JPS 1010-5 Elementary Japanese I (5 + 0)

This basic course in Japanese emphasizes pronunciation, speaking and understanding, supplemented by grammar, reading and writing.

JPS 1020-5 Elementary Japanese II (5 + 0)

Prerequisite: JPS 1010 or equivalent

As a continuation of JPS 1010, this course further emphasizes pronunciation, speaking and understanding based on more complex grammar, reading and writing activities.

JPS 2010-3 Intermediate Japanese I (3 + 0)

Prerequisite: JPS 1020 or equivalent

This is the first semester of a two-semester intermediate Japanese language sequence specifically designed to strengthen grammatical skills and proficiency in speaking, understanding, reading and writing. The course will also introduce students to a sampling of social, cultural and literary topics central to the understanding of Japan and the Japanese people.

JPS 2020-3 Intermediate Japanese II (3 + 0)

Prerequisite: JPS 2010 or equivalent

This second course in the JPS 2010-2020 sequence is designed to continue strengthening grammatical skills and proficiency in speaking, understanding, reading and writing. It will also present further examples of sociocultural issues central to Japan and the Japanese people.