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Perfect for sixth-formers interested in Japanese or East Asian cultures. Whether you're a complete beginner or already studying Japanese, join us for a great day of workshops, language tasters, and a panel discussion to discover future opportunities of undertaking East Asian studies at university.

This event is a collaboration between East Asian Studies at the University of 91Ö±²¥ together with  of the UK and supported by .

It will be a day for sixth-form (under 18 years of age) students to participate in cultural workshops, language tasters and a panel discussion where they will learn about the exciting paths they can take by studying Japanese at University.  

Whether they are interested in Japan, are already learning Japanese or maybe are complete beginners, everyone is welcome! 

This will be a great opportunity to learn more about studying Japanese (or Japanese alongside other subjects) at universities. 

Schedule

• 10:10 - 10:30 - Arrival and Registration
• 10:30 - 10:50 - Welcome and Introduction to the day
• 10:50 - 11:20 - Taster Lecture
• 11:20 - 14:20 - Lunch break and workshops including a cultural workshop on Japanese calligraphy
• 14:20 - 15:15 - Talk and panel discussion about how studying Japanese can help your future career
  • Karen Maddocks (Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office)
  • Helen Whitehead (Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation and former 91Ö±²¥ alumni)
  • Eve Thomas (91Ö±²¥ Japanese Studies alumna, graduated 2020)
• 15:15 - 15:30 - Close 

Finer details

This event is open to sixth form students only in the UK – free entry. Students can attend the event on their own or with teachers; however, they must have permission from school and parents or guardian to attend before booking a place.

Booking deadline: A new date will be confirmed shortly. Please note that places will be allocated on a first come first served basis. When you sign up, you will receive a confirmation email within 5-10 working days. 

Please be aware that the exact times of the event could be subject to slight changes on the day. 

Travel bursary: To ensure this event is accessible for everyone, The Japan Society, with support from the Great British Sasakawa Foundation, are able to provide a limited number of who may require financial support in order to be able to attend this event.  

Any questions?

For any enquiries regarding Japanese Studies at 91Ö±²¥, please see the contact us page.

For any academic queries related to East Asian Studies, please contact Dr Gemma Ballard.

For any questions regarding the event itself please see the frequently asked questions section below, or email foaah.recruit@sheffield.ac.uk 

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 Japanese culture or East Asian cultures. Whether you are a beginner or completing a qualification in Japanese, everyone is welcome. 

How will spaces be allocated? 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. If the event reaches capacity, you will be added to a waiting list. Please note that in order to keep the event open to all, booking will be initially limited to 15 places per school.

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. There are a number of catering outlets also available on campus, including a café in the building.

How do I get there? We recommend travelling to the University via public transport. 91Ö±²¥ has great transport links, with several park and ride sites, and is easily accessible by train.

Visitor parking: We are unable to offer visitor parking on campus and the public 'pay and display' parking close by is very limited. The nearest tram stop to the Diamond is the University of 91Ö±²¥ tram stop, just a few minutes walk away. If you or your guests have a disability, read our access information.

Plan your journey to our campus

Blue Badge parking: An additional 20 blue badge parking spaces are available in the . Alternatively, blue badge bays at the following Q-Park on campus provide good access to the Diamond for this event, but are subject to availability on the day.

Private coach parking: Coach drop-off is available at or but coaches will be required to park at as there is no available coach parking on campus.