MA Japanese Studies
School of East Asian Studies, Faculty of Social Sciences
We offer flexible courses that focus on political economy, society and business in China, Japan and Korea. Your masters will prepare you for a career in the arts, academia or business, anywhere in the world.
About the course1 year full-time You can choose from social science modules and Japanese language options. This is a highly flexible course. It can be used to refine your existing skills or as an introduction to the subject. Entry requirementsYou'll need a good first degree in any subject. You don't need prior knowledge of an East Asian language. If you don't have a degree but you have experience of East Asia, we'll consider your application. Native speakers of Japanese are welcome to apply but you won't be able to take the optional language modules. English language requirementsOverall IELTS grade of 6.5 with a minimum of 5.5 in Reading, 6.5 in Writing, 5.5 in Listening and 5.5 in Speaking, or equivalent. Entry requirements for international students
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OptionsYou can study a shorter programme on our courses for a Postgraduate Certificate (4 months, 60 credits) or Postgraduate Diploma (9 months, 120 credits). You'll need 180 credits to achieve a masters degree, getting 60 credits from your extended project. Fees and fundingFinancial information for postgraduate taught courses Any questions?If you'd like to know more about any aspect of our courses, contact us: E: k.gallagher@sheffield.ac.uk |
Where your masters can take youOur graduates move on to influential positions in business, government, the arts and academia, anywhere in the world. Careers range from university professors and lecturers, city brokers and analysts, journalists and television producers, to interpreters and translators. Our past graduates are employed by the BBC World Service, British Council, British Museum, Deloitte, HarperCollins, Siemens, Sony, Toyota and the World Food Programme. "Studying at SEAS gave me the skills and confidence I needed to take my career to the next level. I would strongly recommend its courses to anyone who wants to seriously pursue an interest in East Asia." Leaders in our fieldThis is one of Europe's leading centres for the study of China, Japan and Korea. You’ll study within a dynamic research culture, supported by our links with partner universities in East Asia. Our academics use the theories, methods and findings from their own research to inform teaching. Our four interdisciplinary research clusters inform what we teach, so your masters is up-to-date and relevant. The clusters are: Social Change and Transition in East Asia; Regionalisation and Globalisation; East Asian Identities and Cultures; Business, Political Economy and Development. In collaboration with the University of Leeds, we established the White Rose East Asia Centre to produce world-class research and research training in Japanese and Chinese studies. The Sheffield Confucius Institute, supported by the Chinese government, offers further opportunities to explore Chinese culture and language. Join one of Europe's leading centres for the study of China, Japan and Korea.Specialist resourcesWe make sure you have all the space, equipment and reference materials you need. Our postgrads have their own dedicated study environment, Sir Sze-yuen Chung Resource Centre and IT facilities. The University's libraries have an extensive range of texts and online resources in Chinese, Japanese and Korean. Apply nowYou can apply for postgraduate study using our Postgraduate Online Application Form. It is a quick and easy process. |
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