JAPN2410

Japanese Society and The World

10 Units 2000 Level Course

Available in 2014

Callaghan Campus Semester 1

Previously offered in 2013, 2012, 2011, 2010, 2009, 2008, 2007, 2006, 2005, 2004

This course examines aspects of Japanese society and culture using English-language texts.

Objectives 1. Enhance students' understanding of Japanese culture and society.
2. Improve students' analytical skills through the reading of major texts in this field.
3. Improve students' capacity for independent research.
4. Improve students' essay writing skills.
5. Introduce students to the conceptual problems involved in studying a culture other than their own.
Content This course examines some of the major themes in Japanese society and culture. Students will study
* Physical and human geography of the Japanese islands;
* Political and administrative systems;
* Culture and lifestyles;
* International relations.
Replacing Course(s) (2003) JAPN2310. The deletion of this course does not impact on any other programs.
Transition None.
Industrial Experience 0
Assumed Knowledge None.
Modes of Delivery Internal Mode
Teaching Methods Lecture
Assessment Items
Essays / Written Assignments Two or more written assignments, which might include minor or major essays, tutorial papers, book reviews, online quiz, blogs, essay proposals, bibliographies or other similar exercises, totalling 1000-4500 words. 100%
Contact Hours Lecture: for 2 hour(s) per Week for 13 weeks
Timetables 2014 Course Timetables for JAPN2410