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Social Problems in Japan (JAPN30002)
Undergraduate level 3Points: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)
About this subject
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- Eligibility and requirements
- Assessment
- Dates and times
- Further information
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Overview
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This subject aims to prepare students for more specialised studies in Japanese society and culture. The subject offers interdisciplinary views of the political, economic, religious and cultural ideologies which foster inequality between different social groups in Japan. Students should become aware of the heterogeneous aspects of Japanese society, as well as the public and private institutions that deal with these issues, such as ethnicity, caste and disability. The subject will also include an examination of the relevant institutions (such as the family registry system, employment protection laws and social welfare programs) which promote or attack prejudice against heterogeneous social groups.
Intended learning outcomes
On successful completion of this subject, students should:
be able to demonstrate an understanding of the heterogenous aspects of Japanese society;
understand the political, economic and social ideologies which foster inequality between different social groups in Japan;
be able to present one's knowledge and ideas clearly and effectively in writing;
acquire skills to critically think and analyse social issues through required readings, research, essay writing and class discussions and
be able to communicate one's knowledge and ideas clearly and effectively through tutorial discussions and group presentations.
Last updated: 27 April 2024
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
None
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
None
Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)
The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.
Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home
Last updated: 27 April 2024
Assessment
Additional details
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In-class exercises (reflections on lectures), 15%, equivalent to 700 words (weekly)
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Research essay, 35%, 1,300 words (due mid-semester)
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Take-home exam, 50%, 2,000 words (due during the examination period)
Hurdle requirement: Students are required to attend a minimum of 80% of classes in order to pass this subject.
Note: Assessment submitted late without an approved extension will be penalised at 10% per working day. In-class tasks missed without approval will not be marked.
Last updated: 27 April 2024
Dates & times
- Semester 2
Principal coordinator Nana Oishi Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours A total of 30 hours: One 2.5 hour seminar per week Total time commitment 170 hours Teaching period 23 July 2018 to 21 October 2018 Last self-enrol date 3 August 2018 Census date 31 August 2018 Last date to withdraw without fail 21 September 2018 Assessment period ends 16 November 2018
Time commitment details
Time commitment totals 170 hours.
Last updated: 27 April 2024
Further information
- Texts
Prescribed texts
Materials supplied by the Institute.
- Subject notes
Formerly available as 110-121 and 110-447 Social Problems in Japan. Students who have completed 110-121 or 110-447 are not eligible to enrol in this subject.
- Related Handbook entries
This subject contributes to the following:
Type Name Major Asian Studies Informal specialisation Japanese Studies Major Japanese Studies Specialisation (formal) Japanese Studies Major Sociology - Breadth options
This subject is available as breadth in the following courses:
- Available through the Community Access Program
About the Community Access Program (CAP)
This subject is available through the Community Access Program (also called Single Subject Studies) which allows you to enrol in single subjects offered by the University of Melbourne, without the commitment required to complete a whole degree.
Entry requirements including prerequisites may apply. Please refer to the CAP applications page for further information.
Last updated: 27 April 2024