Japanese Grammar in Action (JAPN30013)
Undergraduate level 3Points: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)
Overview
| Availability | Semester 2 |
|---|---|
| Fees | Look up fees |
This subject aims to advance learner’s Japanese acquisition with a focus on the grammatical aspects of the Japanese language. Students are asked to re-think the rules they were taught at earlier stages of their Japanese learning in terms of how they function in real Japanese conversation and writing. Students explore Japanese expressions in different situations and learn how different grammatical structures functions in communication. They are also given opportunities to develop ‘language sensitivity’ by deepening their comprehension of language use in various situation. Students who complete this subject should gain better control of the language and greater knowledge about how grammar develops and regulates language use in actual situations. On completion of the subject, students should be able to evaluate the appropriateness of various grammatical structure in use in Japanese interactions. Students should also be able to apply their knowledge of grammar in interactions to infer deeper meanings in their own interactions.
Intended learning outcomes
On successful completion of this subject, students should be able to:
- Use various terms to explain grammatical structures in Japanese sentences
- Understand and describe how inferred meanings are embedded in grammatical structures such as the use of particles and speech styles
- Critically evaluate students' own effectiveness of using grammar to construct meanings in Japanese
- Demonstrate various strategies and language styles to communicate successfully in Japanese depending on circumstances
- Apply above knowledge of Japanese grammar to critically analyse the intended meanings of the speaker in situation
- Communicate effectively in Japanese applying the knowledge and use of grammar
Last updated: 9 April 2025
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
One of
| Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| JAPN10004 | Japanese 6 | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| JAPN20014 | Japanese 6 | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| JAPN30008 | Japanese 6 | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
Students who have successfully completed any of these subjects are not eligible to enrol. See subject notes below.
| Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| JAPN10009 | Reading Japanese Literature | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| JAPN10010 | Variation in Japanese Language | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| JAPN20011 | Reading Japanese Literature | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| JAPN20012 | Variation in Japanese Language |
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
Summer Term (Off Campus)
|
12.5 |
| JAPN20018 | Japanese Through the Media | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| JAPN30004 | Japanese through the Media | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| JAPN30011 | Reading Japanese Literature | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| JAPN30012 | Variation in Japanese Language |
Summer Term (Off Campus)
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
| JAPN20010 | Japanese Grammar in Action | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
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: 9 April 2025
Assessment
| Description | Timing | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
Written work
| Throughout the semester | 40% |
A final examination
| During the examination period | 50% |
Class participation | Throughout the semester | 10% |
| Hurdle requirement: 1. Attendance hurdle requirement: This subject has a minimum requirement of 80% attendance of all classes. | Throughout the teaching period | N/A |
| Hurdle requirement: 2. Late Penalty and Assessment hurdle requirement: Assessment submitted late without an approved extension will be penalised at five per cent (5%) of the possible marks available for the assessment task per day or part thereof. (Some assessment tasks may be treated differently and these will be highlighted by the Subject Coordinator in the LMS). All pieces of assessment must be submitted to pass the subject. Each submitted assessment must be complete, constitute a genuine attempt to address the requirements of the task and will not be accepted after 20 University business days from the original assessment due date without written approval. | Throughout the semester | N/A |
Last updated: 9 April 2025
Dates & times
- Semester 2
Principal coordinator Masako Nagayama Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours 30 hours: A 1 hour seminar and a 1.5 hour seminar per week Total time commitment 170 hours Teaching period 22 July 2024 to 20 October 2024 Last self-enrol date 2 August 2024 Census date 2 September 2024 Last date to withdraw without fail 20 September 2024 Assessment period ends 15 November 2024 Semester 2 contact information
Time commitment details
Time commitment totals 170 hours.
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Last updated: 9 April 2025
Further information
- Texts
- Subject notes
- Related Handbook entries
This subject contributes to the following:
Type Name Major Japanese Studies Specialisation (formal) Japanese Studies - Breadth options
This subject is available as breadth in the following courses:
- Bachelor of Biomedicine
- Bachelor of Commerce
- Bachelor of Design
- Bachelor of Environments
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Acting)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Animation)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Dance)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Film and Television)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Music Theatre)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Production)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Screenwriting)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Theatre)
- Bachelor of Fine Arts (Visual Art)
- Bachelor of Music
- Bachelor of Science
- 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.
Please note Single Subject Studies via Community Access Program is not available to student visa holders or applicants
Entry requirements including prerequisites may apply. Please refer to the CAP applications page for further information.
Additional information for this subject
Language Placement Test required
- Available to Study Abroad and/or Study Exchange Students
Last updated: 9 April 2025