The University of Melbourne
Bachelor of Arts (Japanese Studies)
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationJapanese language classes for a range of competencies, from beginners level for students with little or no knowledge of the language to more advanced levels for students with prior experience. Students will receive a comprehensive grounding in Japanese language with opportunities to focus on social and cultural areas of interest that include society, politics, media, gender, linguistics, and literature.
The study of Japanese society gives the individual insight not only into a deep and diverse culture but also provides important contrasts when considering various nations' roles in the Asia Pacific region. An understanding of Japanese language and society contributes to students' wider understanding of these complex and fascinating cultural, historical, political and economic flows in Asia.
Delivery mode
The University of Melbourne offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
- Grattan Street, Parkville
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Course fees
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Career opportunities
The Bachelor of Arts (Japanese Studies) will prepare you for the following roles.
Japanese Language Teacher
A Japanese Language Teacher is responsible for delivering engaging lessons that enhance proficiency in the Japanese language and its culture. Dutie...
Japanese Translator
Japanese Translators are fluent in the modern Japanese writing system and have a deep understanding of the Japanese kanji and kana scripts and char...
Language Teacher
Language Teachers provide private tuition and group classes for ESL students who want to learn English. They can work in Australia but many languag...
Foreign Language Analyst
A Foreign Language Analyst processes and translates foreign language materials while conducting research and producing intelligence reports. You’ll...
Conference Interpreter Translator
A Conference Interpreter Translator facilitates communication at conferences by translating spoken content in real time. You might work with intern...
Japanese Interpreter
Japanese Interpreters are confident communicators who interpret Japanese speech and dialogue into English and other languages (and vice-versa). The...
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