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About the Department
The
Department of Japanese Language resides as an independent
department at the National University of Modern Languages.
It includes an Administrative Head and teaching faculty in a
convenient range of Japanese language related fields. The
department was established in 1981, and initially beginning
as a language training program for officials in different
government services with prospects for performing diplomatic
duties in Japan, it has also attracted students from
different fields and with different interests. The central
educational purpose for both working professions and
students in the Japanese department is to acquaint them with
the language in all its forms, and introduce them to the
Japanese culture in its wider contexts; and prepare them
with communicative competence in Japanese for an efficient
and effective performance in their desired contexts.
The Department presently offers Certificate and Diploma
programs, and plans to offer an advanced diploma courses in
the future.
The Department of Japanese Language is committed to
excellence in teaching and learning Japanese language, and
is responsive to the multicultural, multilingual context.
Its goal is to advance the learning of language, and
language use in their broadest frames of reference.
Affiliations
The Department is affiliated with the Japan Foundation
and is in a working relationship with the Japan Embassy.
Through affiliations and cooperation of these sources,
opportunities are offered for students’ and teachers’ visit
to Japan for language learning and participation in language
development programs every year.
Diploma & Certificate Information
The Department offers 3 level courses and programs in each
of our field of specialization:
· Certificate
includes one term beginning both in January & August of
course work and assessment that will now include course
work evaluation and examinations:
mid-term and final at the end of the semester.
· Diploma includes
one term beginning both in January & August of course work
and assessment of coursework and examinations: mid-term and
final.
· Advance Diploma
(when/if included), will extend the above program by
including high level course work and a major assignment and
oral examination.
Rector’s Message
I would like to welcome all the
Japanese language students. The department offers language
courses and programs at the Certificate and Diploma levels.
It is a great opportunity for both professional and civilian
students to learn this beautiful language and culture
through the language, and thus be in the process of being
called multilinguals. I encourage you all to fully
participate in these programs and enjoy them. The Japanese
Department strives to provide learning opportunities and
facilities that fulfill student needs. Our goal is to
provide valuable opportunities for academic, personal, and
professional development that will benefit students in their
time at NUML and beyond. Naturally, there are expectations
on our side that you need to consider and practice so that
by the time you complete your program, you are able to
understand and communicate in Japanese, and are also
appreciative of the multicultural aspect of learning this
language. I hope that your language journey at NUML is
successful and a very productive experience.
Faculty and Language Interests
Administrative Head Dr. Sohaila Javed
Teaching Faculty and
Language Interests
Shaheena Mustafa Instructor
Syed Majid Ali
Instructor
Rafia Fatima Instructor
M. Irfan Instructor
Sharif Ahmed Instructor
MY INTEREST IN JAPANESE LANGUAGE
Shaheena Mustafa
Instructor
It was my passion to learn different languages. I got the opportunity
to learn Japanese language and got diploma in this language
from NUML. After getting diploma I thought it better to gain
confidence and try to become expert in this language. In
fact, this language, as a whole, is very interesting but
difficult at the same time. Its reading, writing and so on
but I have my interest in grammar and conversation. Through
my experience in the Department, I can teach listening,
grammar, conversation and ‘Kanji’ etc. I have had the
experience to attend ‘Teachers Training Programme’ at Japan.
With this experience and my interest, I am teaching this
language as it is also the best way to gain more and more
knowledge.
WHY DID I
SELECT THE JAPANESE LANGUAGE
Syed Majid Ali
Instructor
I had a bent for contemporary languages and culture since
my childhood. I had always been interested to explore the
life style and culture of other countries, especially Japan,
China and Malaysia, which have shown unprecedented and
bewildering progress in different spheres. Amid these
impressions of commendation, I got the chance to stay and
work in Japan for more then 8 years. It further brought me
close to a culture and life style I was already impressed
with. I realized that in order to explore Japan’s wealth of
knowledge and information, one has to develop expertise in
Kanji, which is difficult but equally interesting and
challenging. On return to Pakistan, I joined NUML and
adopted teaching as a profession in the Japanese language
Department. I have a knack for kanji and grammar.
Interestingly Japanese grammar has a correlation with our
national language Urdu. Teaching and refining own skills of
Japanese language have been a unique and cherishing
experience for me at NUML.
