Australian National University
Bachelor of Arts (Japanese Studies)
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationA Japanese studies major has many benefits in today’s globalised world and the Asian Century. As one of Australia’s key trading partners, private and public sector employers actively recruit ANU graduates with detailed knowledge of and experience in Japan.
This major provides students with a nuanced understanding of the historical, political and cultural forces that have shaped the development and current state of modern Japan. Armed with this understanding students will be able to engage meaningfully with the culture, society and people while helping to bridge the divides separating Japan and Australia. Though designed to complement the Japanese language major, knowledge of the Japanese language is not required for the Japanese studies major.
Delivery mode
Australian National University offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
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- Observatory Rd, Coonabarabran
- 496 Murramarang Rd, Kioloa
- Canberra
- Cotter Rd, Weston Creek
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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