University of Sheffield

Course Details

MA Japanese Studies

Course Description

What does globalisation mean for the Japanese media? Does Japan’s rising debt threaten its position as a major player in the world economy? How have international crises changed Japan’s relationship with other countries and organisations like the UN? You choose the modules according to your interests. The language side of the course is intensive. We teach at all levels: beginners, intermediate and upper-intermediate. There are lectures and small-group seminars. You're assessed on your essays, exams, presentations and an extended project.

Course Duration

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1year

Career outcomes

Our graduates work for organisations such as the BBC World Service, BNP Paribas, British Council, British Museum, Deloitte, HarperCollins, Jaguar Land Rover, Lloyds Banking Group, Nintendo, Siemens, Sony, Toyota and the World Food Programme.




MA Japanese Studies University of Sheffield