HOW DID I GET INTO
LEARNING JAPANESE LANGUAGE
Rafia Fatima
Instructor
Japan had always been of
fascination to me through its progress, unique lifestyle,
dresses, etc. Soon after my marriage, I moved with my
husband to Japan and stayed there for 15 years. This
prolonged stay was eventful and full of experiences. My
fascination increased further when I closely look at the
astounding progress, day-to-day life, festivals and culture.
Japanese don’t understand English, therefore, I initially
had to learn he language as a compulsion to be able to
interact with them. However, later I developed special
interest in Japanese language, as I was excited by the soft
spoken and courteous expressions and greetings. By virtue of
staying in Japan for a long time, I also developed skills to
read and understand most of commonly used ‘Kanjis’. When I
came back to Pakistan, I thought I could contribute in
introducing the Japanese language and life/culture among the
interested and desiring other language seekers. This aim
brought me to the faculty of Japanese Language Department at
NUML, where I, beside teaching conversation, grammar, Kanji
and expressions, also explain the Japanese lifestyle and
culture to the students who intend to proceed to Japan in
official or private capacity. Working in harmony with my
colleagues, I try to delicately blend he theoretical
knowledge with the practical experience, as I saw it.
My Interest in Japanese
Language
Mohd. Sharif
Instructor
Language is the only way to convey something that we write or speak.
It is necessary for a person to have a good command over
native language. It is the only way to survive in a
particular society. I lived in Japan for more than 9 years.
In those years so many times I felt that Japanese language
is essential to communicate conveniently. As I started to
learn it, I felt that it is not an easy job. So I took it as
a challenge and gradually it became easy to me. I got an
opportunity to teach Japanese language at NUML It also
enabled me to increase my proficiency in this language and
open the door to learn more about Japanese language,
culture, customs and traditions.
What Made Me Interested In
Japanese
Muhammad Irfan
Instructor
I have been teaching Japanese language in NUML since August
2006. During my graduation, I have also been studying about
different cultures and countries. Somehow, Japan has always
been the area of interest for me. I started working for a
tourist company in Pakistan. There I came across a lot of
Japanese tourists who were specially interested in our
Northern Areas. These small stints of mutual interaction
further revealed the facets of Japanese life and tradition.
I developed an interest in the language and desired to
further boost Pak-Japan relations. I realized that the gap
could well be bridged through better understanding of each
other’s language. I took it up as a challenge to be an
active part of the team striving to prepare more and more
Japanese language qualified people in Pakistan. My special
areas of interest are conversation and Kanji. I hope to
continue working for promoting the Japanese language, by
working in harmony with my colleagues in the Japanese
Department at NUML.
Admissions into Certificate &Diploma
Programs
Basic requirements for admission:
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Minimum Matric for Certificate level
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Certificate for Diploma level
Standing
Assessments for Certificate and Diploma applicants will
be based on:
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Minimum second class or 60% average
References, CV and Statement of Intent
Statements of
support are required from 2 referees: one of them should be
from the related department/office saying how the proposed
program will assist the applicant in meeting goals; and the
other from a known person of repute who can guarantee the
applicant’s interest and potential for meeting the goals of
the intended language program.
A letter stating student’s intent, purpose and significance
of the proposed study will also be submitted along with the
application.
Time limit and Leave of Absence
Since Certificate and Diploma programs, and the Summer
Course are limited to one term and one month respectively
from the date of first registration in courses, both
students and professionals registering in these programs are
required to observe Attendance strictly.
Students/ Professionals with legitimate absences may apply
for a leave of absence along with supporting documents for
their parent department and medical department.
Assessment of Applications
The students’ complete file with application,
transcripts, Statement of Intent, Referees’ comments is
reviewed by the Admission Committee.
Once a student is deemed admissible, qualifying student will
be called for assessment and ‘Qualifying’ status.
