When & Where

Quick Facts

  • Availability Yes
  • Tutor Hisano Luttman
  • Course Code W24HMSO07A
  • Suitable For 19 year olds and up are permitted on this course

What you will learn

This course is for students who completed Minna no Nihongo Book 1 and 2, and also know some intermediate level grammar. In the class the teacher uses real text examples, eg.newspapers, novels, Manga, podcasts etc. This will build your confidence not only in Japanese grammar and speaking skills but also in some Japanese arts and culture.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • learn about the usage of Japanese in real term
  • listen how Japanese is spoken in everyday life
  • learn about Japanese arts and culture
  • build up more everyday Kanji usage

Class format and activities

The course will be delivered using spoken and written forms, and other tools such as Powerpoint, Podcasts etc. The teacher also uses the college’s online learning platform Microsoft Teams. During the lesson students will interact using group or in-pairs etc. Achievement on your course will be measured by whether you meet the learning outcomes above. At the start of the course, you will have an opportunity to discuss these with your tutor and set your own personal targets, linked to the learning outcomes and future goals.

Entry requirements

You should have completed the grammar points of Minna no Nihongo Book 1 and 2. You should read and write approx. 350 Kanji. You should also be able to listen to and understand slow speed conversations encountered in daily life.

What you need to know before you enrol

Excellent attendance and punctuality is required from all students. This course requires study/completion of activities outside of class. You will be expected to access and use online resources to do your weekly homework.

What you need

You need to bring note-taking materials.

What you can do next

Japanese Advanced Arts and Culture Unit 2