Japanese MA (Hons) 48 months Undergraduate Programme By The University of Edinburgh |TopUniversities

Programme overview

Main Subject

Modern Languages

Degree

MA

Study Level

Undergraduate

Study Mode

On Campus

Over the past 150 years, Japan has experienced change at a rapid pace but has nevertheless retained its fascinating cultural heritage.


On our programme, you will develop the linguistic, intercultural and analytical skills to engage with this dynamic society in an interdisciplinary way.


Our language courses will develop your skills in speaking, listening to, reading and writing Modern Japanese. You can start the language as a complete beginner, or at a more advanced level - we will place you in the right course for you. Our programme is not for native speakers, but we welcome heritage language learners.


In addition to language learning, you will learn about Japan's place in East Asia, one of the world's most important and influential regions.


Why Edinburgh


Edinburgh is the only university in Scotland to offer undergraduate honours degrees in Japanese. We also teach the languages, histories and cultures of China and Korea, giving you an interdisciplinary experience in East Asian studies.


You will be able to take a path through the programme that suits your interests, choosing from courses in:


  • pre-modern and modern history
  • politics and international relations
  • religion
  • literature, theatre, and cinema
  • linguistics


The University's excellent resources include the East Asian Studies Collection which contains more than 50,000 resources, both print and digital; over 5,000 are in Japanese.


Student societies include the Japan Society and the Anime Society. We host a range of events, including talks by visiting speakers and Noh performances and workshops.


Teaching excellence


Our programme has been carefully designed to enable you to become an expert on Japan. It introduces skills and knowledge step by step, and we encourage you to see the connections between language, history, politics, culture and international relations at every stage.


Our courses are mostly taught in smaller groups, so you will have plenty of opportunities to contribute to class discussion and receive feedback on your progress.


Language classes are active, innovative, inclusive, and always informed by the best practice in the field. Our Year 4 students regularly pass the Japanese Language Proficiency Test at N2 and N1 level.


You will also have the opportunity to study other subjects from a wide range offered by the University, and to spend a year studying in Japan.


Programme benefits


  • Choose from three entry levels in Japanese - beginner, post-beginner or advanced.
  • Study over four years, giving you the choice and flexibility to try out different things.
  • Spend Year 3 in Japan.
  • Build up to fluency in the Japanese language and specialise in different aspects of Japanese studies as you move through your degree.
  • Explore fantastic libraries, collections and galleries at the University and in the city.
  • Join societies, attend events, and gain the skills and confidence for life after university.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Modern Languages

Degree

MA

Study Level

Undergraduate

Study Mode

On Campus

Over the past 150 years, Japan has experienced change at a rapid pace but has nevertheless retained its fascinating cultural heritage.


On our programme, you will develop the linguistic, intercultural and analytical skills to engage with this dynamic society in an interdisciplinary way.


Our language courses will develop your skills in speaking, listening to, reading and writing Modern Japanese. You can start the language as a complete beginner, or at a more advanced level - we will place you in the right course for you. Our programme is not for native speakers, but we welcome heritage language learners.


In addition to language learning, you will learn about Japan's place in East Asia, one of the world's most important and influential regions.


Why Edinburgh


Edinburgh is the only university in Scotland to offer undergraduate honours degrees in Japanese. We also teach the languages, histories and cultures of China and Korea, giving you an interdisciplinary experience in East Asian studies.


You will be able to take a path through the programme that suits your interests, choosing from courses in:


  • pre-modern and modern history
  • politics and international relations
  • religion
  • literature, theatre, and cinema
  • linguistics


The University's excellent resources include the East Asian Studies Collection which contains more than 50,000 resources, both print and digital; over 5,000 are in Japanese.


Student societies include the Japan Society and the Anime Society. We host a range of events, including talks by visiting speakers and Noh performances and workshops.


Teaching excellence


Our programme has been carefully designed to enable you to become an expert on Japan. It introduces skills and knowledge step by step, and we encourage you to see the connections between language, history, politics, culture and international relations at every stage.


Our courses are mostly taught in smaller groups, so you will have plenty of opportunities to contribute to class discussion and receive feedback on your progress.


Language classes are active, innovative, inclusive, and always informed by the best practice in the field. Our Year 4 students regularly pass the Japanese Language Proficiency Test at N2 and N1 level.


You will also have the opportunity to study other subjects from a wide range offered by the University, and to spend a year studying in Japan.


Programme benefits


  • Choose from three entry levels in Japanese - beginner, post-beginner or advanced.
  • Study over four years, giving you the choice and flexibility to try out different things.
  • Spend Year 3 in Japan.
  • Build up to fluency in the Japanese language and specialise in different aspects of Japanese studies as you move through your degree.
  • Explore fantastic libraries, collections and galleries at the University and in the city.
  • Join societies, attend events, and gain the skills and confidence for life after university.

Admission Requirements

Entry requirements for individual programmes vary, so please check the details for the specific programme you wish to apply for on the University of Edinburgh website. You will also need to meet the University’s language requirements.

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