Japanese, B.A.

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The program in Japanese includes a major for the Bachelor of Arts degree and a minor. The program emphasizes the development of functional communicative skills in Japanese and offers an in-depth study of Japanese literature, language, and civilization.

Acquiring functional skills in listening, speaking, reading, writing, and culture gives students direct access to the Japanese people and society, enabling them to better understand and interact with the people of Japan today. The study of Japanese literature, language, and civilization broadens intellectual horizons, fosters an appreciation of cultural and linguistic diversity, and helps equip students to take their place as global citizens of the twenty-first century.

The total number of units required for the Bachelor of Arts degree in Japanese is 120 units, of which 42 units are in the major. Consult with an advisor for the specific number of units required in all areas of the degree including GE and free electives.

(Contact: The Department of Modern Languages and Literatures, Phone: (323) 343-4230)

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Requirements for the Major (42 units)

A total of 42 units are required, including at least 16 units earned in residence at Cal State L.A. Elementary and intermediate Japanese (JAPN 1001, 1011, 1002, 1012, 2001, 2011, 2002, and 2012), or an equivalent level of proficiency, are prerequisites to the major. All students take a required common core of 24 units and 18 units of directed electives for a total of 42 units.

Common Core (24 units)

A total of 24 units are required from Lower Division Core Course (3 units) and Upper Division Core Courses (21 units).

Lower Division Core Course (3 units)

ML 1010 - Introduction to Higher Education for MLL Majors [3]

Upper Division Core Courses (21 units)

Directed Electives (18 units)

Select 3 units from Lower Division Electives and 15 units from Upper Division Electives.

Lower Division Electives (3 units)

Select 3 units from the following.

Upper Division Electives (15 units)

Select 15 units from the following.

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