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When & Where

Quick Facts

  • Availability Yes
  • Tutor Hisano Luttman
  • Course Code W25HMSO03A
  • Suitable For 19 year olds and up are permitted on this course

What you will learn

This course is an ideal introduction to the Japanese language. The course is designed for complete beginner students who have never studied the language before.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • pronounce Japanese words correctly written in English alphabets
  • say everyday greetings
  • talk about yourself eg.nationality, age, what you like/dislike etc.
  • do simple shopping eg.prices, colours etc.
  • • read Hiragana (one of 3 Japanese scripts)

Class format and activities

The course will be delivered using spoken and written forms, and other tools such as Powerpoint, Podcasts etc. The teacher also uses the college’s online learning platform Microsoft Teams. During the lesson students will interact using group or in-pairs etc. Achievement on your course will be measured by whether you meet the learning outcomes above. At the start of the course, you will have an opportunity to discuss these with your tutor and set your own personal targets, linked to the learning outcomes and future goals.

Entry requirements

No knowledge requires.

What you need to know before you enrol

Excellent attendance and punctuality is required from all students. This course requires study/completion of activities outside of class. You will be expected to access and use online resources to do your weekly homework.

What you need

You need to bring note-taking materials.

What you can do next

Japanese Stage 1 Unit 2
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