Emphasizes conversational Japanese. Includes study of basic grammar and introduction of hiragana, and katakana.

Emphasizes conversational Japanese based on text in hiragana, katakana, kanji. Includes study of complex grammar and introduction of approximately 100 kanji.

Conversation, reading, and writing based on text in hiragana, katakana and kanji. Continuation of study of complex grammar and introduction of approximately 100 additional kanji.

Conversation, reading, and writing based on text in hiragana, katakana, and kanji. Continuation of study of complex grammar and introduction of approximately 150 additional kanji.

Development of conversational, reading and writing skills in Japanese.

ASTJ 3051 is a continuation of ASTJ 3050, reinforcing previously learned grammar points as well as deepening knowledge of Japanese culture and society through discussion and reading.

A continuation of objectives in ASTJ 2040, intended to provide an advanced level of skills in Japanese.

This is a fourth-year advanced Japanese composition and presentation course that will help students develop their vocabulary, writing, and oral presentation skills. The students will learn about effective communication strategies in different types of linguistic situations. The course will also expose students to various aspects of Japanese culture and society.

This class is a continuation of its prerequisite, ASTJ 4060. It is designed to equip the students with an ability to participate in Japanese conversation, exchange information and express feelings. The course also aims at deepening an understanding and developing appreciation for Japanese tradition as well as for the students' own culture.

Independent study in Japanese language. Course may be repeated up to unlimited credit hours.

Semester abroad in Asian studies. Course may be repeated up to unlimited credit hours.