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Note:  In order to find a course in the new 4 digit numbering system using an old 3 digit number, please refer to the conversion list below. Before registering for courses with the new 4 digit numbering system, please ensure that you have not previously taken the course in its 3 digit form.

Click here for conversion list of former 3-digit course numbers.

 
Note: Students unsure of their language level should contact the Centre for International and Comparative Studies about a placement test. In addition, all students, including first-year students, may obtain special permission to register in a higher course if they have sufficient background in the language.
 
103610501051A/B1052A/B225022602270F/G2271F/G
33503370F/G3371F/G4450
Japanese 1036 - Intensive Japanese for Beginners
An intensive introduction to spoken and written Japanese with emphasis on the development of communicative skills. Intended for students with little or no previous knowledge of Japanese. This course proceeds at a faster pace than Japanese 1050. Prepares students for progression to Japanese 2260.
Antirequisite(s): Japanese 1050, 1051A/B, 1052A/B, the former Japanese 002, 003a/b, 004a/b, 006, the former International and Comparative Studies 006.
Prerequisite(s):
Corequisite(s):
Pre-or Corequisite(s):
Extra Information: 4 hours, 1.0 course.
Those students with Grade 12U Japanese or OAC Japanese must consult the Department before registering for this course.
 (Huron)
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Japanese 1050 - Japanese I
An introduction to spoken and written Japanese with emphasis on the development of communicative skills. Intended for students with little or no previous knowledge of Japanese. Prepares students for progression to Japanese 2250.
Antirequisite(s): Japanese 1036, 1051A/B, 1052A/B, the former Japanese 002, 003a/b, 004a/b, 006, or the former International and Comparative Studies 006.
Prerequisite(s):
Corequisite(s):
Pre-or Corequisite(s):
Extra Information: 4 hours, 1.0 course.
Those students with Grade 12U Japanese or OAC Japanese must consult the Department before registering for this course.
 (Huron)
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Japanese 1051A/B - Japanese for Beginners (1)
An introduction to spoken and written Japanese with emphasis on the development of communicative skills. Intended for students with little or no previous knowledge of Japanese. Prepares students for progression to Japanese 1052A/B.
Antirequisite(s): Japanese 1036, 1050, the former Japanese 002, 003a/b, 006, the former International and Comparative Studies 006.
Prerequisite(s):
Corequisite(s):
Pre-or Corequisite(s):
Extra Information: 4 hours, 0.5 course.
Those students with Grade 12U Japanese or OAC Japanese must consult the Department before registering for this course.
 (Huron)
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Japanese 1052A/B - Japanese for Beginners (2)
An introduction to spoken and written Japanese with emphasis on the development of communicative skills. Intended for students with little or no previous knowledge of Japanese. Prepares students for progression to Japanese 2250.
Antirequisite(s): Japanese 1036, 1050, the former Japanese 002, 004a/b, 006, the former International and Comparative Studies 006.
Prerequisite(s): Japanese 1051A/B or the former Japanese 003a/b.
Corequisite(s):
Pre-or Corequisite(s):
Extra Information: 4 hours, 0.5 course.
Those students with Grade 12U Japanese or OAC Japanese must consult the Department before registering for this course.
 (Huron)
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Japanese 2250 - Japanese 2
Builds on skills in reading and speaking Japanese developed in earlier courses. This course bridges between the elementary and intermediate level. Students gain increased vocabulary and familiarity with more extensive grammatical structures and will be able to communicate in Japanese regarding non-specialized topics.
Antirequisite(s): Japanese 2260, the former Japanese 020, 026, the former International and Comparative Studies 026.
Prerequisite(s): Japanese 1050 or 1051A/B and 1052A/B or the former Japanese 002 or International and Comparative Studies 006 or the former OAC Japanese, or permission of the Department.
Corequisite(s):
Pre-or Corequisite(s):
Extra Information: 4 hours, 1.0 course.
(Huron)
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Japanese 2260 - Intensive Intermediate Japanese
This course is designed to build on all four language skills (reading, writing, listening, and speaking) in Japanese developed in earlier courses. Emphasis is on the expansion of Japanese vocabulary, grammatical structures and kanji. Oral/aural practice is supplemented by weekly language laboratory sessions. Prepares students for progression to Japanese 4450.
Antirequisite(s): Japanese 2250, 3350, the former Japanese 020, 026, the former International and Comparative Studies 026, 126.
Prerequisite(s): Japanese 1036 or the former Japanese 006 or permission of the Department.
Corequisite(s):
Pre-or Corequisite(s):
Extra Information: 4 hours, 1.0 course.
(Huron)
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Japanese 2270F/G - Special Topics
Further study in Japanese language and culture.
Antirequisite(s):
Prerequisite(s): Japanese 2250 or the former Japanese 020, or permission of the department.
Corequisite(s):
Pre-or Corequisite(s):
Extra Information: 3 hours, 0.5 course.
(Huron)
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Japanese 2271F/G - Special Topics
Further study in Japanese language and culture.
Antirequisite(s):
Prerequisite(s): Japanese 2250 or the former Japanese 020, or permission of the department.
Corequisite(s):
Pre-or Corequisite(s):
Extra Information: 3 hours, 0.5 course.
(Huron)
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Japanese 3350 - Japanese 3
More advanced conversation, written composition, listening skills, and translation techniques will be emphasized. Students will master all the core elements of Japanese grammar, a larger vocabulary and kanji, and intermediate-level communicative skills.
Antirequisite(s): The former Japanese 200, the former International and Comparative Studies 126.
Prerequisite(s): Japanese 2250 or the former Japanese 020 or the former ICS 026, or permission of the Department.
Corequisite(s):
Pre-or Corequisite(s):
Extra Information: 4 hours, 1.0 course.
(Huron)
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Japanese 3370F/G - Special Topics
Further study in Japanese language and culture.
Antirequisite(s):
Prerequisite(s): Japanese 3350 or the former Japanese 200, or permission of the department.
Corequisite(s):
Pre-or Corequisite(s):
Extra Information: 3 hours, 0.5 course.
(Huron)
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Japanese 3371F/G - Special Topics
Further study in Japanese language and culture.
Antirequisite(s):
Prerequisite(s): Japanese 3350 or the former Japanese 200, or permission of the department.
Corequisite(s):
Pre-or Corequisite(s):
Extra Information: 3 hours, 0.5 course.
(Huron)
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Japanese 4450 - Japanese 4
This course builds on the skills developed in Japanese 3350. Students will read such primary materials as newspaper and journal articles, develop skills in conversation and discussion of topics related to the readings and develop practical writing skills.
Antirequisite(s): The former Japanese 300, the former International and Comparative Studies 226.
Prerequisite(s): Japanese 2260 or 3350 or the former Japanese 020 or 026 or the former ICS 126, or placement test.
Corequisite(s):
Pre-or Corequisite(s):
Extra Information: 4 hours, 1.0 course.
(Huron)
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Academic Calendar 2009 AFFILIATED UNIVERSITY COLLEGES AFFILIATED UNIVERSITY COLLEGE COURSE INFORMATION Japanese (AC)
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