FHDJAP Higher Diploma in Japanese Studies

Supported by the following organisations:

• Consulate-General of Japan in Hong Kong

• The Japan Society of Hong Kong

• Society of Japanese Language Education Hong Kong

• Miyazaki Prefectural Government Hong Kong Representative Office

Objectives

Upon completion of the programme, students should be able to:

• Apply a range of generic skills, including language, interpersonal communication, information technology and analytical skills to their daily life, further study and future employment;

• Discuss major issues and debates in Japan today and critically appraise common representations and misconceptions of this country;

• Develop a theoretical foundation upon which further study in Japanese Studies at the degree level, or professional level, can be built;

• Identify the challenges and opportunities in Japan in social and cultural contexts with critical judgement;

• Explain Japan's socio-political, cultural and economic ties with other East Asian countries and international contexts.

Applicants are normally required to meet one of the following requirements:

• Level 2 in 5 HKDSE subjects (including English Language and Chinese Language)^Note; or

• Satisfactory completion of Diploma Yi Jin or Diploma of Applied Education ; or

• Satisfactory completion of a QF Level 3 Diploma or an equivalent programme, for example, Diploma of Foundation Studies awarded by Hong Kong Institute of Vocational Education (IVE), or by a post-secondary institution in Hong Kong; or

• Other acceptable equivalent qualifications (including non-local qualifications obtained in or outside HK, or other qualifications/experience deemed to be equivalent); or

• Mature applicants aged 21 or above, preferably with relevant working experience.

Applicants will be invited to an admission interview, if necessary. Admission is subject to demonstration of aptitude and suitability in an interview.

Note：

1. Applicant possessing 'Attained' in Citizenship and Social Development is accepted as level 2 in one HKDSE subject.

2. Applicants possessing “Attained”, “Attained with Distinction (I)' and “Attained with Distinction (II)” results in an Applied Learning (ApL) subject are deemed to have attained “Level 2”, “Level 3” and “Level 4” respectively in one HKDSE subject, with a maximum of two ApL subjects can be counted for admission purpose.

3. For non-Chinese speaking students, LiPACE will continue to accept alternative Chinese qualifications for students who have met the specified conditions:

   1. students who have learned Chinese Language for less than 6 years while receiving primary and secondary education;

   2. students who have learned Chinese Language for 6 years or more in schools, but have been taught an adapted and simpler Chinese Language curriculum not normally applicable to the majority of students in local schools.

4. While Applied Learning Chinese (for non-Chinese speaking students) [ApL(C)] will be considered as an alternative qualification in Chinese Language (ACL) for the admission of non-Chinese speaking students with “Attained” as the minimum grade required, it will not be regarded as an elective subject for satisfying the admission requirement.

5. Under the situation where NCS students with ApL(C) do not count the subject as ACL when admission is sought (they use another international qualifications as an ACL or have fulfiled the Chinese Language requirement in the HKDSE), the School will specially accept their ApL(C) as an elective subject for admission to diploma and sub-degree programmes.

• Integrated Japanese I & II 綜合日語 (一)及(二)

• Japanese Grammar and Vocabulary I & II 日本語文法與詞彙 (一)及(二)

• Japanese Conversation and Presentation Skills I & II 日本語表達技巧 (一)及(二)

• Japanese Popular Culture 日本流行文化

• Culture, Ethnicity and Regionalism in Japan 日本文化、民族與地方分權主義

• Society and Media in Japan 日本社會及媒體

• Business Japanese 商業日本語

• Business Organisation and Management 商業組織及管理

• Creative Entrepreneurship and Sustainable Arts Practice 創業及可持續藝術實踐

• Effective Chinese Communication Skills 應用中文傳意技巧

• English for Communication I, II & III 英語溝通技巧 (一)、(二)及(三)

• IT and Digital Literacy 電腦及數位素養

• General Education Course 通識科目

• Work-integrated Learning in Japanese Studies^ 日本研究實習^

[1] Students who have attained Level 3 or above in DSE English Language can be exempted from taking English for Communication I (ENGL3057EF).
[2] Non-Chinese speaking students can be exempted from taking Effective Chinese Communication Skills (CHIN4006CF). They will have to take a GE course as replacement for fulfilment of the overall credits for graduation.

^ Course includes not less than 100 hours learning experience

Further Studies

Graduates are eligible to apply for:

• Year 3 of Bachelor of Arts in Japanese Studies offered by the University of Hong Kong

• Year 3 of Bachelor of Arts in Japanese Studies offered by the Chinese University of Hong Kong

• Year 3 of Bachelor of Social Sciences in Asian and International Studies offered by the City University of Hong Kong

• Year 3 of Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Creative Arts and Culture (Music/Visual Arts) offered by the Education University of Hong Kong

Graduates are eligible for admission with advanced standing to a number of Japanese universities that have MOU arrangements with LiPACE

• Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University

• J. F. Oberlin University

Graduates can pursue careers in companies engaged in local and international business partnerships or cultural relations with Japan.

Yuhoken, a distinctive tatami room of the University, offers a range of traditional Japanese cultural activities for HKMU students as well as the public. It endeavours to develop itself as a cultural destination that provides enriching learning and cultural experiences. Inspired by the renowned quote from Confucius's Analects: 'It's such a pleasure to have friends coming from afar', Yohoken seeks to bring people from all corners of the world closer together. At Yuhoken, we believe that no single encounter can ever be recreated. , and we treasure every 'once-in-a-lifetime' experience, which is pleasant and unique.