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JPNS2670: Introduction to Japanese Literature
2025 unit information
This unit of study aims at fostering socio-cultural understanding and appreciation of Japanese literature by reading short stories. Students are expected to develop reading skills while enjoying the contents and contexts of the stories they read. The comprehension of Japanese literary texts enables students to gain an insight into the writers' themes and expressions and is relevant to contemporary life. English translations will be used in conjunction with Japanese material. Students are expected to develop a critical appreciation of Japanese literature with its social backgrounds.
Unit details and rules
Managing faculty or University school:
Arts and Social Sciences
| Study level | Undergraduate |
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| Academic unit | Japanese Studies |
| Credit points | 6 |
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Prerequisites:
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JPNS2612 |
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Corequisites:
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None |
| Prohibitions:
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JPNS3621 or JPNS3622 or JPNS3631 or JPNS3632 |
| Assumed knowledge:
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None |
At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:
- LO1. develop written and oral communication skills in Japanese
- LO2. understand authentic Japanese literary texts with the help of dictionaries and glossaries
- LO3. relate themes and concerns expressed in contemporary Japanese literature to their own knowledge and experience
- LO4. broaden cross-cultural knowledge and develop intellectual capacities.
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| Session | MoA ? | Location | Outline ? |
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Semester 1 2025
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Normal day | Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney |
Outline unavailable
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