Japanese for Absolute Beginners
A comprehensive language course for those with minimal or no prior experience in the Japanese langauage.
Date and time
8 September 2026, 8:00 am - 27 October 2026, 8:30 am
Location
Asialink, Sidney Myer Asia Centre, Level 4/783 Swanston St, Parkville VIC 3010
Price
$495
Course details
This course is designed for complete beginners with little or no previous Japanese language experience.
Students will develop essential skills in speaking, listening, reading and writing, while learning practical Japanese that can be used in everyday situations.
Components of the course include:
- Hiragana and Katakana
- Basic Kanji
- Essential vocabulary and grammar
- Everyday conversations and expressions
- Listening and pronunciation
- Reading and writing
- Introduction to Japanese culture
By the end of the course, students will be able to understand and use basic Japanese, introduce themselves, communicate in common everyday situations, and build a solid foundation for further Japanese study.
Key details
Dates: 8 September 2026 - 27 October 2026 (on Tuesdays for 8 weeks)
Time: 6.00pm - 7.30pm
Venue: Asialink, Sidney Myer Asia Centre, Level 4, 761 Swanston St, Parkville VIC 3010
Price: $495 per term
A 10% discount is available to University of Melbourne staff. Please email us to redeem this offer.
Enquiries
If you have any questions, please email them to ada.wang@unimelb.edu.au