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	2025-2026 Undergraduate Catalog																	 
	    Japanese Minor
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				This 20-credit minor within the Modern Languages and Cultures program combines well with nearly every choice of Arcadia major and a student’s desire to attain language skills for a career and life beyond America. 
  
What to expect 
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Intermediate level studies in Japanese language, conversation, and culture 
	 
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Low enrollment classes with experienced language professors 
	 
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Opportunity to study abroad to enhance a major field of study while strengthening language and cultural appreciation skills 
	 
 
  
Career Paths 
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Japanese language minors distinguish themselves among their business, governmental, healthcare, communications, and hospitality colleagues with their language skill and cultural understanding of the Japanese people 
	 
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Foreign service, diplomacy, art, fashion, publishing, and communications fields have opportunities for trained speakers of Japanese 
	 
 
  
Requirements: 
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A total of 20 credits above the 102 level 
	 
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JA 102 may not be included in the total of 20. Students entering at a level higher than 102 should consult with the Department Chair concerning their course selection for the minor. 
	 
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Up to one course in English with a cultural content related to the language being studied. 
	 
 
			 
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