'About Japan' aims to introduce students to the study of Japan. It is designed for those students with an interest in Japan, either through their language studies or other disciplinary interest. The course will be taught in English, however use of Japanese-language material is encouraged. The course considers approaches to the study of Japan, historical and political influences, socio-cultural issues and Japan in the international domain. Topics include changing family and societal dynamics, language and culture, Japan's popular culture and its international scope, political institutions, the workplace and education.

Course detail

Prerequisite

Any 2 courses or enrolled in Program AB101, UU302, UU301, XU301, AR505, AR605, XP601 or UP601

Antirequisite

INT272

Semester of offer Subject to change

• Sunshine Coast: Semester 2

Units

12.00

EFTSL

0.125

Student contribution band

Band 4D

Tuition fee

1.4D: Human Society, Society & Culture, Sport & Recreation

Census date

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Class timetable

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Course outline

JPN212 Course Outline Semester 2, 2020 (PDF 247KB)

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