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Introduction to Japanese Studies (Advanced) - JAPN3900
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Faculty: Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences
 
 
School:  Japanese and Korean Studies (School of Languages and Linguistics)
 
 
Course Outline: See below
 
 
Campus: Kensington Campus
 
 
Career: Undergraduate
 
 
Units of Credit: 6
 
 
EFTSL: 0.125 (more info)
 
 
Contact Hours per Week: 3
 
 
Enrolment Requirements:
 
 
Prerequisite: 36 uoc in Level 1 including 6 uoc in JAPN at Distinction level; Excluded: JAPN2500
 
 
Excluded: GENC8001, GENT0412, JAPN2500, MGMT2103
 
 
Fee Band: 1 (more info)
 
 
Further Information: See Class Timetable
 
 

Description

An in-depth examination into Japanese society, culture, politics, economy, and language. Explores topics ranging from Japan's political and economic system to popular culture, consumer society, gender, and globalisation. Emphasis is given to a critical examination of these issues within a multidisciplinary analytical framework.


Learning Outcomes

  • Further develop an understanding of key theoretical concepts
  • The ability to consider and analyse critically
  • Develop essay writing skills and writing skills in general
  • Develop reading comprehension
  • Develop communication ability
  • Further develop an understanding of Japanese history, society, and culture
  • The ability to relate these to wider social and historical trends
  • Develop cross-cultural understanding and communication skills
  • Acquire the ability to incorporate alternative worldviews.

Assessment

  • Participation - 10%
  • Tutorial oral presentation - 15%
  • Weekly reader critique - 10%
  • Tutorial paper - 20%
  • Review - 15%
  • Essay (2500 words) - 30%

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