Japanese Language and Society Minor
Hiroko Hirakawa, Department of Modern Language Studies
This minor provides access to Japanese culture as well as insights into our own culture. The program focuses on language learning as a living, functioning and fun activity, and combines the development of language skills with the discovery of new ways to see and think about different cultures. It fosters international understanding and provides knowledge and skills that are becoming increasingly essential in our evolving global society.
Minor Requirements
The minor requires a minimum of 20 credit hours (five courses).
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| JAPN 101 | Communicating in Japanese I | 4 |
| JAPN 102 | Communicating in Japanese II | 4 |
| JAPN 201 | Intermediate Japanese I | 4 |
| JAPN 202 | Intermediate Japanese II | 4 |
| Select one of the following: | 4 | |
| Samurai in Word and Image | ||
| Japan: Road to War | ||
| Women in Modern Japan | ||
| Contemporary Japanese Society | ||
| Total Credits | 20 | |
Total credit hours required for Japanese language and society minor is 20 credits