Japanese Literature

Undergraduate Program (S-1)

The Undergraduate Program in Japanese Literature of Universitas Sumatera Utara (USU) is one of the study programs in the Faculty of Cultural Science that produced outstanding students and made them experts in Japanese literature who are recognized domestically and internationally. This study program's main focus is to provide knowledge and skills in Japanese language, literature, and culture. With the support of lecturers who are experts in Japanese literature with national teaching certifications and the use of an integrated curriculum, we are committed to providing an interactive education and learning experience to our students. Our goal is to create graduates who are the best in the field of Japanese literature and able to compete at the national and international levels.

Many career opportunities are open to Japanese Literature graduates, such as becoming translators, educators, lexicographers, and even working in Japanese companies. Our graduates can also work in various sectors such as tourism, immigration, mass media, and other institutions that require linguists and cultural experts.

History

2000

The Undergraduate Program in Japanese Literature of the Universitas Sumatera Utara Faculty of Cultural Science is organized based on the education implementation permit number 295/Dikti/Kep/2000 on August 25, 2000.

Vision & Mission

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The Undergraduate Program in Japanese Literature of the Universitas Sumatera Utara Faculty of Cultural Science will become a professional program that produces skilled graduates in the Japanese language and possesses internationally recognized insights into Japanese linguistics, literature, society, and culture by the year 2025.

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To implement education that produces professional graduates capable of effective communication in the Japanese language both orally and in writing as well as possess knowledge in the fields of Japanese linguistics, literature, society, and culture that is internationally recognized.
To implement education that produces professional graduates who are responsible for their knowledge and have intellectual qualities that are reliable and cultured.
To foster and develop research experiences in the fields of Japanese linguistics, literature, society, and culture as well as to disseminate the findings through publications and scientific gatherings at regional, national, and international levels.
To conduct research and community service in the fields of language, literature, society, and culture of Japan, involving students for the benefit of society and to solve societal issues.

Goals & Targets

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To produce graduates of the Japanese Literature Study Program who are professionals in the field of the Japanese language, both in practical and theoretical aspects, as well as possess a broad understanding of Japanese linguistics, literature, society, and culture that is appropriate and applicable in various contexts as needed.
To produce graduates of the Japanese Literature Study Program who are capable of developing their knowledge and skills according to the needs and demands of the times and stakeholders through research and community service activities that are recognized regionally, nationally, and internationally by 2025 gradually.
To create bachelors who are experts in Japanese language, literature, society, and culture responsible for their field of expertise and possess an entrepreneurial spirit.
To create harmonious relationships between lecturers and lecturers, lecturers and students, as well as students and staff to create a conducive and enthusiastic learning environment with the aim of achieving the desired outcomes, namely high-quality graduates who are experts in Japanese language, literature, society, and culture, ready to serve the society in need.

Organization Structure

Alimansyar SS, M.A., Ph.D Head Of Undergraduate Program In Japanese Literature

Rani Arfianty SS, M.Phil Secretary Of Undergraduate Program In Japanese Literature

Ghaisani Adnjani CH S.S., M.Si Undergraduate Program In Japanese Literature

Mhd. Pujiono SS., M.Hum., Ph.D Vice Dean for Research, Community Service, Cooperation and Information

Students Organization

AOTAKE

The Japanese Literature Department Student Association (Himpunan Mahasiswa Jurusan Departemen Sastra Jepang), known as AOTAKE, is a platform for students to express their talents, scientific abilities, and aspirations, especially those related to education. Various activities have been carried out, such as benkyoukai (study groups), Kanji calligraphy guided by native speakers, Japanese language quizzes, participation in Japanese Cultural Week, and more, as efforts to foster an academic atmosphere and enhance students' abilities. AOTAKE was established in 2000, shortly after the opening of the FIB USU Undergraduate Program in Japanese Literature. The literal meaning of AOTAKE is "Young Bamboo." Under this organization, Japanese Literature students form their activities in means of communication and such. The head of this organization is elected every two years by its members. The members of this organization are all students enrolled in the Undergraduate Program in Japanese Literature who have been initiated. In previous years, the students within this organization have organized cultural events called "Bunkasai," which include Japanese cultural festivals, Japanese speech contests, and more.