Japanese Language Courses
Japanese 111, 112, Beginning Japanese
I, II
This course is an introduction to speaking,
reading and writing Japanese; writing includes the learning
of all syllabic letters (Hiragana and Katakana) and basic
Kanji (Chinese characters). Class meets four times weekly.
Individual language laboratory visits are also required.
Japanese 111 or equivalent is prerequisite to 112.
Japanese 231, 232, Intermediate
Japanese I, II
Students continue to develop the listening,
speaking, reading and writing skills that will enable them
to deal not only with topics of daily life, but also cultural
themes and authentic materials. Class meets four times week.
Japanese 231 or its equivalent is prerequisite to 232. GE
for Japanese 232: FOL-J.
Japanese 251, 252, Advanced Japanese
I, II
These courses, which comprise speaking,
reading and writing Japanese at the third-year level, are
recommended for students seeking a concentration in Japanese
language. Prerequisite: Japanese 232 or equivalent. GE: FOL-J.
Japanese 298, Independent Study
Japanese 398, Independent Research
Students who have completed Japanese 252
are encouraged to continue their Japanese language study with
faculty through individual and small group tutorials by registering
for Japanese 298 or Japanese 398. Through individual tutorials
students may pursue readings and projects in their area of interest.
