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Duration
13 weeks
Study method
100% Online
Available loans
- HECS-HELP
- FEE-HELP
Assessments
100% online
Prior study
Not required
Start dates
- 27 Feb 2023
- 28 Aug 2023
Start your career with Curtin’s globally recognised courses and extensive industry connections. Through OUA, their online courses offer an interactive and collaborative learning experience that gets you the same degree as if you studied on campus. Curtin is a global university with a vibrant culture of innovation and collaboration and is ranked in the top one per cent of universities worldwide.
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QS Ranking 2022
11
Times Higher Education Ranking 2022
17
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Subject details
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- Geography and climate of Japan
- Territorial disputes
- Discrimination
- Yasukuni and Japan's constitution
- Abduction and spying
- Lost generation
- J-pop and Enka
- Manga, anime and cos-play
No eligibility requirements
Additional requirements
No additional requirements
This subject explores various aspects of contemporary Japanese society by examining social, cultural and historical contexts. Students will gain knowledge of a wide range of aspects of Japanese culture and society as well as developing an awareness of a variety of perspectives relating to contemporary Japan, an ability to synthesise research findings, analyse information and present their argument successfully.
Please Note: If it’s your first time studying a Curtin University subject you’ll need to complete their compulsory ‘Academic Integrity Program’. It only takes two hours to complete online, and provides you with vital information about studying with Curtin University. The Academic Integrity Program is compulsory, so if it’s not completed your subject grades will be withheld.
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- Recorded presentation (35%)
- Essay on unique aspects of Japanese society and culture (40%)
- eTest (25%)
Current study term: 26 Feb 23 to 28 May 23
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Next study term: 27 Aug 23 to 26 Nov 23
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