UnitLevel 3Undergraduate

ATS3148 Japanese studies advanced 2

Faculty of Arts

ATS3148 Japanese studies advanced 2 is a level 3, 6-credit-point, undergraduate unit from the Faculty of Arts, offered in 2023 in Semester 2 at Clayton. It needs ATS3147 and unlocks 1 unit.

Credit points
6
Offered in 2023
Semester 2
Clayton
Assessment
No exam
4 tasks
Workload
144 hours
per semester

This is the 2023 handbook entry. See the 2027 entry.

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Requisites

Before ATS3148

Prerequisites

Pass these before you enrol.

After ATS3148

1 unit list ATS3148 as a prerequisite or corequisite.

Enrolment rules

Prerequisite: Or equivalent units

Prohibition: ATS4148

Overview

This unit is the second part of a sequence progressing from the upper intermediate to the advanced levels of Japanese. In this unit, you will undertake activities built around topics relating to contemporary and historical topics of Japan. You will further develop your confidence using formal and academic Japanese both in written and oral forms, while communicating with Japanese-speaking people in interviews, and in-class oral presentations. You will reinforce 1006 kyōiku kanji. At the conclusion of this unit, you should have attained proficiency equivalent to JLPT N2 level and CEFR B2.

Offerings in 2023

Teaching periodCampusMode
Second semesterClaytonOn campus

Assessment

  • ExercisesAssignment
    12%
  • In class testsIn class test
    52%
  • Creative taskAssignment
    12%
  • PresentationsPresentation
    24%

Learning outcomes

When you finish this unit, you should be able to:

  1. 1

    Comprehend and use a wide range of authentic Japanese materials;

  2. 2

    Perform textual analysis and summaries of complex written passages, demonstrating recognition and use of 1,000 kyōiku kanji and the ability to use a range of specialized dictionaries;

  3. 3

    Communicate effectively, including in the presentation of arguments and opinions, using appropriate speech styles in formal situations, both spontaneously and in prepared settings;

  4. 4

    Employ sophisticated research and critical thinking skills in analysis of aspects of Japanese current issues, literary studies or linguistics;

  5. 5

    Produce short texts (400-600 characters) in several genres including explanatory essays, poetry and position papers.

Workload and teaching

  • Lectures12 hours
  • Tutorials48 hours
  • Teaching approachActive learning

Minimum total expected workload to achieve the learning outcomes for this unit is 144 hours per semester typically comprising a mixture of scheduled learning activities and independent study. Scheduled activities may include a combination of teacher directed learning, peer directed learning and online engagement.

This unit engages students in actively applying their knowledge, skills and attributes in interactive, collaborative and reflective activities.

Where it fits

ATS3148 is part of 2 areas of study in the 2023 handbook.

Contacts

Chief Examiners
Dr Shimako Iwasaki
Unit Coordinators
Dr Shimako Iwasaki

Common questions

What are the prerequisites for ATS3148?

You need ATS3147 before you enrol. Enrolment rules also apply.

What can I take after ATS3148?

ATS3148 is a prerequisite or corequisite for 1 unit, including ATS3152.

When is ATS3148 offered?

In 2023, ATS3148 runs in Semester 2 at Clayton.

How much work is ATS3148?

The handbook expects about 144 hours of study across the semester. No students have rated its difficulty yet.

Does ATS3148 have an exam?

No. ATS3148 has 4 assessment tasks and no exam.

Which majors and minors include ATS3148?

ATS3148 is part of Japanese studies.

More details

Credit points
6
Level
3
Study level
Undergraduate
Faculty
Faculty of Arts
Organisational unit
Japanese Studies
Type
Coursework
EFTSL
0.125
Student contribution
SCA Band 1
Study abroad
Available