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Quick Facts
| Medium Of Instructions | Mode Of Learning | Mode Of Delivery |
|---|---|---|
| English | Self Study | Video and Text Based |
Course Overview
An Introduction to Japanese Subcultures online course is designed to answer the questions of the people who are interested in Japanese subcultures but do not know where to look first. You will analyse the culture deeply and examine its historical context.
If you are familiar with Shonen-manga, Japanese pop music, Shojo-manga, Vocaloid and other elements of this phenomenon and want to learn more, this course is for you. An Introduction to Japanese Subcultures course by FutureLearn serves as an apt gateway into the world of the ‘Cool Japan’.
You will explore the reasons why Japanese subculture intrigues people all around the world, with a primary focus on defining the dimensions of ‘vulnerability’ and ‘immaturity’ of youth culture from the 1970s. These keywords are meant to explain a new meaning of the cultural phenomenon in Japan.
The Japanese subculture has garnered substantial worldwide popularity and acceptance in the last two decades. An Introduction to Japanese Subcultures MOOC will take you through the causes behind it and how its market is expanding.
Moreover, the course will let you recognise key Japanese subcultures like comics, anime, J-pop idols, cosplay and the Hatsune Miku Vocaloid emphasising on the themes such as Battle, Fan culture, Love and Technology.
The Highlights
- 100% online course
- Four weeks duration
- Free access to learning
- 4-hour weekly devotion
- History category
Programme Offerings
- Digital platform
- online learning
- video lectures
- Lessons from reputed University
- Expert instructors
- Added benefits after a premium upgrade
- Self-paced learning
- Quality content
Courses and Certificate Fees
| Certificate Availability | Certificate Providing Authority |
|---|---|
| yes | Futurelearn |
An Introduction to Japanese Subcultures fee structure :
Course Option | Amount |
Limited access | Free |
Subscribe & save | Rs. 4,450 |
Buy this course | Rs. 2,200 |
Eligibility Criteria
There are no prerequisites to enrol in An Introduction to Japanese Subcultures course by FutureLearn. You can be from any background of study and still join the course.
Moreover, An Introduction to Japanese Subcultures MOOC at FutureLearn can provide you with a digital and print Certificate of Achievement only after you pay for a premium plan. Although the course content is free to access, you are only eligible for certification after you purchase an upgrade.
What you will learn
After you have gone through the contents of FutureLearn’s An Introduction to Japanese Subcultures course, you will be soundly able to:
- Decipher Japanese social background along with subcultural materials
- Assess the important meanings of Japanese youth culture
- Ascertain the rationale on why Japanese culture has massive popularity and significant influence across the globe
- Compare your cultural backdrop with the setting of Japanese subculture
Who it is for
An Introduction to Japanese Subcultures MOOC on FutureLearn is open to anyone who finds a peculiar interest in Japanese culture/subculture and Japan. It is aimed to introduce you to the history and present scenarios of Japanese cultural fabric.
Admission Details
The process of joining An Introduction to Japanese Subcultures MOOC on FutureLearn is straightforward. You only have to follow the steps defined below:
Step 1 – https://www.futurelearn.com/courses/intro-to-japanese-subculture - Tap on the link and open An Introduction to Japanese Subcultures digital course page on the FutureLearn website.
Step 2 – Go through the course description thoroughly and click on ‘Join course for free’ button.
Step 3 – Now, you require to create an account on FutureLearn. One way to do it is by simply linking your Google or Facebook accounts. Otherwise, fill your email ID, create a password, and you are good to go.
Step 4 – At the plan choice page, you can either go for the paid ‘Unlimited’ and ‘Upgrade’ plans or quickly enrol in An Introduction to Japanese Subcultures online course by opting for the free plan.
Step 5 (Optional) – Free users have successfully enrolled and can skip this step. Premium users first have to pay the total amount specified on the payment page. After paying the fee, you will receive course invite on your registered email ID inbox.
Application Details
You need not fill any extensive application form to enrol in An Introduction to Japanese Subcultures online course. Simply signing up on Futurelearn and choosing the course plan will do.