International Studies Department

Japanese Studies Major

The Japanese Studies program is designed to enable students attain fluent proficiency in the Japanese language. Graduates will be able to express themselves freely in both written and spoken Japanese as well as read and understand most Japanese newspaper articles. 

Japanese studies majors will benefit from the cross-cultural learning environment of KIU both within the classroom and in extra-curricular activities.

Individualized language instruction is given by bilingual and  bicultural faculty. Advanced placement is possible for those with previous Japanese ability.

Departmental Requirements

COMS 213 Cross-Cultural Communications
HIJA 201 Japanese History to 1868
HIJA 202 Japanese History since 1868

Culture & Language

JAPN 301 Advanced Japanese I
JAPN 302 Advanced Japanese II
ANTH 205 Intro. to Japanese Religions
JAPN 306 Translation Writing

Business

BUSI 102 Intro. to Computer-based Systems
ECNC 213 Principles of Economics I
ECNC 214 Principles of Economics II
BUSI 200 Japanese Business

Government

GOVT 201 Japanese Government
GOVT 330 Intro. to Comparative Politics
GOVT 340 International Relations
HIJA 497 History Research

Make sure to also look at Graduation Requirements page.