Japanese is a fascinating language that comprises several written systems and is spoken by 135 million people worldwide. Japan is one of Australia’s top three trade partners and a gateway to Asian nations that are rapidly changing and rich with opportunities. In this major, you will gain a high level of literacy in Japanese and an advanced understanding of Japanese culture.
Prior study of Japanese is not required, and advanced classes are provided for students who have studied the language previously. The teaching methods that are applied to both spoken and written language use the latest technology and cultural awareness activities. You'll graduate ready to explore career opportunities in Japan and bilingual roles in Australia and internationally.
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Delivery mode
This course is available in the following study modes:
Locations
Kent Street, Bentley 6102
Entry Requirements
You must meet ONE of the following requirements:
Completed Year 12 (ATAR optional) with ATAR score 70.00 or equivalent.
Recently left high school
- Completed year 12 in Australia or overseas in the past two years, or
- Completed TAFE or VET studies in the past two years.
Essential WACE subjects (prerequisites)
- English ATAR, Literature ATAR or English as an Additional Language/Dialect ATAR.
Curtin requires all applicants to demonstrate proficiency in English.
- IELTS Academic; Overall band score 6.5
Work and life experience
- You have left secondary education more than two years ago (i.e. who are not classified as recent secondary education applicants)
- Have not undertaken vocational education training (VET) or higher education study since then.
TAFE or apprenticeship
- Applicants with vocational education and training (VET) study are those whose highest level of study since leaving secondary education is a VET course.
- Study at a public TAFE or other VET provider, whether a qualification was completed or not.
- Applicants with VET study may have other qualifications such as a Year 10 or Year 12 secondary school certificate.
- AQF Certificate IV - Separate evidence of English language proficiency is required; or AQF Diploma; or AQF Advanced Diploma.
Current or previous University experience
- Applicants with higher education are those whose highest level of study since leaving secondary education is a higher education course, such as a university degree.
- Applicants who are currently studying a higher education course at another education provider.
- It may also include applicants who have completed past study with university and non-university higher education providers.
Course fees
Course fee
$51,000
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This course will prepare you for the following roles.
About Curtin University
Curtin is an innovative, global university known for its high-impact research, strong industry partnerships and commitment to preparing you for jobs of the future.
You’ll receive an outstanding education in an inclusive and collaborative environment.
With Curtin ranked in the top one per cent of universities worldwide in the highly regarded Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU) 2022, you’ll experience high-quality teaching alongside world-class research.
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