Major overview
Study Japanese and connect with language, culture and global opportunities
3 reasons to study Japanese at Murdoch University
- Participate in exchange programs and study in Japan, immersing yourself in the language and culture.
- Access scholarship opportunities to support your study abroad experience and international learning.
- Tailor your degree with a wide range of majors, giving you flexibility to explore your interests and expand your career options.
What you’ll learn
- Build Japanese language skills in speaking, listening, reading and writing.
- Apply language skills in real-world and professional communication contexts.
- Explore Japanese culture and society.
- Understand how language and culture shape communication across contexts.
- Communicate effectively across cultures using your language skills and intercultural awareness.
Having completed three semesters and my honours research in Indonesia, I was able to get a much better idea of development on the ground. I found that when I graduated, I had a more realistic idea of what to expect in the workplace.
Karis Erceg, Bachelor of Arts
Your future career using Japanese
- Translator or interpreter (with further accreditation)
- International business or trade officer
- Tourism or cultural liaison officer
- Communications or media officer
- International relations or policy officer
- Education or language specialist
Start dates
| Starting period | Location | Face to Face | Online | Mixed mode |
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| Semester 1, 2026 | Murdoch | Yes | No | No |
| Semester 2, 2026 | Murdoch | Yes | No | No |
| Semester 1, 2027 | Murdoch | Yes | No | No |
| Semester 2, 2027 | Murdoch | Yes | No | No |
View the dates for our teaching periods or find out more about attendance modes.
Major Structure
Visit the Course Handbook - Get detailed information on units, prerequisites, and pathways.
To help plan the structure of your course, search for our suggested course plans.
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How to Apply
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