Advanced topics in Japanese culture
Alison Tokita
8 or 12 points
* 2 hours seminar per week
* Second semester
*
Clayton
Objectives On completion of the subject, students will be expected to have gained expertise in one area of Japanese culture through an independent research project; they should have acquired some sophistication in understanding cultural theory as relevant to Japanese culture, and an awareness of the problems facing contemporary Japanese culture.
Synopsis This course will provide the opportunity to explore at an advanced level selected topics in Japanese culture, concentrating on four areas: the distinction between elite and folk culture in the traditional period; classical theatrical forms; the modern theatre; and contemporary popular culture. Particular emphasis will be placed on considering the type of methodologies which have been used in existing studies of Japanese culture, and how appropriate these are. As well as active seminar participation, students will be expected to undertake an independent research project on a topic to be decided in consultation with the lecturer.
Assessment (8 points) Written assignment (3000 words): 60%
* Oral
presentation (2000 words): 30%
* Seminar participation (1000 words): 10%
Assessment (12 points) Written assignment (6000 words): 60%
* Oral
presentation (2000 words): 30%
* Seminar participation (1000 words): 10%
Preliminary reading
Varley P Japanese culture 3rd edn, U California P, 1984
Prescribed texts
Subject materials and a detailed reading list will be distributed in class
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