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JAPN 407 Japanese for Oral Proficiency

Develop oral proficiency in Japanese by practicing intermediate-high and advanced linguistic functions, speaking on a variety of topics. This course prepares students for Oral Proficiency Interviews (OPI).
3

Prerequisites

JAPN 202 with a minimum grade of D-

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with a maximum of 9 credit hours

JAPN 412 Japanese Language and Society

Investigate the Japanese language in its relation to contemporary Japanese society and culture. Students will broaden their understanding of the Japanese language and master its contextually appropriate use for a broad variety of social circumstances and interactions.
3

JAPN 422 Directed Studies

Individualized investigation under the direct supervision of a faculty member. (Minimum of 37.5 clock hours required per credit hour.)
1- 4

Special Notes

Maximum concurrent enrollment is two times.

Course Attribute

Variable Title Course

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with no limitations

JAPN 450 Japanese Literature

Read and analyze Japanese literature; situate literature in cultural, intellectual and historical contexts; become familiar with primary sources, acquire skills to conduct research and write compositions in Japanese.
3

Prerequisites

JAPN 202 with a minimum grade of D-

Repeatable Status

Course is repeatable with a maximum of 9 credit hours