Japanese 4 (Lower Intermediate)

Location: South Kensington Campus | Level: Lower Intermediate

Who is this course for?

This course is suitable for those who have completed Japanese 3 (Pre-Intermediate) on the after:hours programme or possess equivalent experience. If you are not sure if this course is suitable for you, please contact us for a free language level check.

Course overview

This course aims to consolidate and enhance existing skills in Japanese. It is designed to develop spoken and written language skills across a variety of contexts by introducing authentic, everyday situations that facilitate the use of more diverse and complex grammar and expressions.

The course will cover a broader range of grammar, expressions and vocabulary, enabling you to gain a deeper understanding of modern Japanese language and society in both informal and formal settings. More Kanji will be introduced to expand the reading proficiency.

Sessions are designed to be  accessible and engaging, encouraging you to build on your prior learning through practical and collaborative communicative tasks. The programme will depend in part on the specific group dynamics, with the tutor moderating the content depending on the development of skills across the whole group.

This course uses a textbook and other material to teach the course. Advice on which course textbook to buy will be given in the first class.

Term dates - subject to confirmation

•  Autumn/Michaelmas Term: week beginning 12 October 2026 until week ending 11 December 2026

•  Spring/Lent Term: week beginning 11 January 2027 until week ending 20 March 2027

For course content and language level enquiries: Contact the Japanese Coordinator, Dr Yuki Tokumaru at y.tokumaru@imperial.ac.uk

For enrolment and booking enquiries: Contact Christian Jacobi at c.jacobi@imperial.ac.uk

Class recordings

These classes are not recorded.

Imperial certificates

This course has no exams or assessments, so you can focus on enjoying your learning. If you attend regularly, you may also receive an Imperial attendance certificate. (T&Cs apply).