JAPN30002 Social Change in Japan

University of Melbourne · Level 3 · 12.5 points · Runs in 2026: Semester 2.

Is JAPN30002 hard?

JAPN30002: About average. Makes it easier: Only 2.5 class hours a week. No student reviews yet — based on the Handbook only.

What you learn

Inequality between social groups in Japan, including ethnicity, caste and disability, and the institutions that help or hinder.

After it you can

What you need first

None

How it’s assessed

Assignments 15%, Reports and essays 35%, Final exam 50%

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Quick answers

When is JAPN30002 offered?
Runs in 2026: Semester 2.
What do I need before taking JAPN30002?
No prerequisites.
Does JAPN30002 have a final exam?
Yes, the final exam is 50% of the mark. Assessment: Assignments 15%, Reports and essays 35%, Final exam 50%.
How many class hours a week does JAPN30002 have?
2.5 h a week in class
Can I take JAPN30002 as breadth?
Yes, for: Bachelor of Biomedicine, Bachelor of Commerce, Bachelor of Design, Bachelor of Fine Arts (Acting), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Animation), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Dance), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Film and Television), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Music Theatre), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Production), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Screenwriting), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Theatre), Bachelor of Fine Arts (Visual Art), Bachelor of Music, Bachelor of Science.
Can I rate JAPN30002?
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Source: University of Melbourne Handbook 2026

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