Modern Japanese Literature & Society (LTCS2030)
Information valid for Semester 2, 2025
Course level
Undergraduate
Faculty
Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences
School
Lang & Comp Cultural Stus
Units
2
Duration
One Semester
Attendance mode
In Person
Class hours
3 Contact hours
Incompatible
LTCS1003
Assessment methods
Assignment, presentation, examination
Course enquiries
Doctor Lucy Fraser (Semester 2, St Lucia, In person)
Study Abroad
This course is pre-approved for Study Abroad and Exchange students.
Current course offerings
Course offerings | Location | Mode | Course Profile |
Semester 2, 2025 (28/07/2025 - 22/11/2025) | St Lucia | In Person | Profile unavailable |
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Course description
NOT OFFERED 2009 This course deals with the manner in which modern Japanese literature reflects issues of concern in Japanese society, among them family life, the ageing population, war, individualism, gender and sexuality. Critical reading, against the grain of the translated text and "unlearning" of the unconsciously acquired preconceptions will be encouraged. The course aims to give an added dimension to the students' understanding of Japan through the study of the relationship of literature to society.