Japanese Studies MLitt
Newcastle University
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This research Masters in Japanese Studies includes taught and research-based elements. It is well suited as preparation for PhD research.OverviewAs part of this Japanese Studies MLitt, youll focus on a particular area of Japanese studies that youd like to carry out postgraduate research on. We place a high emphasis on excellent supervision, researcher training and development.Our Modern Languages research staff works in diverse fields. This ranges from sociocultural, historical and political ...Read more

This research Master's in Japanese Studies includes taught and research-based elements. It is well suited as preparation for PhD research.

Overview

As part of this Japanese Studies MLitt, you'll focus on a particular area of Japanese studies that you'd like to carry out postgraduate research on. We place a high emphasis on excellent supervision, researcher training and development.

Our Modern Languages research staff works in diverse fields. This ranges from sociocultural, historical and political studies to film and literature, linguistics and sociolinguistics.

You'll benefit from the School's strong links with interdisciplinary research centres and groups, including:

  • Centre for Latin American and Caribbean Studies
  • Research Centre in Film and Digital Media
  • Gender Research Group
  • Medieval and Early Modern Studies
  • Postcolonial Research Group

Our Careers Service

Our award-winning Careers Service is one of the largest and best in the country, and we have strong links with employers. We provide an extensive range of opportunities to all students through our ncl+ initiative.

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Normally a 2:1 honours degree, or international equivalent, in a related discipline.

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£22,800 per year

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£22,800 per year

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14 Mar 22
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SR
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12 Feb 20
Chinese or Japanese Studies BA (Hons)
Very enjoyable, socially and academically; plenty of opportunities for personal...
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Newcastle University
Newcastle University , Newcastle upon Tyne

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King’s Gate Newcastle upon Tyne Northumberland NE1 7RU United Kingdom
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