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Note: If you have undertaken examinations other than NCEA (e.g. International Baccalaureate, Cambridge Examination), Ara will assess your qualification for academic entry equivalency.
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Broaden your career prospects by gaining an in-depth understanding of the Japanese language and culture.
With a strong emphasis on both spoken and written Japanese, our language experts help you develop bilingual skills appropriate for social, academic and professional environments. On completion of this qualification you will be capable of studying or working in Japan.
You will also gain awareness of cultural protocols suited to conducting business in Japan.
Your study will include a supervised research project of your choice and courses in:
Japanese language
interpreting
translation
cultural studies
You can also enrol in a selection of elective courses including:
marketing
international relations
translation and interpreting
language teaching (including the Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults - CELTA)
You can immerse yourself further in Japanese language skills and culture with scholarships that are available for study at Japanese universities.
Many of our graduates are also accepted on the Japanese Exchange Teaching (JET) programme or in local government offices as a Coordinator for International Relations (CIR).
Please note: The language courses in this degree are intended for those whose first language is not Japanese.
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Postgraduate studies in business, language and education fields can further complement this qualification.
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Graduates of this programme can establish careers working in teaching, marketing, hospitality, tourism, international business, interpreting and translation.
Insurance/year: 700 NZD/ per year
