Japanese Language Courses

Studying Japanese at University gives you in-depth knowledge of Japan’s language, culture and society. Studying Japanese at the University of Auckland will allow you to combine language learning with courses in Japanese culture and society, history, and religion.

An introduction to Japanese greetings, letters and culture will be covered. This is an ideal course for the absolute beginner who wants to start learning casual Japanese sentences and conversation.  A great skill for business, or just for personal interest or travel.

Japanese course is offered by Palmerston North Intermediate Normal School. Our courses are taught by highly qualified and experienced teacher who are extremely dedicated to ensuring you leave with all the necessary skills to broaden your horizons and never be lost for words again.

This course has a focus on oral communication rather than the written language. Japanese will be taught in Romaji (the alphabet). Situations include greetings, shopping, dining out, and asking directions. Each week, new vocabulary will be added.

Learning Japanese gives ?konga the chance to communicate in a different language, and to gain an appreciation of a fascinating culture. ?konga develops their speaking and listening skills, as well as reading and using the unique kanji writing system, which can be a rewarding and enjoyable.