JAPN2420
10 units
2000 level
Course handbook
Description
This course examines aspects of Japanese society and culture using English-language texts only.
Availability2024 Course Timetables
Callaghan
- Semester 2 - 2024
Online
- Semester 2 - 2024
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of the course students will be able to:
1. Demonstrate an understanding of Japanese culture and society.
2. Evaluate important themes in this field through the reading of major texts.
3. Show a capacity for independent research.
4. Organise their ideas in a logical form in an essay.
5. Identify 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
- Aspects of traditional culture;
- Aspects of contemporary culture;
- National identity;
- Print and electronic media.
Assumed knowledge
JAPN2410
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 2 - 2024 - Callaghan
Lecture-1
- Face to Face On Campus 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 12 week(s) starting in week 1
Semester 2 - 2024 - Online
Lecture-1
- Online 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 12 week(s)
Course outline
Course outline not yet available.
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