This course teaches a basic ‘survival’ repertoire of spoken Japanese and introduces some central aspects of Japanese culture, including the writing system. As much use as possible is made of authentic materials.

How to apply

Apply to: The Secretary, Centre for Language and Communication Studies, room 4091, Arts Building, Trinity College, Dublin 2 (before 6 September 2013). Phone: 01 896 1560

Fee

€395 payable in advance (reduced fee for unemployed persons and those in receipt of a social welfare pension). For security reasons payment should be by cheque/draft/postal money order only, made payable to Trinity College no. 1 account.

Date, time and place

Thursdays, 6.30 p.m. - 8.30 p.m., beginning on 26 September 2013, in the Centre for Language and Communication Studies, Arts Building, Trinity College, Dublin 2.

Duration

The course lasts for twenty-four weeks, divided into two twelve-week terms.