Japanese Studies

... looks into questions such as ...
- What did the Japanese language sound like 1000 and 500 years ago?
- What are the similarities and differences between Japanese and other languages?
- What kind of changes has the Japanese society undergone?
- What kind of exchange had been taking place between Japan and other Asian countries historically?
Degree programmes
Japanese Studies, Bachelor 2 subject
Profile
Degree: | Bachelor of Arts |
Start: | Winter semester |
Duration: | 6 semesters |
Classroom language: | German |
2-Subject Bachelor Programme:
This degree programme requires a second subject.
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What's it all about?
This degree programme is unique, because ...
it is part of Germany’s only faculty of East Asian Studies and looks into Japanese history and philology throughout all eras, exploring a variety of issues. In addition, it is possible to combine this RUB subject with the B.A. "Musikwissenschaft" at the Folkwang University of Arts in Essen across locations.
It provides the opportunity to specialise in the following fields
- History
- Philology
Who is suited?
Those who wish to enrol in this degree programme,
have:
- a gift for languages, a studious attitude, good educational background
- special language skills
enjoy:
- reflecting about languages (major: philology)
- analysing historical processes (major: history)
- studying challenging literature
struggle though:
- vocabulary, 2000 characters
Graduates from this degree programme frequently work
- in the cultural sector
- in the media
- as language teachers
- as translators
- in Japan-oriented organisations
And else?
An internship ...
is optional. It is done as part of the optional module.
Studying abroad ...
is recommended. It is done in the 5th semester.
Duration: 1-2 semesters
Where do I find help?
Academic advisory office
Annette Hansen, M. A.
Building, Room: Universitätsstr. 134, Raum 2.12
Phone: +49 (0)234 / 32-26251
Email: annette.hansen@rub.de
Website academic advisory office
Contact students
Fachschaft Ostasienwissenschaften
Building, Room: Universitätsstr. 134, Raum 2.30
Phone: +49 (0)234 / 32-25033
Email: fsr-oaw@rub.de
Website Fachschaft