BA Japanese Studies (with Year Abroad) with Foundation

The BA Japanese Studies (with Year Abroad) with Foundation course at Durham University - Study Group offers a comprehensive and immersive learning experience for students interested in the language, culture, and history of Japan. The foundation year provides an excellent opportunity for students to develop their academic skills and knowledge of Japanese language and culture, while the subsequent years allow students to specialize in various aspects of Japanese studies, including literature, cinema, and business. The course is taught by experienced academics and professionals with a deep understanding of the subject matter, providing students with a high-quality learning experience. The University's location in Durham provides easy access to a rich cultural heritage and historical landmarks, offering students an unparalleled opportunity to engage with Japanese culture firsthand.

Additional Information

The course is designed for students who want to pursue a career related to Japan or East Asian studies. The foundation year provides a solid base for students to develop their language skills and cultural knowledge, while the subsequent years allow them to specialize in various aspects of Japanese studies. The University's location in Durham provides easy access to a rich cultural heritage and historical landmarks, offering students an unparalleled opportunity to engage with Japanese culture firsthand. The course is taught by experienced academics and professionals with a deep understanding of the subject matter, providing students with a high-quality learning experience.

Unlocking Your Potential: A World-Class Education in Japanese Studies at Durham University - Study Group

Durham University - Study Group is a world-class institution that offers a unique blend of academic excellence, cultural immersion, and career opportunities. The University's location in Durham provides easy access to a rich cultural heritage and historical landmarks, offering students an unparalleled opportunity to engage with Japanese culture firsthand. The course is taught by experienced academics and professionals with a deep understanding of the subject matter, providing students with a high-quality learning experience. Additionally, the University's strong reputation in East Asian studies means that graduates are well-prepared for careers related to Japan or East Asia.

This course is focused on non-traditional students and the modes of teaching and learning are designed to provide and facilitate high-quality teaching and learning in a supportive and productive environment that encourages self-awareness, reflective practice, and cross-cultural awareness. The course is delivered through a mixture of lectures, tutorials/workshops, and practical classes. Typically, lectures provide key information on a particular area and this is consolidated through tutorials and/or workshops and practical classes where appropriate, particularly for laboratory and IT skills. The course provides up to 18 contact hours per week, but further consolidation takes place through independent study and/or voluntary workshops provided outside the courses formal contact hours. Emphasis is placed on developing confidence and classes are generally small, normally with 25 to 35 students to ensure individual needs can be met.

The Foundation Programme is designed to support UK and EU students from under-represented groups in Higher Education to access and succeed in studying for an undergraduate degree at Durham University.