BA in Japanese Studies (Honours) in Darlington Australia | The University of Sydney

The Bachelor of Arts honours program serves as both a foundation for advanced studies and the crowning achievement of undergraduate education. This intensive year can mark the completion of your formal learning journey while expanding your intellectual horizons, refining research capabilities, and enhancing analytical and communication skills. It also fosters the personal and professional competencies required to successfully execute a research endeavor. Ideal for undergraduates with a single major, honours study may also launch an academic career or professional research path. The program combines seminar participation with an independent research project, guided by a faculty expert in your chosen field.
Honours candidates must complete four core units: JPNS4011, JPNS4012, JPNS4013, and JPNS4014. The program structure consists of 40% coursework and 60% thesis work. Coursework involves two specialized units, while the thesis requires producing an original 18,000-20,000 word research paper utilizing both English and Japanese sources, tailored to the student's language proficiency.

Prospective honours students should meet with the department during Orientation Week to discuss coursework requirements.