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A survey course which covers selected topics of Japan's society, geography, institutions, religion, arts, culture and thought.
This course introduces the main cultural characteristics of Japan. Topics covered include a general introduction and then a particularised study of Japan's history, land and people, regional cultural variety, indigenous peoples, myths, religions, belief-systems, aesthetics, youth culture, anime, literature, film and performing arts.No previous knowledge of the Japanese language is required.ExpectationsStudents in this course are expected to attend all three classes each week. They are expected to complete all the assignments, and all homework. Students may not record the lectures without the permission of the lecturer. Students should feel free to ask questions and seek clarification of points they might not have fully grasped from the lectures, either during class, at the end of class, seeing the Course coordinator or relevant lecturer during office hours, phoning or emailing.
JAPA108 is a requirement for those intending to major in Japanese and important for thoseintending to have contact with Japan. By the end of the course students should have:A familiarity with key cultural and historical developments in Japan from early timesto the present day; Knowledge of basic facts about Japan;Knowledge of aspects of Japanese culture and major art forms, as well as theirunderlying aesthetic principles; An understanding of the influence of global conditions on Japan and competence inengaging with global and multi-cultural contexts;A familiarity with cultural beliefs and values in Japan, which in turn will develop adeeper understanding and appreciation of cultures other than your own;A familiarity with ethnic diversity and indigenous cultures in Japan, which will in turnheighten awareness and understanding of the cultural landscape and biculturalism inAotearoa NZ;Basic skills in research, analysis and essay writing – key skills that are sought byemployers and can be used in a range of applications.In addition, for students majoring in Japanese, this course will provide you with:Vital knowledge on Japan to underpin your language studies and enable you to criticallyevaluate and, where applicable, apply to Japan-related topics/issues. This in turn willenhance your opportunities for a successful career.
This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attributes specified below:
Employable, innovative and enterprising
Students will develop key skills and attributes sought by employers that can be used in a range of applications.
Biculturally competent and confident
Students will be aware of and understand the nature of biculturalism in Aotearoa New Zealand, and its relevance to their area of study and/or their degree.
Globally aware
Students will comprehend the influence of global conditions on their discipline and will be competent in engaging with global and multi-cultural contexts.
Susan Bouterey
Guest Lecturers: Assoc. Prof. Richard Bullen, Dr. Henk de Groot, Dr. Masayoshi Ogino, Assoc. Prof. Alistair Swale
There is no textbook for this course.Handouts and reading lists will be provided as necessary. Students are expected to read and refer to these as instructed. Other materials, including lecture power points, will be available on Learn.Information about the Japanese Programme, including degree requirements, can be found at: www.arts.canterbury.ac.nz/japanese/
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Domestic fee $821.00
International fee $3,750.00
* All fees are inclusive of NZ GST or any equivalent overseas tax, and do not include any programme level discount or additional course-related expenses.
For further information see Language, Social and Political Sciences .