The University of Sydney

Bachelor of Arts (Japanese Studies Advanced)

Nationally Recognised Higher Education

Offering training in the Japanese language, as well as in Japanese culture, this major prepares you to be an active participant in our multicultural world. With a large network of partner universities in Japan, you will have the opportunity to undertake an unforgettable in-country exchange program experience, further honing your language and cultural skills.

Culture units use Japanese materials to present various aspects of ancient to contemporary Japan ranging across disciplines from history and literature to popular culture. Even if you have no previous knowledge of the language, you will gain basic literacy in Japanese and the ability to express yourself in everyday situations. If you finish your major at the highest level, you will graduate with quite a fluent proficiency of the language.

Students will follow the appropriate pathway specified in the unit of study tables, based on their individual language level. Students completing any of the pathways for a major will be awarded a major in Japanese Studies.

Delivery mode

The University of Sydney offers this course through the following delivery modes:

On campus

Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.


Locations
  • Camperdown
  • J12/1 Cleveland St, Darlington
  • Manning Rd, Camperdown
  • Level 2, Building A M02/88 Mallett St, Camperdown

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.

A secondary education qualification such as the NSW Higher School Certificate (including national and international equivalents), OR approved higher education study, including approved preparation courses

If English is your first language, you may be able to meet the English language requirements if you have:

  • Citizenship or permanent long-term residency (minimum ten years), AND
  • Completed secondary or higher education (tertiary) studies recognised by the University in an approved English-speaking country

If English is not your first language, you may be able to prove English proficiency with an approved English skills test taken within 2 years of commencing the course.

  • IELTS A minimum result of 6.5 overall
  • TOEFL - IBT: A minimum result of 85 overall
  • Pearsons Test of English: A minimum result of 61 overall
Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $0 - $45,426 $139,500 Fees are based on full-time study.
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.
Standard Tuition:
$45,426
Standard Tuition:
$139,500
Full Fee Tuition:
$45,426
Full Fee Tuition:
$139,500
Enquire with The University of Sydney to find out more.
Study mode On Campus
Duration 3 Years
Estimated fee* $0 - $45,426 $139,500 Support may be available

Career opportunities

The Bachelor of Arts (Japanese Studies Advanced) will prepare you for the following roles.

Diplomat

Diplomats, also known as Public Diplomacy Officers, work for the Australian government and are responsible for advancing Australian interests overs...

Avg yearly income $166,400
Entry barriers Low

Tourism Consultant

Tourism Consultants are similar to travel agents and arrange flights, accommodation, and travel bookings for their clients. They provide informatio...

Avg yearly income $65,000
Entry barriers Low

Japanese Interpreter

Japanese Interpreters are confident communicators who interpret Japanese speech and dialogue into English and other languages (and vice-versa). The...

Avg yearly income $69,992
Entry barriers Low

Japanese Language Teacher

A Japanese Language Teacher is responsible for delivering engaging lessons that enhance proficiency in the Japanese language and its culture. Dutie...

Avg yearly income $81,120
Entry barriers Low

Japanese Translator

Japanese Translators are fluent in the modern Japanese writing system and have a deep understanding of the Japanese kanji and kana scripts and char...

Avg yearly income $83,200
Entry barriers Low

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