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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