JPS1090

Understanding Contemporary Japan (6 points)

(ARTS)

Leader: TBA

Offered:
Clayton Second semester 2004 (Day)
Clayton Second semester 2005 (Day)

Synopsis:

Objectives: On successfully completing this unit, students will have: 1. Gained an understanding of the socio-economic and political dynamics of postwar Japan, its culture, and its relations with the outside world, especially Australia. 2. Had experience in cricitally analyzing popular images or stereotypes that have served to colour the way Japan is viewed in Australia. 3. Acquired familiarity with the major events shaping Japan's postwar history, the key institutions and issues in contemporary Japanese society and Japan in the international system. 4. Improved their writing skills, as a basis for further development in second-year and third-year units.

Assessment: Essay (2500 words): 50% + Tutorial presentation and participation: 15% + Examinations (2 hours): 35%

Contact Hours: 3 hours (2 x 1 hour lectures and 1 x 1 hour tutorial) per week