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ARCHIVED Sixth Form Japan Day 2024: Explore Japan at University and Beyond

Tuesday 5 November 2024 / 10:30am

New 2024 Event Programme! Our Sixth Form event is back with a focus on Japanese Studies at university and opportunities after.

The day is designed to give students insights into Japanese studies at university and career paths after. Participants will have the chance to experience university lecture and language workshop tasters as well as speeches hearing from alumni and professionals. 

It's a great opportunity for students who are interested in Japan and want to learn more about Japanese studies (or Japanese alongside other subjects) at universities. Students already taking Japanese as well as complete beginners are both welcome.

>>Booking Information<<

Date

Tuesday 5 November 2024

Time*

10.30am to 4.30pm
*Exact times may be subject to slight changes on the day.

Venue

Birkbeck, University of London
Torrington Square
Bloomsbury
London WC1E 7JL (Google map)

Nearest underground stations: Russell Square, Euston Square, Tottenham Court Road, Euston and Kings Cross/St. Pancras

For directions to the venue click here


Programme* 


10.10 - 10.30

Arrival and registration
10.30 - 10.40 Welcome and Opening
10.40 - 11.05
Keynote Speech by Dr Christopher Hood, author of Japan: The Basics
11.15 - 11.55
Taster Language Workshop led by Cardiff, SOAS and Warwick
12.00 - 12.35
Taster Lectures by Cardiff, Newcastle, and UEA
12.40 - 14.10
Lunch Break with Drop-in Cultural Activities and Workshops
14.10 - 14.40
Talk led by University Alumni
14.45 - 16.05
University Student Panel & University Fair
16.10 - 16.25
Closing

*Please note the above is an example and may be subject to slight changes prior to the day.

Discussion Panel by Students From

  • University of Cambridge
  • SOAS, University of London
  • University of East Anglia

Participating Universities at University Fair

  • University of Cambridge
  • Cardiff University
  • Newcastle University
  • Oxford Brookes University
  • SOAS, University of London
  • University of Central Lancashire
  • University of East Anglia
  • University of Oxford
  • University of Sheffield
  • University of Warwick
  • Ritsumeikan University
  • The Embass of Japan
  • The Japan Foundation, London
  • Daiwa Anglo-Japanese Foundation

Drop-in Cultural Activities at Lunch

  • Japanese Calligraphy
  • Origami
  • Katakana Name Writing
  • Shogi - Japanese Chess
  • Manga drawing with Chie Kutsuwada
  • Japan Tech Lab with Ritsumeikan University
  • Reading Corner
  • Ema wishing Corner

 


Booking Information

Open to sixth form students only in the UK – free entry.
Students can attend the event on their own or with teachers but permission from school and parents or guardian is required to to attend).

Please note that due to high interest in this event, new bookings may be placed on a waiting list.

For more information, please contact our Education Team.

 

 

Important notes:

  • To confirm your booking, you must read and accept our terms and conditions. Please check the box on the booking form to acknowledge you have read and accept these. 

  • Places will be issued on a first-come-first served basis. Students may attend on their own or be accompanied by a member of staff. 

  • Please note that to keep the event open to all, booking is initially limited to 15 places per school. Please inform the Education Team if you wish to bring more students.

  • Free bookings for this event are subject to completion of the full day programme. Failure to attend without cancelling before 31 October 2024 will result in a fee of £5 per student, which will be invoiced to your school.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to have prior knowledge of studying Japanese?  No. This event is open to all students who have an interest in or want to find out more about Japanese or Japan-related studies at universities in the UK. Whether you are a beginner or completing a qualification in Japanese, everyone is welcome. 

Where can we eat and drink on campus? We advise teachers and students to bring or buy their own lunch in advance as food will not be provided at the event.The area around the university will be busy during lunch, so we do not recommend eating at a restaurant nearby - especially if you want to try some of the lunch time activities. There are a few options near Russell Square Station (5-minute walk) to buy lunch from, such TESCO, Sainsbury's, Waitrose, Wasabi, and Itsu. A space will be open for students use during lunch.

How do I know which lecture or workshop I will be attending on the day? The information will be provided to you at registration. Cultural activities takes place during lunch and operates on a drop-in basis, no sign-up is required.

How do I get there? The entrance to the Main Building is on Torrington Square. The nearest underground stations are: Russell Square (Piccadilly), Euston Square (Hammersmith & Circle), Tottenham Court Road (Elizabeth and Central). For directions to the venue, please click hereIf you are lost, look for the building with the library!

Is there visitor Parking? Birkbeck, University of London has no parking spaces available and alternatives will need to be found. The nearest drop by area will be Torrington Square and Malet Street.

Do I need to bring anything on the day? You should bring a pen or pencil and something to take notes on. The Japan Society will provide all other equipment and materials for the activities on the day. 

Who do I call if I need to get in touch on the day? Should you need to contact us on the day, please call us at 020 3075 1995 or 07707 970384.


Feedback from past Sixth Form Japan Day 

  • Nice to know what Japanese can do for your career and to find out the different ways we can engage with Japan outside of Japanese studies Student, Torquay Boys Grammar School

  • I got to know about what to expect in Japan and what to do there.Student, William Morris Sixth Form College

  • “Very eye-opening and taught us how important it is to make our own decisions.” Student, Ashbourne Independent College

  • “I enjoyed it very much and it has increased my interest in the Japanese culture.Student, ACS International School Cobham