Completion of this major will provide students with the ability to communicate effectively in Japanese cultural terms, with a focus on the use of the Japanese language. The major also provides insights into Japanese social and cultural frameworks and business practices in Japan.
The Bachelor of Arts (Japanese) equips you with the language skills and cultural awareness to succeed in contemporary Japanese society and culture. You’ll learn and develop listening, speaking, reading and writing skills, while exploring the diversity of Japanese culture across art, history, music, manga and animation, economics and community life. Gain an insight into both traditional and popular Japanese culture that will help you form a strong connection with Japanese speakers and their communities.
Designed for students who have not previously studied the Japanese language, this degree has been created with students in mind. Innovative teaching approaches, engaging digital learning activities and practical resources that can be tailored to suit various learning needs, styles and interests, will equip you with the linguistic and cultural competence to explore career opportunities in Japan, as well as translingual roles in Australia and beyond.

What you'll learn

• Communicate in Japanese and apply knowledge of applied linguistics and intercultural communication in a professional context
• Critically analyse issues in the context of cultural and linguistic differences
• Locate, evaluate and synthesise information from various sources using Japanese and English
• Function in both Japanese and English with an ability to communicate in an appropriate register in a range of situations and for a range of purposes
• Use technology effectively to collect information and communicate in both Japanese and English
• Take responsibility for own learning and professional development in an international context
• Evaluate and analyse issues arising in the region with in-depth knowledge of Japanese language and culture
• Interact with people from a range of cultures and backgrounds with an understanding of cultural differences
• Work independently and collaboratively with an intercultural understanding