Courses & Units
Queering Japan: Popular Culture, Identity, and Nation HMJ310
Introduction
This unit aims to deconstruct the monolithic perception of Japanese culture and to understand Japan in terms of its relationship to its near and more distant neighbours through Asia and the Pacific. Incorporating the approach of queer studies which places an emphasis on the intersection of gender, sexuality, race, ethnicity, nationalism and ableness, the unit will introduce key elements of contemporary Japan including the emperor system, ultra-nationalism, war responsibility and the position of minority groups in Japanese society. The units are conducted in English and are available to all students with an interest in Japanese society regardless of language ability.
Summary
| Unit name | Queering Japan: Popular Culture, Identity, and Nation |
|---|---|
| Unit code | HMJ310 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | College of Arts, Law and Education School of Humanities |
| Discipline | Global Cultures and Languages |
| Coordinator | Doctor Katsuhiko Suganuma |
| Available as an elective? | Yes |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
| Level | Advanced |
Availability
| Location | Study period | Attendance options | Available to | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hobart | Semester 1 | On-Campus | International | Domestic | |
| Launceston | Semester 1 | On-Campus | International | Domestic | |
| Online | Semester 1 | Off-Campus | International | Domestic | |
Key
- On-campus
- Off-Campus
- International students
- Domestic students
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Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | 26/2/2024 | 22/3/2024 | 15/4/2024 | 2/6/2024 |
* The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (refer to How do I withdraw from a unit? for more information).
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Learning Outcomes
- Identify important aspects of contemporary Japanese society, including the complexity and diversity of its many cultures.
- Apply queer method to an argument.
- Critically analyse stereotypical and essentialist representations of Japan using a multifaceted (queer) perspective.
- Explain key discourses of Japanese national identity, including how these have developed over the past century and how they operate in Japan today.
- Communicate using academic writing and presentation skills.
Fee Information
| Field of Education | Commencing Student Contribution 1,3 | Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3 | Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3 | Domestic Full Fee 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 090313 | $2,040.00 | $957.00 | not applicable | $2,324.00 |
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2 Please refer to more information on eligibility and Approved Pathway courses.
3 Please refer to more information on eligibility for HECS-HELP.
4 Please refer to more information on eligibility for FEE-HELP.
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Requisites
Prerequisites
25 credit points at Introductory level or higherMutual Exclusions
You cannot enrol in this unit as well as the following:
HMJ408 AND HMJ210Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | On campus enrolment Weekly recorded lecture (1 hour) Weekly tutorial (2 hours) Off campus enrolment Weekly recorded lecture (1 hour) Weekly learning via online module (2 hours)
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|---|---|
| Assessment | Reading Log and Oral Presentation (15%)|Discussion List Entry (20%)|Essay (25%)|Take Home Exam (40%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
See the MyLO site for unit resources and readings |
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| Recommended | See the MyLO site for unit resources and readings | Links | Booktopia textbook finder |
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