Advanced japanese I
The course consists of the first semester of Japanese language studies on an advanced level.
The course develops in-depth proficiency in the Japanese language at an advanced level by putting emphasis on oral academic skills, stretching from summarizing scholarly texts to giving academic presentations and engaging in seminar discussions through critical thinking.
Information for admitted students autumn 2024
Congratulations! You have been admitted at Stockholm University and we hope that you will enjoy your studies with us.
In order to ensure that your studies begin as smoothly as possible we have compiled a short checklist for the beginning of the semester.
Follow the instructions on whether you have to reply to your offer or not.
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Checklist for admitted students
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Activate your university account
The first step in being able to register and gain access to all the university's IT services.
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Register at your department
Registration can be done in different ways. Read the instructions from your department below.
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Read all the information on this page
Here you will find what you need to know before your course or programme starts.
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Your seat may be withdrawn if you do not register according to the instructions provided by your department.
Information from your department
On this page you will shortly find information on registration, learning platform, etc.
Welcome activities
Stockholm University organises a series of welcome activities that stretch over a few weeks at the beginning of each semester. The programme is voluntary (attendance is optional) and includes Arrival Service at the airport and an Orientation Day, see more details about these events below.
Your department may also organise activities for welcoming international students. More information will be provided by your specific department.
Find your way on campus
Stockholm University's main campus is in the Frescati area, north of the city centre. While most of our departments and offices are located here, there are also campus areas in other parts of the city.
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The course develops in-depth proficiency in the Japanese language at an advanced level by putting emphasis on oral academic skills, stretching from summarizing scholarly texts to giving academic presentations and engaging in seminar discussions through critical thinking.
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Course structure
After having completed the course, students are expected to be able to read and understand texts related to East Asia in general and Japan in particular. During the last part of the course the student will orally give an account for and discuss the chosen texts.
Teaching format
The teaching consists of seminars.
Attendance is mandatory.
Course planning and resources
Course details, planning and literature for Autumn 24 can be found in the learning platform Athena.
Please note that only registred students have access to downloadable resources, like PDF documents, in Athena.
Assessment
The course is examined on the basis of two oral presentations.
For more detailed information, please refer to the course description. The course description will be made available at least one month before the course starts.
Examiner
Examiner: Mitsuyo Kuwano Lidén
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Schedule
The schedule will be available no later than one month before the start of the course. We do not recommend print-outs as changes can occur. At the start of the course, your department will advise where you can find your schedule during the course. -
Course literature
Note that the course literature can be changed up to two months before the start of the course. -
Course reports
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Contact
Do you have questions about the courses in Japanese?
Student Councelor:
exp.asien@su.seDirector of Studies:
Johan Fresk