Correspondence
and Information
Contact
Addresses and Phone Numbers
All documents (transcripts, reference letters, statement of
intent, etc.) along with your application form and fee
should be submitted to the Department of Japanese Language
at the address given below:
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Address: Japanese Language Department
National University of Modern Languages
Sector H-9, Islamabad
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Phone: 9257646/ 118
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Email: jap-dept@numl.edu.pk
Japanese
Language Department Courses & Programs
This is a morning session program offering courses and
programs for working professionals and students throughout
Pakistan. These courses and programs are offered at the
certificate and diploma levels and cater to providing
learning and developing their written and oral communication
skills in the Japanese Language, acquiring communicative
competence for better and improved performance of specific
duties related to Japanese language, and also acquainting
themselves with the Japanese culture. For delivering these,
well-structured training programs using advanced technology
and diverse teaching techniques/aids in a fully equipped
language lab is provided, and persistent efforts are being
made to update and enrich the lab and the Curricula for
greater language performance in Japanese. These direct
instruction courses offer:
· Face-to-face
instruction in a classroom setting- for both diploma and
certificate
· Interactive
language sessions in the lab
· Effective
presentations and seminar sessions as an ongoing instruction
by faculty, students and invited guests
Certificate Courses TERM 1 (January)
Duration:
6 months
Admission
criteria: Minimum Matric
Teaching
System: Semester
Seats: 25
Courses
Japanese
Language Certificate: Teaching Grammar; Hiragana; Kata
Kana; Kanji; Reading Comprehension; Listening Skills;
Conversation Skills.
Certificate Courses Term 2 (August)
Duration:
6 months
Admission
criteria: Minimum Matric
Teaching
System: Semester
Seats: 25
Courses: Same as above
Diploma
Courses TERM 1 (January)
Duration:
6 months
Admission: Minimum Japanese Language Certificate
Teaching
System: Semester
Seats: 25
Courses
Japanese
Language Diploma: Teaching Grammar; Kanji; Reading
Comprehension; Listening Skills; Conversation Skills.
Diploma
Courses Term 2 (August)
Duration:
6 months
Admission: Minimum Certificate
Teaching
System: Semester
Seats: 25
Courses:
Same as above
Summer
Course
Duration:
One month
Teaching
system: Intensive short course for basic language study
Admission
criteria: Minimum Matric
Seats: 15
Japanese
Language Development Saturday Seminar Sessions (5th period)
The purpose of these seminar
sessions is to bring together certificate and diploma
students and faculty members to engage in interactive and
cross-lingual discussions about the central aspects of their
Japanese language program. Presentations will be held in the
Japanese language lab. Invited guests speakers will enrich
and enhance the language program by bringing a new
perspective to the teaching of Japanese language. These
seminar sessions are being introduced to expand the
students’ vision and horizon of language learning. If you
have questions and/or suggestions about the seminars, please
send them to the department email address.
Some ideas
and perspectives to be picked up for these discussions are:
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Japanese as a 5th or 6th
language for Pakistani learners
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Identity and language and learning in a global
perspective
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Face-to-face: writing and reading Japanese
poetry with special reference to Japanese Haiku
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Language theory and language use
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Assessment of learning difficulties
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Language and Literacy Development
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Life learning beyond the Textbook
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Library as reference for language learning
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Socio-cultural dimensions of language
acquisition
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Language learning content in a 5th
or 6th language
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Multilingual Education
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Japanese Language and the new media
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Japanese language reading and reading
difficulties
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Language learning through Japanese literature
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Japanese language writing
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Functions of grammatical description in
language learning
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Poetics of Japanese culture
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Teaching and learning Japanese as another
language
· Teaching Japanese with Illustrated Materials:
From Picture Books to Information texts to Video
· Language learning across a range of contexts
both formal and informal
月報
Newsletter
What’s New
Six students proceed to Japan for a
Japanese Language program. The duration of this visit is one
month, and this is in affiliation with the Japan Foundation.
Three Certificate level students have
qualified the Language Proficiency Test. These successful
students are: Major Shahab Aslam, Mohd. Ahmad, and Yasir
Mumtaz.
What’s Coming
Presentation(s): April
Japanese language students visiting
Japan in a one month language program will give
presentations on/about their learning experiences/ language
activities performed during this program.
Seminar: September
A seminar session is scheduled for
15-17 September. It is being organized by the Japan
Foundation, and in this event, the Japan Foundation
representative (s) will be the seminar presenters.
Speech Contest: October or November
Japanese language students participate
in the Japanese language speech contest, and this contest is
held annually. The Ambassador of Japan Embassy graces the
occasion as the Chief Guest.
Other News …..
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Short term Japanese language program in Japan
continues for 5 years
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Teaching faculty will be proceeding to Japan
for short courses
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