313920 v.2 Japanese Double Degree Major (S&E)
Major/Stream Overview
This major/stream is part of a larger course. Information is specific to the major/stream, please refer to the course for more information.
This Japanese double degree major will provide students with the ability to communicate in Japanese culture. The focus of the major is the Japanese language. The major also provides an insight into the social frameworks, political structures and religions of Japanese culture. To successfully complete this major, students are required to complete four core units, two elective units, and eight Japanese language units. Students commence with Japanese 111 (Beginners), Japanese 211 (Pre intermediate), Japanese 311 (Intermediate), or Japanese 321 (Advanced) depending on their communicative ability using all skills, and after consultation with the Japanese teaching staff.
Major/Stream Organisation
Major/Stream Learning Outcomes
A graduate of this course can:
1. apply knowledge of applied linguistics and intercultural communication
2. critically analyse various issues in the context of cultural and linguistic differences
3. locate and extract information from various sources and synthesise information using a target language
4. communicate both orally and in writing effectively in a target language with cultural understanding
5. use electronic sources in a target language to effectively collect information and communicate
6. demonstrate an ability in self-directed learning
7. evaluate and analyse issues arising in the region with in depth knowledge
8. demonstrate an understanding of cultural practices and differences in different languages
9. apply an ethical approach in professional practices; work independently and in teams with an intercultural understanding
| Course Structure | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 Semester 1 | |||||
| 1502 | v.8 | Japanese for Beginners 111 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 311922 | v.2 | Academic and Professional Communications 100 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 50.0 | |||||
| Year 1 Semester 2 | |||||
| 1503 | v.8 | Japanese for Beginners 112 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 311925 | v.3 | Senses of Place 100 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| OR | |||||
| 311926 | v.3 | Communicating with Asia: Languages and Societies 100 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 50.0 | |||||
| Year 2 Semester 1 | |||||
| 2961 | v.7 | Japanese 211 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 25.0 | |||||
| Year 2 Semester 2 | |||||
| 2962 | v.6 | Japanese 212 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 25.0 | |||||
| Year 3 Semester 1 | |||||
| 5078 | v.9 | Japanese Society and Culture 250 | 2.0 | 25.0 | |
| 3810 | v.7 | Japanese 311 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 50.0 | |||||
| Year 3 Semester 2 | |||||
| 13214 | v.9 | Asian Business Protocols and Opportunities 322 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 3812 | v.7 | Japanese 312 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 50.0 | |||||
| Year 4 Semester 1 | |||||
| 3811 | v.7 | Japanese 321 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| SELECT ELECTIVE UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF: | 25.0 | ||||
| 50.0 | |||||
| Year 4 Semester 2 | |||||
| 3813 | v.7 | Japanese 322 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| SELECT ELECTIVE UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF: | 25.0 | ||||
| 50.0 | |||||
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