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Japanese Studies (with Foundation Year)

  • BA (Hons)
  • 4 Years
  • Full-time including foundation year
  • 21 September 2026
  • Undergraduate
Preston Campus
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Course summary

Course overview

Want to study Japanese at university but don't have the right grades? Our Japanese Studies (with Foundation Year) can help get you ready for higher education.

On our foundation year, you'll learn essential academic skills with a focus on Japan's historical, political and intercultural contexts. You'll be equipped with the tools needed for academic success. No previous knowledge of Japanese is needed.

You'll develop your research skills, intercultural communication and global awareness. This not only prepares you for further study, but for a range of careers across the world.

After you successfully finish the foundation year, you'll progress onto BA (Hons) Japanese Studies. Here you'll immerse yourself in the study of Japanese language, culture, and society. You'll get a deeper understanding of Japan's role in the global landscape. And you'll have the chance to spend a year abroad in Japan.

Why study this course

  • You'll explore a wide range of issues such as environmentalism, law and political systems with a focus on Japan.

  • Develop your digital literacy, reflective learning and independent research skills. This will give you the tools for academic success.

  • Focus on intercultural and language skills, preparing you for a career anywhere in the world.

What you’ll do

  • Develop your critical thinking, academic writing and reflective learning skills.

  • Gain a deep understanding of Japanese language and culture while improving your research and presentation skills.

  • Choose optional modules to tailor your learning experience and broaden your knowledge.

Future careers

The primary focus of our BA (Hons) Japanese Studies course is to achieve fluency in Japanese. You’ll develop a variety of transferable skills and acquire a comprehensive understanding of the Asia Pacific region. This knowledge will give you a competitive edge in the job market.

Upon graduation, a diverse range of careers will be available to you, including:

  • Translation

  • Interpretation

  • Roles with embassies and local governments

  • Travel and tourism

  • International finance

  • Journalism

Modules

Please visit The University of Lancashire’s website for the latest information about our modules.

Ways to study this course

Campuses

  • Preston Campus

Study options

  • BA (Hons) • Full-time including foundation year • 4 Years

Start dates

  • 21 September 2026

Apply by
14 January

This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.

Application codes

Course code:
AP31
Institution code:
C30
Campus name:
Preston Campus
Campus Code:
U
Points of Entry:
Foundation

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How to apply

Apply by
14 January

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application codes

Course code:
AP31
Institution code:
C30
Campus name:
Preston Campus
Campus Code:
U

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Foundation

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Entry requirements

UCAS Tariff
64 points

A level

64 UCAS points at A2

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
MPP

Access to HE Diploma

64 UCAS points

Scottish Higher

64 UCAS points

AS
Not accepted

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
MM

Scottish Advanced Higher

64 UCAS points

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme

64 UCAS points at Higher Level subjects

GCSE/National 4/National 5

5 GCSEs at Grade C/4 or above including Maths and English or equivalent. Equivalent qualifications are Functional Skills Level 2 in Maths and English or Level 3 Key Skills in Maths and Communication.

OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma
MPP

OCR Cambridge Technical Diploma
MM

T Level
P

P (D or E)

English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
IELTS (Academic)6with no component score less than 5.5 (To have been taken within two years of the course commencement date)

Contextual admissions

Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.

Our Fair Access Scheme recognises barriers into education and allows us to make an offer with lower entry requirements. At the University of Lancashire, we are proud to help people seize every opportunity to flourish in education, at work and for life. We recognise that students from disadvantaged backgrounds often face significant challenges to access and succeed in higher education. Our Fair Access Scheme ensures that students aren’t limited by circumstances and can achieve their potential.

Learn more on the University of Lancashire website

Historical entry grades data

This section shows the range of grades that students who received offers were previously accepted on to this course with (learn more).

It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place.

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

Per year tuition fees

LocationFeeYear

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.

Additional fee information

Please note fees for the foundation year will be £9,790, and then £10,050 for Year 1. Fees for Year 2 and Year 3 will be £10,050 plus permitted inflation linked increases, in line with the government fee cap.

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