General description

The major in Japanese Studies imparts a broad, academically-based fundamental knowledge of Japan spanning history, society, politics, economics, literature, philosophy, and religion. It also allows students to acquire a knowledge of standard modern Japanese, both written and spoken, and in particular the ability to read scholarly texts, plus a basic knowledge of classical Japanese.
In addition, those completing the program have the ability to independently address questions relating to Japan from the perspective of the humanities or social sciences, drawing on original sources and primary data in Japanese for their analysis. Through an intensive study of Japan and its culture they also acquire the personal, social, and methodological skills for successful intercultural cooperation in our increasingly globalized world.

Admission requirements

For general Informations on Application see: https://www.uzh.ch/cmsssl/en/studies/application; More Informations in regulations and admission requirements of the program of study.

Branch of studies

East Asian studies

ECTS credits

120 ECTS Credits

Degree

Bachelor of Arts UZH

Language of instruction

German