Bachelor of Arts with a Major in Japanese Studies

Macquarie University

Australia, Sydney

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Macquarie University

Australia , Sydney

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

001357G

Campuses

North Ryde

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines23-Feb-2026

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Duration 3 year(s)

Tuition Fee

AUD 41,200 / year

Next Intake 23-Feb-2026

Bachelor of Arts with a Major in Japanese Studies

About

Having the ability to communicate successfully across cultures, as well as the expertise to apply language and cultural engagement skills in local and global situations, will enhance your career prospects in a range of professions with an international outlook. An understanding of Japanese can lead to many employment opportunities. Japan is one of the world’s most industrialised countries with an important diplomatic presence, and is one of Australia’s largest trading partners.

The Japanese Studies major emphasises intercultural language learning, where you’ll explore and understand the relationship between language and culture. You’ll study the Japanese language, Japanese manga/anime, literature, culture and history. You’ll have the opportunity to attend translation and interpreting workshops. Units are available from beginner to advanced level.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

For international students, Macquarie uses a selection rank to determine the minimum eligibility requirement for each undergraduate course. This rank has been converted into equivalent scores for various recognised international high school qualifications and university entrance examinations, including global qualifications like the International Baccalaureate (IB) and GCE A-Levels.

For more information on how this score is converted for your qualification, please see our academic entry requirements for international students.

Career

Career outcomes

Set your career in motion

So that you’re equipped with the knowledge and skills employers require now and in the future, we design many of our degrees in consultation with a range of industries and sectors. Having such experts involved in creating the fundamentals of your degree provides you with opportunities to contextualise your learning, and gain the latest career insights.

Professions

Art consultant
Communications specialist
Community support worker
Cultural adviser
Customs and immigration consultant
International trade specialist
Journalist
Language teacher (after further study)
Private sector consultant
Public servant

Researcher
Tourism and travel consultant
Translator and interpreter (after further study)

Employers

Banks and financial institutions
Cultural and heritage organisations
Government agencies and departments
International organisations
International public sector
Multinational corporations
NGOs
United Nations
Universities

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