Produce graduates who master language and linguistics, especially in the field of Japanese language, capable and competitive in career, responsible for society with ethical values, capable of leading, critical thinking, skilled in information management, as well as having the ability in entrepreneurial management. Students are awarded the Bachelor of Japanese Language and Linguistics upon completion of 125 credits of studies.
Duration: 3.5 Years (7 semesters), Full time (Coursework)
Programme Structure
Analyzing Texts in Japanese
Appreciation of Ethics and Civilisations
Basic Entrepreneurship Enculturation
Basic Malay Language *
Co-Curriculum
Didactics of Japanese Language Skills
English for Communication
Faculty Open Elective
Final Year Project
Integrity and Anti-Corruption Course
Introduction to Linguistic
Introduction to Semantics and Pragmatics
Japanese for Communication and Tourism
Japanese Language and Civilization
Japanese Language for Business and Administration
Japanese Language Reading Skills
Japanese Language Skills Level I
Japanese Language Skills Level II
Japanese Language Skills Level III
Japanese Language Skills Level IV
Japanese Language Skills Level V
Japanese Language Skills Level VI
Japanese Language Writing Skills I
Japanese Language Writing Skills II
Japanese Phonetics and Phonology
Language Acquisition
Language in Technology and New Media
Morphosyntax of Japanese Language
Philosophy and Current Issues
Research Methodology
Student Holistic Empowerment Course (SHE)
Two-Way Translation in Japanese
Note:
*For International Students
Career Prospects
Japanese Language Teacher, Translator, Interpreter, Content Writer, Copywriter, Editor, Proofreader, Subtitle Translator, Academic Researcher, Curriculum Developer, Publishing Assistant, Language Consultant, Lexicographer, Cultural Advisor, Communication Officer, Public Relations Executive, Corporate Trainer, International Relations Officer, Tourism Officer, Embassy Staff, Customer Service Executive, Media Analyst, Journalist, Scriptwriter, Voice-Over Artist, Transcriptionist, Education Officer, Localization Specialist.
Tuition Fee
Local
RM60,000
(Note: This fee is not applicable for UPU applicant)
Holds a recognized Diploma with a minimum CGPA of 3.00
Obtain a minimum of grade B- in TWO (2) subjects at Diploma level
UM SATU Foundation
Malaysian citizen
Obtain a minimum CGPA of 3.00
Obtain a minimum of grade B- in TWO (2) subjects
GCE A-Level
Malaysian citizen
Obtain a recognized GCE A-Level qualification
Obtain a minimum of grade B in TWO (2) subjects
International Baccalaureate (IB)
Malaysian citizen
Obtain a minimum score of 30 points
Obtain at least Grade 5 (HL) or 6 (SL) in TWO (2) subjects
AUSMAT
Malaysian citizen
Obtain a minimum score of 80 in the Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR)
Obtain a minimum of grade B in TWO (2) subjects
Senior High School Certificate
Pass with a minimum average of 65%
Obtain a minimum of 60%/grade B- in any TWO (2) subjects
Matriculation/Foundation
Obtain a minimum CGPA of 3.00 from a recognised institution approved by UM Senate
Obtain a minimum of grade B- in any TWO (2) subjects
Diploma
Obtain a minimum CGPA of 3.00 from a recognised institution approved by UM Senate
Obtain a minimum of grade B- in any TWO (2) subjects
GCE A-Level
Obtain a recognized GCE A-Level qualification
Obtain a minimum of grade B in any TWO (2) subjects
International Baccalaureate (IB)
Obtain a minimum score of 30 points
Obtain at least Grade 5 (HL) / 6 (SL) in any TWO (2) subjects
AUSMAT
Obtain a minimum score of 80 in the Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR)
Obtain a minimum of grade B in any TWO (2) subjects
Additional Requirement
Candidates must be physically fit, not suffering from any mental or physical illness, and able to follow the programme of study designed for this course.
English Language Requirements
Obtain a minimum of Band 3.0 in MUET (according to validity period on application date)
Applicants without MUET but with the following results may be considered for conditional admission, provided they fulfil MUET requirement within ONE (1) academic session:
IELTS (Academic) Band 4.5 overall, with at least 6.0 in Writing; or
TOEFL iBT (Centre-based) minimum score of 33
Grade B or higher in English subject for Secondary Education (O-Level) or equivalent