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Japanese

Enhance your Japanese language and cultural proficiency with a Japanese minor from UWEC.

Available as
Minor
Description

Study the Japanese Language and Culture

As the world continues to be a shared environment for business, travel, and more, your knowledge about the Japanese culture and language will benefit both you and your career.

Students minoring in Japanese are strongly encouraged to study abroad in Japan. Popular destinations for most students include Osaka and Nagasaki. The minor is also rich in valuable research opportunities. You may also choose to collaborate with faculty on ongoing research projects or study creative writing in Japanese during a summer research program.

Knowing and understanding another language opens doors to many different jobs. Pair your minor with a major in international business and help your organization explore new markets. Or help others learn the language by becoming a bilingual educator. No matter your future career aspirations, you'll graduate with the skills and experience needed to make a positive impact.

Degree Types

Program Details

Degree Types
Minor
Degree Level undergraduate
Available asMinor
Campus
Eau Claire
Offered
Hybrid
Requires a minor No
Authored on
Hallmarks
 Tomomi Kakegawa professor of Japanese
Unique Electives

The ability to explore a variety of topics within the Japanese minor allows you to personalize your education and discover new passions. Study the evolution of Buddhism or learn about various Japanese religions.

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Flexible Offerings

Several Japanese courses are offered either online or in a hybrid format, giving you flexibility when working on coursework. Courses in special topics or credit gained at a study abroad site may also be used to fulfill part of the minor.

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Helpful Resources

You'll find extensive reading materials in our library, helping you become fluent in Japanese. Resources range from graded books to novels to children's books to Japanese comic books. Our expert professors will also be here for you every step of the way!

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What can I do

Where can the Japanese program lead me after graduation?

Knowing multiple languages is highly valued by employers, making this degree a sought-after one. Our alumni go on to pursue a variety of interesting and rewarding careers and are well-prepared for graduate school.

Example Careers

  • Tourism
  • Social Services
  • Government
  • Education
  • Global Higher Education
  • Translation and Interpretation
  • Library or Museum work
  • Consulting/Strategic Communications
  • International Business
  • Health Professions
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SampleCourses

As a Japanese minor, you will expand your language skills through spoken and written interpersonal communication, allowing you to understand, interpret, and craft messages in a new language. You will also broaden your cultural perspective in the classroom — through elective courses exploring history, religion, and economics — as well as beyond through studying abroad or by completing a research project.

Here are a few courses in Japanese at UW-Eau Claire.

JAPN 101

Beginning Japanese I

A foundation in listening, speaking, reading, writing, and culture. Introduction to hiragana, katakana, and some kanji characters.

JAPN 201

Intermediate Japanese I

Review of Japanese grammar and vocabulary with focus on the development of reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills. Students gain an understanding of Japanese culture through a variety of topics.

JAPN 301

Advanced Japanese Language and Culture I

Designed to improve speaking, listening, reading, and writings skills. Students gain an understanding of Japanese culture and current events through a variety of topics.

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