Japanese I
The course develops basic knowledge of Japanese phonetics, as well as elementary skills in oral and written Japanese as students practise their Japanses reading and listening comprehension.
You will study basic grammar and get an introduction to writing and reading with the different writing systems. The course also provides an introduction to Japan Studies.
In order to be admitted, you need to have a high school degree in the subject Swedish, or the equivalent thereof.
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Course structure
The course contains six modules dealing with the japanese language, grammar, vocabulary, kanji and Japanese Studies.
Modules
1. Introduction to Japanese grammar I, 3 credits (ECTS)
2. Grammar and text reading I, 7.5 credits (ECTS)
3. Kanji I A, 3.5 credits (ECTS)
4. Kanji I B, 4 credits (ECTS)
5. Practical language proficiency I, 4.5 credits (ECTS)
6. Introduction to Japanese grammar II, 2.5 (ECTS)
6. Introduction to Japan Studies 7.5 credits (ECTS)Teaching format
In the courses Introduction of Japanese Grammar I and II, teaching takes place in the form of lectures.
In Grammar and text reading I, Kanji I A and Kanji I B, teaching takes place in the form of lectures, individual exercises and group exercises.
In Practical language proficiency I, the teaching takes place in the form of exercises.
In Introduction to Japanese Studies, the teaching takes place in the form of lectures.
Course planning, literature and resources
During your studies in Japanese I you will need the document below for kana and pronunciation.
Kana och uttal (415 Kb)
Course details, planning and literature for Autumn 2024 can be found in the learning platform Athena.
The module Introduction to Japan Studies 7.5 credits has a separate Athena page
Please note that only registred students have access to resources, like PDF documents, in Athena.
Assessment
Introduction to Japanese Grammar I and II are examined separately through a written assignment in the form of a digital home exam.
Grammar and text reading I is examined through a classroom exam.
Kanji I A and I B are examined through a classroom exam.
Practical language proficiency I is examined through 2 oral reports.
Introduction to Japanese Studies is examined through two written assignments in the form of take-home exams.
For more detailed information, please refer to the course description.
Examiner
Examiner full course: Mitsuyo Kuwano Lidén
Introduction to Japanese grammar I and II: Gunnar Linder
Kanji I A and I B: Eriko Seto Norrgård
Grammar and text reading I: Mitsuyo Kuwano Liden
Introduction to Japanese studies: Jaqueline Berndt
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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.During your studies in Japanese I you will need the document below for kana and pronunciation.
Kana och uttal (415 Kb)
Course details, planning and literature for Autumn 2024 can be found in the learning platform Athena.
The module Introduction to Japan Studies 7.5 credits has a separate Athena page
Below you will find the language textbooks used in the course. All other literature will be uploaded on Athena.
Banno, Eri et al.:
GENKI: An Integrated Course in Elementary Japanese I Main Book. Third Edition, Tokyo: Japan Times, 2020 [1999]. (Including MP3 (CD-ROM). ISBN 978-4-7890-1730-5GENKI: An Integrated Course in Elementary Japanese I Workbook. Third Edition, Tokyo: Japan Times, 2020 [1999]. Including MP3 (CD-ROM). ISBN 978-4-7890-1731-2
Please note that only registred students have access to resources, like PDF documents, in Athena.
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Contact
Do you have questions about the courses in Japanese?
Student Councelor:
exp.asien@su.seDirector of Studies:
Johan Fresk
