Available in 2024
Course code

JAPN2410

Units

10 units

Level

2000 level

Course handbook

Description

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

Please note: Students are required to enrol in the face-to-face version of this course if they live within 25 kilometres of the Callaghan campus. The online version is available only to students who 1) are enrolled in the Bachelor of Arts Online, 2) are based overseas or outside the Newcastle region, or 3) have completed the 1000-level JAPN courses online. Exemptions are granted upon application to the course coordinator.


Availability2024 Course Timetables

Callaghan

  • Semester 1 - 2024

Online

  • Semester 1 - 2024

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of the course students will be able to:

1. Show an understanding of Japanese culture and society.

2. Investigate topics related to contemporary Japanese society.

3. Demonstrate essay writing skills.

4. Explain 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; and
  • International relations.

Assumed knowledge

None.


Assessment items

Written Assignment: Diary Entry 1

Written Assignment: Diary Entry 2

Written Assignment: Diary Entry 3

Written Assignment: Diary Entry 4

Essay: Essay


Contact hours

Semester 1 - 2024 - Callaghan

Lecture-1
  • Face to Face On Campus 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 13 week(s) starting in week 1

Semester 1 - 2024 - Online

Lecture-1
  • Online 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 13 week(s) starting in week 1

Course outline