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Overview

A continuation of JAPA132, developing intermediate-level skills in speaking, listening, reading and writing, and in the grammatical analysis of Japanese.

The goal of this paper is the simultaneous development of all four language skills (speaking, listening, reading and writing) at the intermediate level of competence. You will continuously expand your vocabulary, grammar and knowledge of essential kanji characters in order to establish a solid foundation in your literacy skills. In the classroom, the focus is on enhancing your oral proficiency through extensive use of the spoken language. By the end of the paper, you will learn how to express yourself in a culturally appropriate manner while handling various interactions with people. You will also deepen your understanding of Japanese society through the introduction of a variety of visual and literary information about its culture and people.

About this paper

Paper title Intermediate Japanese
Subject Japanese
EFTS 0.15
Points 18 points
Teaching period Semester 1 (On campus)
Domestic Tuition Fees ( NZD ) $1,103.10
International Tuition Fees Tuition Fees for international students are elsewhere on this website.
Prerequisite
JAPA 112 or JAPA 132
Restriction
JAPA 211
Schedule C
Arts and Music
Notes
Suitable for students who have completed 4-5 years of Japanese language study at secondary school. If you have previous knowledge of the language you can still enrol in this paper via Special Permission by proceeding with your application process to the Review and Submit page or email languages@otago.ac.nz for assistance.
Contact
languages@otago.ac.nz
Teaching staff
Convenor: Haruko Stuart
Teaching Arrangements
Three hours of lectures per week plus one tutorial per week.
Textbooks

GENKI (II) (Third edition) The Japan Times (Ch 15 - Ch 18 will be covered) Textbook and Workbook (available at the University Book Shop).

Graduate Attributes Emphasised
Global perspective, Interdisciplinary perspective, Lifelong learning, Communication,Cultural understanding, Information literacy, Self-motivation.
View more information about Otago's graduate attributes.
Learning Outcomes

Students who successfully complete this paper should have the skills to pass the Japanese Language Proficiency Test, level N4 (or N3).

Overview

A continuation of JAPA132, developing intermediate-level skills in speaking, listening, reading and writing, and in the grammatical analysis of Japanese.

The goal of this paper is the simultaneous development of all four language skills (speaking, listening, reading and writing) at the intermediate level of competence. You will continuously expand your vocabulary, grammar and knowledge of essential kanji characters in order to establish a solid foundation in your literacy skills. In the classroom, the focus is on enhancing your oral proficiency through extensive use of the spoken language. By the end of the paper, you will learn how to express yourself in a culturally appropriate manner while handling various interactions with people. You will also deepen your understanding of Japanese society through the introduction of a variety of visual and literary information about its culture and people.

About this paper

Paper title Intermediate Japanese
Subject Japanese
EFTS 0.15
Points 18 points
Teaching period Semester 1 (On campus)
Domestic Tuition Fees Tuition Fees for 2027 have not yet been set
International Tuition Fees Tuition Fees for international students are elsewhere on this website.
Prerequisite
JAPA 112 or JAPA 132
Restriction
JAPA 211
Schedule C
Arts and Music
Notes
Suitable for students who have completed 4-5 years of Japanese language study at secondary school. If you have previous knowledge of the language you can still enrol in this paper via Special Permission by proceeding with your application process to the Review and Submit page or email languages@otago.ac.nz for assistance.
Contact
languages@otago.ac.nz
Teaching staff
Convener: Haruko Stuart
Teaching Arrangements
Three hours of lectures per week plus one tutorial per week.
Textbooks
  • GENKI (II) (Third edition) The Japan Times (Ch 15 - Ch 18 will be covered) Textbook and Workbook (available at the University Book Shop).
  • Graduate Attributes Emphasised
    Global perspective, Interdisciplinary perspective, Lifelong learning, Communication,Cultural understanding, Information literacy, Self-motivation.
    View more information about Otago's graduate attributes.
    Learning Outcomes

    Students who successfully complete this paper should have the skills to pass the Japanese Language Proficiency Test, level N4 (or N3).

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