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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
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Full Time
OCT-25
3 Years
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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
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Full Time
OCT-25
3 Years
Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
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OCT-25
4 Years
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Learning a language opens a door to another culture. Our BA Japanese Studies allows you to gain a near-fluent command of the Japanese language and combine it with study of Japanese culture. You will be able to choose from modules on Japanese history, society and contemporary culture including cinema, popular culture, manga and anime.Entry requirements are flexible and you can join the degree at various levels of competence in Japanese, from complete beginner to advanced learner.If you opt for the Foundation Year route, this will fully prepare you for undergraduate study. It is ideal if you are returning to study after a gap, or if you have not previously studied the relevant subjects, or if you didn't achieve the grades you need for a place on your chosen undergraduate degree. On the International Experience route, you will normally spend your third year at a partner institution in Japan to allow you to develop your language skills and your knowledge of the culture.
This course has an evening timetable with lectures, seminars and classes taking place in the evening. If you choose the International Experience route, this may differ during your year abroad.Highlights
- Offers a multidisciplinary approach to studying the language, modern history and contemporary culture of Japan.- You will be taught by specialists from a centre of teaching and research excellence in languages.- If you choose the International Experience route, you will have the opportunity to spend a year at a partner institution in Japan.
Careers and employabilityGraduates can pursue career paths in Japanese organisations or businesses, education, translation, research or journalism. Possible professions include:- translator- secondary school teacher- social researcher- journalist.We offer a comprehensive careers service - Careers and Enterprise - your career partner during your time at Birkbeck and beyond. At every stage of your career journey, we empower you to take ownership of your future, helping you to make the connection between your experience, education and future ambitions.
Exam type
A levelA level:
BCC Grades / Points required
UCAS Tariff:
104 Grades / Points required
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):
DMM Grades / Points required
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Students living in
England
£9,250 per year
Students from England
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£9,250 per year
Students from Scotland
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£9,250 per year
Students from Wales
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£9,250 per year
Students from Northern Ireland
This is the fee you pay if you live within Northern Ireland. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.
£18,060 per year
Students from International
£18060 Per year
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